Almost without exception, cooking fires are preventable, and yet cooking remains the No. 1 cause of residential fires in Minnesota.
By Deb Botzek-Linn
a food science educator with University of Minnesota Extension.
By Trina Barno,
a University of Minnesota Extension health and nutrition educator
By Carol Ann Burtness
a food science educator
University of Minnesota Extension
By Kelly Kunkel,
health and nutrition educator, University of Minnesota Extension
Are you finding it a struggle to cook a meal for just you? Are you tired of the same boring food meal after meal?
By Deb Botzek-Linn,
food safety educator, University of Minnesota Extension
Food preservation season is here.
Farmers markets have been increasing in popularity over recent years driven by consumer interest to buy and eat healthy fresh foods. Why do people go to farmers markets?
By Mary Schroeder,
health and nutrition educator, University of Minnesota Extension
Whether they’re on a tight budget or not, most people enjoy saving money on food. These tips will help you save money next time you are at the grocery store.
By Lou Ann Jopp,
food science educator, University of Minnesota Extension
Blanching (scalding vegetables in boiling water or steam for a short time) is a must for almost all vegetables to be frozen successfully. It slows or stops the enzyme action which can cause loss of flavor, color and texture.

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