This post comes to you from my makeshift office at the Vinton County Fairgrounds. It’s hot, it’s humid, and there’s no relief in sight. In short- it’s summer! I like each of the four seasons for different reasons, but summer is my absolute favorite. I enjoy the sunshine, the warm temperatures, and all of the […]
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Food Safety: Nothing to Sneeze About
As a nation our consumption of produce, or fruits and vegetables, is increasing. We are encouraged to have 5 servings of fruits and vegetables daily. We are not meeting this goal but we are moving towards it. As we consume more produce we are at a higher risk of foodborne illness. In fact, 21% of […]
Cleaning Your Freezer
How long has it been since you cleaned your freezer? I mean – take everything out – CLEAN YOUR FREEZER! Whether it is manual defrost or frost-free, it should be cleaned out at least once a year. Follow these steps: Unplug. Place frozen food in cardboard boxes or insulated containers. I like to clean my […]
Wishing You a Food Safe Holiday
Festive brunches, family dinners, parties with families and friends . . . these are all part of the holiday season. Make sure you keep foodborne illness from ruining your holiday gathering by keeping the following tips in mind: Thaw items properly: Frozen foods should be thawed safely in the refrigerator or in cold running water […]
Focus on Health, Wellness with OSU Extension
National surveys show increasing interest in diet and nutrition over the past two decades. But with so much often-conflicting information coming at people today, it can be difficult to separate the whole wheat from the junk food chaff. That’s where Ohio State University Extension comes in. As OSU Extension celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, […]
Spring Cleaning Your Kitchen
When the spring cleaning bug hits, it’s easy to be overwhelmed before the actual cleaning begins. We all have our list – mental or written – of tasks we do as part of our spring cleaning. Here are a few areas you may want to add to your cleaning schedule. Be prepared with the right […]