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Getting to Know Whole Grains

As you are supplying your kitchen pantry do not overlook the benefits of whole grains. A nutritional powerhouse, whole grains are an excellent source of dietary fiber, B vitamins, minerals and…

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Choosing the Right Food Thermometer for Cooking

One of the most important steps in food safety is checking the temperature of our cooked foods before consuming them. Using the right thermometer ensures that we get accurate temperatures to…

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Refrigerator Safety and Organization

First Step: Temperature Check The first item of business in refrigerator safety is to check your refrigerator temperature. It’s a good idea to have a separate thermometer in your refrigerator to make…

Photograph of red and green apples in a basket next to two jars of applesauce sitting on a kitchen counter in front of a window.

Hands on Canning Applesauce Workshop

Are you ready to preserve the fresh taste of apples? Join us for an exciting, hands-on demonstration workshop where you will learn the most up-to-date techniques for canning homemade applesauce.Led…

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Last Chance to Register for Food Business Program

The Ins and Outs of Having a NC Food BusinessRegistration extended until November 7th at 12pm. Get your ticket now!

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Preparing Thanksgiving Turkey Safely

With Halloween over, our thoughts are moving to preparing for Thanksgiving. It will be here before we know it. Having a smooth tasty Thanksgiving can take some planning. So here are some tips for…

four pictures of jams, food truck, making bread and food stand

Agenda: Ins and Outs of Having a NC Food Business

Agenda Ins and Outs of Having a North Carolina Food BusinessNovember 12, 20259:00am - Welcome - introductions to the day9:15am - Morning Panel - Introducing the People there for the day, professional…

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Packing a Safe School Lunch

With the start of school, many households are faced with planning lunches for the school day. Our young ones are at a higher risk of food borne illnesses and besides making sure the lunch is well…

four pictures of jams, food truck, making bread and food stand

The Ins and Outs of Having a NC Food Business

Have you ever thought of making a new food product or maybe expanding on a food business you already have? Getting from the initial ideas or dreams to reality is a process and there are organizations…

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Summer Food Preservation Classes

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Buncombe County Center will have some canning classes this summer at various community locations. Whether you are new to canning or just want to learn the lastest…