— By Kayla Parsons, MS, LD, Ph.D. Student in Food & Nutrition Sciences “How important it is for us to recognize our heroes and she-roes.” – Maya Angelou Today we celebrate Memorial day, honoring those that have served our country. During this day of remembrance, communities come together, attending parades, visiting memorials, and enjoying cookouts. […]
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— By Kathy Savoie, Extension Educator, University of Maine Cooperative Extension The propane tank is full and it seems like the weather is cooperating for the return to grilling season at my house. Many of us enjoy cookouts and backyard barbecues during the spring and summer months. Unfortunately, barbeque season brings an increase in foodborne […]
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— By Kayla Parsons, MS, LD, Ph.D. Student in Food & Nutrition Sciences Preparing burritos has never felt so easy! The Mainely Dish Brunching Burritos recipe will only take about 10 minutes to make, but will keep you full until your next meal. Did you know that there are health benefits to eating in the […]
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— By Alex Bosse, Nutrition Education Professional, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Did you know that May is National Salad Month? For most of my life I avoided eating salads, because I thought they were boring and lacked flavor. The idea of eating tomatoes and lettuce with dressing on top was the last thing I […]
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— By Kayla Parsons, MS, LD, Ph.D. Student in Food & Nutrition Sciences One of the wonderful things about banana bread is how timeless it is; a staple quick bread that can bring together all generations. Banana bread was actually popularized in the United States in the 1930’s in response to the Great Depression. This […]
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— By Kate McCarty, Food Systems Professional, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Pressure canning is the only way to achieve home canned jars of our favorite Maine vegetables like corn, peas, potatoes, and carrots. Due to vegetables’ low acidity, improperly home canned jars of these foods can create the conditions for the hazardous botulinum toxin […]
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— By Kayla Parsons, MS, LD, Ph.D. Student in Food & Nutrition Sciences Looking for a fun, kid-friendly snack? These peanut butter balls are the perfect way to introduce children to cooking and food safety. With only four ingredients (peanut butter, honey, cereal, and non-fat dry milk powder), this filling snack will be sure to […]
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— By Kayla Parsons, MS, LD, Ph.D. Student in Food & Nutrition Sciences Happy International Carrot Day! Do you know all of the benefits of adding this vegetable to your meals? This root vegetable is an excellent source of potassium, antioxidants, and vitamin A, and contains fiber. There are even different antioxidants based on the […]
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— By Kate McCarty, Food Systems Professional, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Often known by the brand name (Instant Pot being a popular one), electric pressure cookers are beloved by home cooks for their ability to cook food quickly through a combination of high pressure and heat. I’ve made beef stew, hard boiled eggs, pulled pork, […]
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— By Kayla Parsons, MS, LD, Ph.D. Student in Food & Nutrition Sciences Happy Spring! Nothing goes better with warm weather than the taste of lemon. There is something about that uniquely sour, yet refreshing taste that always brings me back to being a kid living in rural Maine; ready to set foot on an […]
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