Provides research-based up-to-date information on a variety of topics about food safety, nutrition, and wellness for a healthy lifestyle. Programs cover many food aspects, from nutrition and food safety to seasonal tidbits. Most of us can benefit from learning more about food and nutrition so get started by clicking on the links below and then sit back, turn up the volume and listen.
National Baking Soda Day
12-30-2021
Baking soda is a white powder with a naturally alkaline (base) chemical composition. When combined with an acidic ingredient the reaction creates carbon dioxide, which causes the baked good to rise.
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Pfeffernusse
12-23-2021
The name pfeffernusse means “pepper nuts.” The pepper part refers to the white pepper that is added to the dough, which gives these cookies a very unique and flavorful touch. The nuts part refers to their walnut-like shape.
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Dipped In Chocolate
12-16-2021
December 16 is all about chocolate because it is Chocolate Covered Anything Day. The day provides the perfect excuse to eat chocolate, whether dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or white chocolate.
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Pastry Classics
12-09-2021
Pastry is a broad term used to name a specific type of dough, and it also refers to a specific type of baked goods.There are many types of pastry doughs.
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Fried Fritters
12-02-2021
Fritters are made with countless variations across many countries. They are made with almost any filling, shape, and size, but the one thing they all have in common is that they are all battered and fried.
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Eat With Friends And Family
11-25-2021
Sitting down to enjoy a meal with friends or family supports our mental health and well-being, and should be done as much as possible, not just on special occasions.
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Vichyssoise Cream Soup
11-23-2021
A cold soup that has warmed many hearts is Vichyssoise! This French-styled soup is thick because it is made with pureed onions, leeks, potatoes, cream, and chicken broth! The soup is commonly served cold but may also be eaten hot.
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Luscious Ice Cream Sundae Day
11-11-2021
An ice cream sundae is a creamy and cold dessert that is perfect after a meal or a delicious treat on its own. A customizable build-your-own sundae station makes it fun for everyone!
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Sweet Candy-making Tips
11-04-2021
Successful candy-making is relatively easy if you know the tricks of the trade. Fundamentally, to make candy, sugar is boiled in water or milk until it begins to caramelize.
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Celebrate All Things Chocolate
10-28-2021
If you are looking for an excuse to eat chocolate, look no further because October 28th is National Chocolate Day. When categorizing chocolate, the three main types are milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and white chocolate.
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Vicki Hayman, MS
Nutrition & Food Safety Educator
Northeast Area (Campbell, Crook, Johnson, Sheridan, and Weston Counties)
University of Wyoming Extension
204 West Main Street
Newcastle, WY 82701
(307) 746-3531
vhayman@uwyo.edu
