Carla Due

The best way to tell when meat is done With Memorial Day coming up Monday, many will be outside grilling. It's great to be able to be outside and get some fresh air, but we still must practice food safety. May. 19 2020 @ 5:05pm

The best way to tell when meat is done With Memorial Day coming up Monday, many will be outside grilling. It's great to be able to be outside and get some fresh air, but we still must practice food safety. May. 18 2020 @ 2:46pm

Children can learn a lot in the kitchen Kids and cooking go hand in hand; it's like creating their own edible craft project. It's not only fun but helps children develop self-esteem and can turn those picky eaters into new adventurers. What better time to let them explore in the kitchen than now while many parents are still working from home. May. 12 2020 @ 4:08pm

Ground beef: It's often what's for dinner It is estimated that 40 to 45 percent of beef that is consumed is ground beef, and when beef is prepared for meals eaten at home, ground beef is used 60 percent of the time. There may be many reasons, but I tend to think it is because it is economical as a protein source and it is so versatile. May. 5 2020 @ 4:38pm

Ground beef: It's often what's for dinner It is estimated that 40 to 45 percent of beef that is consumed is ground beef, and when beef is prepared for meals eaten at home, ground beef is used 60 percent of the time. There may be many reasons, but I tend to think it is because it is economical as a protein source and it is so versatile. May. 4 2020 @ 3:42pm

Great meals can start with canned food Canned food is often frowned upon by many, but really it shouldn't be. Those shelf stable items hold some of the most versatile and flavorful ingredients. It's time to make do with what you have in the pantry. Let these items be the building blocks to your meals. Apr. 28 2020 @ 3:44pm

Great meals can start with canned food Canned food is often frowned upon by many, but really it shouldn't be. Those shelf stable items hold some of the most versatile and flavorful ingredients. It's time to make do with what you have in the pantry. Let these items be the building blocks to your meals. Apr. 27 2020 @ 10:44pm

Shopping for food raises many questions One of the essential things we need during this pandemic is food; grocery shopping remains a necessity. But how safe is it to go shopping and what do we need to know to protect ourselves? There are a lot of opinions floating around on how we should be shopping for groceries, but I am going to share with you the research-based information. This will hopefully dispel some myths at the same time. Apr. 21 2020 @ 4:03pm

Is it safe to get takeout food these days? Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many restaurants are only open for delivery and to-go orders, in order to remain open during the shut-down. However, many are concerned about the safety of takeout, delivery, or drive through foods and their packaging, and may be asking if we can get COVID-19 from takeout. Apr. 14 2020 @ 5:14pm

Is it safe to get takeout food these days? Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many restaurants are only open for delivery and to-go orders, in order to remain open during the shut-down. However, many are concerned about the safety of takeout, delivery, or drive through foods and their packaging, and may be asking if we can get COVID-19 from takeout. Apr. 13 2020 @ 4:28pm

What you need to know about flour Flour is flying off the shelves in grocery stores. I was shocked when I went to buy some because I was low. My thought was "do people not keep flour at home?" Maybe my no-knead and artisan breads that I shared a couple weeks ago caught on and everyone is making them. Apr. 7 2020 @ 7:10pm

What you need to know about flour Flour is flying off the shelves in grocery stores. I was shocked when I went to buy some because I was low. My thought was "do people not keep flour at home?" Maybe my no-knead and artisan breads that I shared a couple weeks ago caught on and everyone is making them. Apr. 6 2020 @ 4:35pm

Home cooking may be just what we need When we cook meals at home, we can provide healthier meals. During this time of anxiety and uncertainty, cooking at home may be just what your family needs to calm their nerves, relax and reconnect as a family. Mar. 31 2020 @ 8:51pm

Home cooking may be what we need right now When we cook meals at home, we can provide healthier meals. During this time of anxiety and uncertainty, cooking at home may be just what your family needs to calm their nerves, relax and reconnect as a family. Mar. 30 2020 @ 6:03pm

No knead to be intimidated about baking bread There is something about a loaf of fresh bread coming from the oven to awaken your senses. It can bring back memories, joy and pleasure, not to mention a tasty product. Baking is suitable for people with all levels of skills; it can be simple or complex and everyone can contribute. Mar. 24 2020 @ 5:13pm

No knead to be intimidated about baking bread There is something about a loaf of fresh bread coming from the oven to awaken your senses. It can bring back memories, joy and pleasure, not to mention a tasty product. Baking is suitable for people with all levels of skills; it can be simple or complex and everyone can contribute. Mar. 23 2020 @ 5:56pm

Is your pantry stocked for an emergency? Would you be prepared if you were not able to go to the store? Maybe because you became ill and were quarantined, there was a natural disaster, or any number of reasons. If you have a pantry stocked with nonperishable foods, you are well on your way to being able to feed yourself and your family. Mar. 10 2020 @ 5:24pm

Is your pantry stocked for an emergency? Would you be prepared if you were not able to go to the store? Maybe because you became ill and were quarantined, there was a natural disaster, or any number of reasons. If you have a pantry stocked with nonperishable foods, you are well on your way to being able to feed yourself and your family. Mar. 9 2020 @ 2:25pm

Are you a savvy grocery shopper? Are you a savvy grocery shopper? Do you look over the grocery store ads in the newspaper and online, compare prices and check unit pricing on a particular item? If you don't, you may be throwing money away at the grocery store. Mar. 3 2020 @ 5:04pm

Make healthy family meals in a snap Do you spend time each week planning meals, grocery shopping, putting food away, cooking and then cleaning up after the meal? How many nights are you tempted to order a pizza or drive through a fast food place but know you really need to prepare a hot, heart-healthy meal? Feb. 18 2020 @ 5:12pm

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