— Kate Yerxa, MS, RD, Extension Professor University of Maine Cooperative Extension Carrots have been a staple in diets for centuries. While the orange variety is most common, carrots come in various colors, including red, purple, yellow, black, and white. A fun fact about carrots is that they are a member of the parsley family. […]
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— Jilleon Farrell, Dietetic Intern, University of Maine, and Kate Yerxa, MS, RD, Extension Professor University of Maine Cooperative Extension Cabbage is a part of the crucifers family along with broccoli, cauliflower, bok choy, Brussels sprouts, collard greens, and more. Maine-grown cabbage is plentiful from June through December. There are four different types of cabbage […]
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— Jilleon Farrell, Dietetic Intern, University of Maine, and Kate Yerxa, MS, RD, Extension Professor University of Maine Cooperative Extension October’s harvest is all about rich flavors and local ingredients, featuring an assortment of fruits, vegetables, and grains that all capture the essence of the season. Whether you’re a fan of stews, casseroles, or delicious […]
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— By Alex Gayton, Assistant EFNEP Coordinator & Social Media Coordinator, Expanded Food Nutrition and Education Program (EFNEP), University of Maine Cooperative Extension Visit the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s recipe website for the Easy Stuffing recipe and recipe video. With temperatures dropping, it’s officially time for comfort food. This Easy Stuffing recipe is a […]
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— By Jess Roberts, UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver Volunteer Autumn is upon us! Maine’s fair schedule was saturated with activities from June through October. Many fairs highlighted the annual display of Maine apples. The Common Ground Country Fair presented a lineup of the hundreds of apple cultivars growing in the state courtesy of the […]
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— TerriLee Welch, UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver Volunteer In 2012, we bought a rundown two-hundred-year-old farmhouse in Sebago, aiming to restore it to its former glory. Along with two beehives, we planted large gardens, grapes, and fruit trees to benefit us and our bees. We soon realized that the harvests came all at once, filling […]
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— By Alex Gayton, Assistant EFNEP Coordinator & Social Media Coordinator, Expanded Food Nutrition and Education Program (EFNEP), University of Maine Cooperative Extension Visit the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s recipe website for the Corn Bread recipe and recipe video. Corn bread is one of my favorite side dishes due to its slightly sweet flavor […]
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— By Jilleon Farrell, Dietetic Intern, University of Maine and Kate Yerxa, MS, RD, Extension Professor University of Maine Cooperative Extension In addition to being an opportunity for new adventures, adjusting to college life can be stressful, intimidating, and challenging. Dining halls promote an all-you-can-eat style which provides an abundance of choices for students to […]
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— By Spoonful Bloggers, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Few places embody the essence of fall like Maine. With its stunning foliage, crisp and refreshing air, and charming autumn festivities, it offers an idyllic seasonal experience. In this edition of Ask Spoonful, the UMaine Cooperative Extension food team shares some of their favorite fall activities. […]
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— By Tom Loder, UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver Volunteer Have you been looking for an easy way to pack and store your items in your freezer? Want to avoid bulky plastic containers and aluminum foil that never seems to prevent that pesky freezer burn? Then vacuum sealing might be the option for you! Vacuum sealing […]
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