The Center for Science in the Public Interest recently studied “solved” foodborne illness outbreaks in the U.S. The center reported 28,000 people were sickened in 1,610 restaurant-related outbreaks during a 10-year period, compared with 13,000 people sickened in 893 outbreaks at home.

If you combine foods containing the umami compounds, the resulting flavor is more intense than the food’s flavor by itself.

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Because the canned food industry was short on packaging and processing supplies during World War II, the frozen foods industry took great strides.

Some food packages say ‘use by’ and other foods say ‘sell by.’

Some people use the words “pressure cooker” and “pressure canner” interchangeably, but pressure cookers and pressure canners are two different devices.

Try putting large trays of veggies and fruits first, and place the higher-fat, higher-calorie foods farther down the buffet line.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently updated its slow cooker tips.

When you mix nutrient-rich, orange-fleshed squash with chicken broth, sautéed onions and spices, you have a hardy, delicious autumn soup that fills your home with a delicious aroma.

As we move toward colder weather and many of our favorite fresh fruits and vegetables become more expensive, you might stretch your budget by visiting the frozen foods aisle and the canned foods aisle more often.

Cookie dough and cake batter usually contain raw eggs, which may be contaminated with salmonella.

Containers that are “food grade” must meet higher standards for sanitation and safety.

Often called the “mother grain,” quinoa has been used for food for at least 5,000 years.

At one time, cooking temperatures were determined by the amount of time you could hold your hand in the oven.

Recommendations change as scientists learn more about what is safe and what isn’t.

Onions are among the most popular vegetables, contributing flavor, vitamin C, fiber and health-promoting natural antioxidants to your recipes.

If you have children or grandchildren, you might be especially interested in the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommendations.

If you want to add flowers to your home menu, you might want to try growing some specifically for this purpose.

Snap beans can be an important part of a healthy diet for several reasons.

Picnic menus can consist of almost anything from gourmet box lunches picked up at a restaurant to peanut butter sandwiches to burgers prepared on a portable grill.

Do you need to keep food hot or cold for a while before you serve the food? How will you do that? Do you have the right equipment?

Food additives have been regulated for more than 100 years, dating back to the Food and Drug Act in 1906.

If we are “cooped up” in our homes by ongoing snow, sleet or rain, we could use some of the time indoors to prepare meals ahead of time.

Bacteria, including salmonella and E. coli, easily can spread from meat to other surfaces such as cutting boards, your hands, utensils and plates. Cross-contamination is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Keep an appliance thermometer in your freezer and check it periodically.

As children grow and mature, they become capable of doing different tasks in the kitchen.

You can save energy, water and money when you choose appliances.

Unfortunately, I have had this sort of phone call many times in my career.

If you or someone you know is experiencing issues with low vision, consider some ways to help yourself or that person with food preparation.

You will need to do some advance preparation to be sure your perishable food remains cold and safe.