Food Safety

Hot dogs are an American staple. People love to bring them to barbecues, eat them at baseball games, and cook them over a campfire.  Hot dogs are great for a…

Broccoli is a healthy and nutritious vegetable that forms part of the cruciferous family, or cabbage family. As nutritious and healthy as broccoli is, it is a perishable food item…

Sweet, crunchy, and delicious, Pop-Tarts are a firm favorite for many families! These filled pastries make a great breakfast snack, taking just a few minutes to warm up in the…

If you’re looking for a delicious, easy-to-eat, customizable meal or snack, then tamales are a perfect choice. They are made from masa-based dough and can be loaded with a variety…

Many of us use Ziploc bags to store our leftovers – these versatile resealable bags are just so convenient! But when you want to defrost, cook, or heat something up,…

Nothing adds quite so much pizzazz to your kitchen creations as bright splashes of color. Food coloring in all of its forms can take a basic cake and turn it…

Parchment paper is a friend to many bakers and cooks, but for some of us, using parchment paper is still a bit new. When working with the oven and high…

Mochi, the popular Japanese rice cakes, can be tricky to store. Whether you make them yourself or buy them, it is important to know about the shelf life of mochi. …

Pickled eggs are a humble yet flavorful snack or appetizer that may confuse those who have never made them. Cured in brine or vinegar, these hard-boiled eggs have a surprisingly…

Mangoes are delicious tropical fruits that are enjoyable whether eaten plain, in a juice, shake, smoothie, or added to your favorite dishes. They have been around for quite some time…