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Prairie Fare: Bake Bread, Make Friends   ( 2009-02-12 )

Try your hand at baking some bread, and you will be surrounded by happy people waiting for samples.

Prairie Fare: Save Energy in Your Kitchen   ( 2009-02-05 )

I did a little background research on the energy use of small appliances compared with full-sized appliances.

Prairie Fare: Serve Convenience and Economy with Pasta   ( 2009-01-29 )

In these challenging economic times, consumers are stretching their food dollars with pasta-based casseroles and soups more often.

Prairie Fare: Salty Foods Aren’t a Necessity   ( 2009-01-22 )

Unlike our inborn preference for sweetness, we aren’t born with a “salty tooth.”

Prairie Fare: Have Some Comfort Food During Cold Snaps   ( 2009-01-15 )

Comfort foods, those simple, familiar foods that conjure the image of “home,” are showing up on menus across the U.S.

Prairie Fare: Don’t Fumble as You Plan Super Bowl Snacks   ( 2009-01-08 )

Researchers have noted that people may eat and drink much more when there are no visual clues about how much has been eaten.

Prairie Fare: Sweet Potatoes Provide a Bushel of Nutrition   ( 2008-12-31 )

Curious about the differences between yams and sweet potatoes, I looked up some information.

Prairie Fare: Be Prepared to Survive Frigid Temperatures   ( 2008-12-24 )

Nutritionally, we can survive without food for days, but staying hydrated is a concern.

Prairie Fare: Safely Cope with Snow Removal   ( 2008-12-18 )

This is a good time to review some winter snow removal tips, whether you use a snow blower or a shovel.

Prairie Fare: Right-size Your Portions   ( 2008-12-11 )

Does the size of the plate make a difference in how much food people eat?

Prairie Fare: Eat More Fiber This Holiday Season   ( 2008-12-04 )

 

Prairie Fare: Don’t Miss This Nutrient   ( 2008-11-26 )

Step right up and hear about a special nutrient that’s a real deal for your health.

Prairie Fare: Food Product Dates Can Be Mysterious   ( 2008-11-20 )

 

Prairie Fare: Be Thankful for Leftover Turkey   ( 2008-11-13 )

Be creative with leftover turkey.

Prairie Fare: Plan and Shop for Good Nutrition   ( 2008-11-06 )

When your job is to help people recognize healthy food selections and handle them safely, you feel compelled to follow your own advice.

Prairie Fare: Give Carrots a Try as a Snack   ( 2008-10-31 )

Americans consume only about 10 percent of the amount of fiber they did a century ago.

Prairie Fare: Let Autumn’s Colors Be Your Nutrition Inspiration   ( 2008-10-23 )

Autumn’s colorful foliage is a good reminder to fill our plates with colorful fruits and vegetables.

Prairie Fare: Halloween Tricksters: Enjoy Some Treats   ( 2008-10-16 )

Sugar does not “cause” diabetes or hyperactivity as has been suggested.

Prairie Fare: Freeze Meals Now, Save Time Later   ( 2008-10-09 )

Making your own frozen entrees allows you to prepare your favorite meals.

Prairie Fare: Indulge Your Sweet Tooth in Moderation   ( 2008-10-02 )

You might be wondering why someone in the nutrition field just admitted to drinking pop of any kind.