— By Alex Bosse, Nutrition Education Professional for UMaine Cooperative Extension EFNEP (Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program). A clean kitchen isn’t just nice to look at, it helps keep you and your family safe from foodborne illness. Germs can live on countertops, cutting boards, utensils, handles, sponges, appliances, and other food contact surfaces. Regularly […]
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— By Kathy Savoie, Extension Educator, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Spring is here at last! It’s great to open the windows and let in the warm, fresh air of a new season. Sometimes the change in seasons even makes us want to clean out the house! Pantry Clean-Out Tips When you spring clean, check […]
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— By Caitlyn Winn, Dietetic Intern, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Fishing is a great way to get active and enjoy the outdoors. Sometimes, you even get lucky, and catch your next meal! Chances are if you live in the state of Maine, you either fish, or at least know someone who does. While freshwater […]
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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 It’s hard to find time for physical activity in our busy lives, and it can sometimes feel like an impossible task. We get it! What if we told you it doesn’t have […]
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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 Carrot Bread recipe and recipe video. If you are looking for something similar to carrot cake but want it to pass […]
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— By Kathy Savoie, Extension Educator, University of Maine Cooperative Extension The weather lets us know when it is time for maple season. Warming days and dense fog are two signs for me to know that the temperatures are in the zone for making maple sap run. Check out the magic of maple season at […]
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— By Lali Constantino, UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver Volunteer One of the most rewarding aspects of becoming a UMaine Extension Master Food Preserver is the opportunity to volunteer. The experience of volunteering broadens your horizons by allowing you to meet people from diverse backgrounds, attend festivals and fairs, refresh your skills, and, of course, […]
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— By Kate McCarty, Food Systems Professional, University of Maine Cooperative Extension During cold and flu season many people turn to natural remedies like elderberry syrup and fire cider vinegar to try to prevent illness or lessen symptoms. Elderberries are full of antioxidants and vitamins that in turn may boost your immune system. Homemade elderberry […]
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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 Butternut Squash Soup recipe and recipe video. For those of us missing fall, this Butternut Squash Soup is creamy and full […]
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— By Alex Bosse, Nutrition Education Professional for UMaine Cooperative Extension EFNEP (Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program) With the new year underway and spring just around the corner, you might be tidying up your kitchen and coming across boxes and cans of food past – what you assume are – their expiration dates. What […]
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