Tag: cooking
Middling taste buds
This week, Kymberly Seabolt analyses her "white trash taste buds" and the midwestern cooking she grew up enjoying.
Preserving our garden’s last stand
Growing up during the Depression era, Alan Guebert's mother developed a hardness against waste. And so his family ate "the last of the garden," regularly.
Canning Applesauce: How to get it right
Learn how to diagnose and prevent common problems — discoloration, siphoning and mold — when canning applesauce.
How to dry and store herbs for best flavor
All you need is heat, low humidity and good air circulation to dry and preserve herbs. Learn how to choose and use four different herb-drying methods.
Cutting board basics: choosing, using and cleaning
Weigh the pros and cons of different types of cutting boards and learn about the best practices for using and cleaning yours to prevent foodborne illness.
How to significantly improve the taste of pork
According to a University of Illinois study, cooking temperature is all that matters when it comes to the flavor, tenderness and juiciness of pork.
Interactive exhibits on healthy habits, cooking
Cooking demonstrations, food preservation lessons, first-aid safety tips and more will take place in the Family Room at Ag Progress Days, Aug. 14-16.
Holiday dinners should be savored
Kymberly Foster Seabolt details every delicious dish she makes during the holidays and reminds us to savor all of the special treats we receive.
How to avoid foodborne illness on Thanksgiving
Whether you’re cooking dinner, helping with preparation or lending a hand with cleanup, always remember to keep food safety in mind.
How to protect your home from fire
Fireplaces, stoves, heating systems, candles and even electric lights are used more often during the winter, increasing the risk of home fires.
