Food safety is important no matter how many people gather.

Most of the time, frozen food is safe, although it might be a little freezer-burned from dehydration.

You can use rhubarb to make sauce, jam, crisp, muffins and pie.

July is the peak month for grilling-related fires.

Follow the directions in research-tested recipes when preserving foods at home.

Follow safe food handling practices when having a picnic.

Preserve some of what you grow to enjoy later.

Do not use soap on fruits and vegetables or disinfectants on food packaged in cardboard or plastic wrap.

An NDSU Extension specialist offers tips on storing fresh vegetables.

Make sure you cook your poultry to the right temperature.