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Publication Safe Food for Babies and Children: Choking Dangers
Every child is at risk of choking: Older infants and children less than 5 years old easily can choke on food, toys and household objects. A single choking incident may result in death, permanent brain damage due to lack of oxygen and other complications associated with airway blockage. This publication provides tips on choking prevention.
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Publication Questions and Answers About Using a Boiling Water-bath Canner
Water-bath canning is a method of preserving high-acid foods. Fresh foods contain a high percentage of water, which makes them very perishable. High-acid foods can be preserved safely when they reach temperatures provided by a boiling water-bath canner. To kill harmful molds, yeasts and some bacteria, processing using the boiling water-bath method ensures the safety of preserved produce. However, this method does not provide high enough temperatures to destroy botulinum spores in low-acid foods such as vegetables.
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Publication D source code It’s Clean, But Is It Sanitized?
Find out about the difference between cleaning and sanitizing.
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Publication text/texmacs Food Preservation: Making Pickled Products
Pickling is one of the oldest known methods of food preservation. Pickled foods add a special touch to many snacks and meals.
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Publication Wild Side of the Menu No. 1 Care and Cookery
The most succulent wild game can be destroyed by improper handling in the field or improper cooking at home. The handling of the meat from harvesting to preparing can make a major difference in flavor and safety of the end product. The purpose of this publication is to provide information on proper care and cookery of wild game so you can fully enjoy the fruits of the field.
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Publication From field to table . . .a pocket guide for the care and handling of DEER and ELK
A 3½-ounce portion (before cooking) of game meat provides about half of the daily adult protein requirement and 130 to 150 calories. Game meats are usually slightly lower in total fat but higher in polyunsaturated fats than grain-fed beef.
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Publication Octet Stream From the Garden to the Table: Salsa!
While many excellent types of salsa are available in supermarkets, you can tailor homemade fresh salsa to suit your own taste buds. By following guidelines in this publication, you can safely process salsa in a water bath canner for later enjoyment.
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Publication D source code Safe Food for Babies: Handling Breast Milk, Formula and Baby Food
Infants and young children are most at risk for foodborne illness because their immune systems are not fully developed. Follow the tips in this publication to keep breast milk, formula and baby food safe for babies.
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Publication Safe Food for Babies and Children: A Guide for Babysitters - Parent Edition
As a parent, you most likely will need a babysitter to look after your children at some time. Infants and young children are especially vulnerable to foodborne illness, and even a small error in food preparation can cause severe illness. Making sure your babysitter is prepared to provide care safely will assure a positive experience for both you and your sitter.
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Publication Haskell source code Food Preservation Facts or Myths?
Food preservation guidelines have changed through time. Test your knowledge of current food preservation recommendations by deciding if these statements are facts or myths. See the answers and explanations on the back.
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