Fresh produce can become contaminated in many ways, but following these simple steps can help protect you and your family from foodborne illness. Federal health officials estimate that nearly 48 million people are sickened by food contaminated with harmful germs each...
Here is a fun project to make quick pickles using fresh fruits and vegetables and a little vinegar. The process of quick pickling adds a super crunch and intensifies flavors but without all the salt and time-consuming processes of regular pickles. PLUS having these on...
Little teapots with long spouts have become a fixture in many homes to flush out clogged nasal passages and help people breathe easier. Along with other nasal irrigation systems, these devices — commonly called neti pots — use a saline, or saltwater, solution to treat...
Holiday Oatmeal Cookies in a Jar Cookies in a jar make a great gift for teachers, friends, and neighbors. 1 decorative jar or cookie tin (must hold 4 cups of cookie mix)1/3 Cup brown sugar1/3 Cup granulated sugar1 1/4 Cups all-purpose flour1/2 Cup oatmeal1/2 Teaspoon...
Here is a handy chart for fast cooking whole grains. Our criteria for “fast cooking” is 20 minutes or less. The following chart is based on typical stovetop cooking times. Although the amount of liquid and cook times will vary, you can also use an electric...
Only 1 in 20 Americans consumes enough fiber! This means that 95% of the population is not getting enough fiber to adequately reduce the risks of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. Fiber is also linked to the prevention of weight...
