— By Kate McCarty, Food System Professional, University of Maine Cooperative Extension It’s feeling springy in Maine, and while herbs won’t be ready in Maine gardens for months, springtime feels like the season to start adding fresh flavors to your meals using herbs. But oftentimes, purchasing herbs leaves you with much more than you need, […]
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— By Kayla Parsons, RDN, PhD Student, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Nutrition information is easily accessible in today’s digital age. Magazines, advertisements, books, blogs, podcasts, social media platforms, and every person you know probably has something to say about nutrition. Eating is a universal behavior, with food serving an integral role in health and […]
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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 EFNEP’s recipe website for the Make-ahead Mexican Rollups recipe and recipe video. The Make-ahead Mexican Roll Ups is one of the recipes I use repeatedly because I can make the wraps […]
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— By Kathy Savoie, Extension Educator, University of Maine Cooperative Extension The topic of minimum internal temperatures is always discussed in the ServSafe Food Protection Manager courses and Cooking for Crowds workshops that I teach. This topic is just as important for preventing foodborne illness in your home kitchen. Let’s cover some of the basics. […]
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— By Alex Bosse, Nutrition Education Professional for UMaine Cooperative Extension EFNEP (Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program) Have you ever found yourself at the grocery store confused by the labeling on some of your favorite products? I know I definitely have, and my favorite food group (fruits) is no exception. Whether its products labeled […]
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— By Kayla Parsons, PhD Student, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Chocolate is synonymous with Valentine’s Day, and quite frankly, can be enjoyed in moderation during the whole year. You may have taste preferences on your preferred treats, whether it’s peanut butter cups, dark chocolate covered strawberries or white chocolate truffles, but do you know […]
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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 EFNEP’s recipe website for the Yogurt Fruit Parfait recipe and recipe video. A yogurt fruit parfait is a perfect low-effort, nutritious breakfast or snack when you just don’t have time for […]
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— By Kate Yerxa, MS, RD, Extension Professor, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Food waste is a significant concern, with an estimated one-third of all food produced in the United States ending up in landfills. That’s 33% of the food produced! In the United States, food is plentiful, but many people lack financial resources and this […]
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— By Kate McCarty, Food Systems Professional, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Home canners will be interested to learn that there’s another type of canner recommended for preserving high-acid foods at home. An atmospheric steam canner, an appliance designed to preserve foods using steam, has been sufficiently tested by the University of Wisconsin, National Center […]
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— By Kayla Parsons, RDN, PhD Student, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Ask any avid fisherman about their favorite winter activity and you’re guaranteed to hear, “There’s nothing like spending a day out on the ice.” Ice fishing can be an active and rewarding way to embrace Maine’s chilly weather, not to mention the proud […]
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