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Water Activity of Foods

by Kelly Getty Rashmi Gaikwad

MF3674

Understanding and controlling water activity levels are integral components of ensuring the quality and safety of food items as related to regulatory compliance and the overall preservation of various food products. 4 pages, color.

Revision Date: Sep 2024

Kombucha Fermentation

by Kelly Getty Rashmi Gaikwad

MF3672

Kombucha is a fermented effervescent beverage made by the addition of tea leaves into boiled water and adding sugar for a sweet tea mixture. Once the sweet tea is cooled, then a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeasts is added. This fact sheet outlines the process and some factors to consider. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: Sep 2024

Using a Digital Thermometer for Food Products

by Kelly Getty Rashmi Gaikwad

MF3673

In the food industry, digital thermometers play a vital role in ensuring food safety and quality by accurately monitoring cooking, storage, and processing temperatures. Usage of these thermometers helps in upholding food industry and regulatory standards. This fact sheet outlines the uses of digital thermometers and calibration tips. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: Sep 2024

Cooking for One or Two: Fact Sheet

by Christina Holmes Clara Misenhelter

MF3659

Cooking for one or two people is more than preparing meals; it is an opportunity to focus on your health, make time for yourself, or to create an opportunity to have a meaningful conversation with someone else. Planning, preparing, and consuming balanced meals at home can help maintain weight, control chronic illness, and meet daily nutritional needs. Includes recipes and tips for cooking smaller meals. 8 pages, color.

Published Date: Jul 2024

Cooking for One or Two, Leader's Guide

by Christina Holmes Clara Misenhelter

MF3660

 Cooking for one or two people is more than preparing meals; it is an opportunity to focus on your health, make time for yourself, or to create an opportunity to have a meaningful conversation with someone else. This leader's guide includes teaching tips and an evaluation. 6 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Jul 2024

Cooking for One or Two: Fact Sheet, Spanish

by Christina Holmes Clara Misenhelter

MF3659S

Translated into Spanish. Cooking for one or two people is more than preparing meals; it is an opportunity to focus on your health, make time for yourself, or to create an opportunity to have a meaningful conversation with someone else. Planning, preparing, and consuming balanced meals at home can help maintain weight, control chronic illness, and meet daily nutritional needs. Includes recipes and tips for cooking smaller meals. 8 pages, color.

Published Date: Jul 2024

Kansas Local Foods Community Roundtable Findings, Executive Summary

by Rebecca McMahon Amanda Lindahl Deborah Kohl Katie Starzec Elizabeth Kiss

RPT113

K-State Research and Extension Local Food Systems held local food community roundtables across Kansas.

Participants answered questions about the desired future of local food systems, challenges, needs and resources. 2 pages, color.

Link to full report

Published Date: Jun 2024

Kansas Local Food Community Roundtable Findings, Full Report

by Rebecca McMahon Amanda Lindahl Deborah Kohl Katie Starzec Elizabeth Kiss

RPT114

K-State Research and Extension Local Food Systems held local food community roundtables across Kansas.

These roundtables were opportunities to connect and discuss challenges, needs, and vision for the future of the Kansas local food system. Report includes discussions from several communities. 42 pages, color.

Published Date: Jun 2024

Spanish: Seasoning with Herbs and Spices

by Sandy Procter

MF3539S

Translated into Spanish. Herbs and spices add a wide variety of flavor profiles to food, and provide health benefits. This fact sheet includes tips for using and storing herbs and spices, their benefits, and recipes. 8 pages, color.

Published Date: Jun 2023

Seasonal and Simple postcard

by Londa Nwadike

MF3635

This handy postcard shares information about finding fruits and vegetables that are in season in your area. Ideal for farmers markets, county fairs, health fairs, and other occasions. Sold in packages of 10. 1 page, color; $2.00 (pkg of 10).

Published Date: Jun 2023

Shopping Safe at Farmers Markets, Fact Sheet, Spanish

by Londa Nwadike

MF3136S

Translated into Spanish. Farmers markets continue to grow in popularity, but it is important to pay attention to food safety when buying and using foods purchased in such venues. This fact sheet includes tips for food safety at the market, on the way home, and after you get home with your purchases. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Feb 2022

Storing Fresh Produce, Spanish

by Londa Nwadike

MF3594S

Translated into Spanish. Eating fresh local produce is always a treat and one of the best things about summer! This publication, translated into Spanish, includes a few tips on maintaining their quality and safety until you are ready to eat them. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: Feb 2022

Storing Fresh Produce

by Londa Nwadike

MF3594

Eating fresh local produce is always a treat and one of the best things about summer! This publication includes a few tips on maintaining their quality and safety until you are ready to eat them. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: Dec 2021

Food Safety of Frostings and Fillings

by Karen Blakeslee et al.

MF3544

Outbreaks of foodborne illness from icings and frostings are rare but they do happen for a variety of reasons. This publication explains food safety risks related to frostings and fillings of baked goods and the factors that are associated with higher risks. It includes guidelines for what products are acceptable for Kansas fairs and exhibitions. 6 pages, color.

Published Date: Dec 2020

Cooking Basics: Getting Started

by Lisa Martin

MF3543

Healthful and great-tasting food preparation can be overwhelming if you are new to cooking or need a refresher. The Cooking Basics series of fact sheets will help you get organized and plan and prepare nutritious and delicious meals. Use this fact sheet as a guide to the series and additional resources. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Aug 2020

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