Food Preparation

Six Ways to Slim Down Your Holiday Recipes

You can slim down your recipes and menus in many ways.

Make Half Your Grains Whole

During the upcoming holiday season, we often enjoy stuffing, breads and other delicious grain foods. Did you know you can make your holiday dishes healthier by swapping in some whole-grain ingredients?

Thanksgiving Leftover Ideas

I am making the turkey, stuffing and gravy for our Thanksgiving dinner. I bought a very large bird, and I think we'll have a lot of leftovers. Do you have any tips?

Freezing to Preserve Fruits

I have some extra apples and plums that I do not want to go to waste. The last time I froze fruit, it turned brownish. What did I do wrong?

What's for Dinner? Quick and Healthful Meals!

Sometimes after a busy day, preparing a meal may seem like too much work. However, eating out can put a dent in your budget. These easy tips can help you put a meal on the table in minutes and save you money, too.

Slow Cooker Tips

I don't have a lot of time to cook, but I just received a slow cooker during the holidays. Do you have any tips for using them?

Preserve the Season and Enjoy Garden Produce All Year

Question: We were part of a community garden this year, and we will have a bumper crop of vegetables, including tomatoes, peppers, onions, corn, and green beans. We also grew watermelon and strawberries. We've been sharing with our friends and family, be we will have plenty left. Do you have any suggestions about how to preserve our produce safely?