Consumer Food Safety; Canning; Freezing

Syrups and sauces made from berries are great toppings for pancakes, ice cream, and pastries. They also make delicious additions to milkshakes and smoothies. Making and preserving berry syrups is one ...

From harvesting and storing to freezing and canning, pumpkin and squash have so many uses: find out more about storing and using these versatile veggies here. ...

Esta famosa publicación ha sido actualizada con 5 nuevas recetas de salsa fáciles y sabrosas con suficientes variaciones aprobadas como para complacer hasta a los más exigentes preparadores de salsa. ...

Many factors can account for soft homemade jams and jellies, including overripe fruit, low acidity, and mis-measured ingredients. This publication outlines how to use or remake those jams and jellies. ...

This popular publication has been updated with 5 new scrumptious-yet-simple salsa recipes and enough approved variations to please even the pickiest salsa makers. We’ve added detail on key ingredients ...

This guide succinctly explains how to prepare and preserve any type of fish to use as part of a delicious, safe, and healthy meal. Specific temperatures, quantities, and timings are provided for optim ...

What is a foodborne illness? What causes it? How can you reduce your risk of getting it? Known causes of foodborne illnesses, practicing good personal hygiene, cooking foods adequately, keeping foods ...

Preserving seafood with vinegar or citrus juices is one of the easiest food preservation methods known, but can yield a dangerous product if not properly prepared. Fish with high oil content (Chinook salmon, sturgeon, candle fish, anchovies, sardines, striped bass, and black cod) make the best pickled dishes. This publication presents a basic pickling recipe and detailed procedural information for preparing and storing safe, tasty aquatic foods.

Pressure canning is the only recommended method for canning meat, poultry, seafood, and vegetables because of the high temperature required to ensure against botulism poisoning. This publication describes canner types, safety features, maintenance needs, and provides step-by-step illustrated use instructions.