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What's It Take to Burn off the Calories From a Thanksgiving Dinner?
MANHATTAN, Kan. -- Food and food safety pros have numerous tips for preparing a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, but, other than washing hands before and after the meal, recommendations for diners are few.
11/19/2009

Holiday Season 2009: Cost of Turkey Dinner Down This Year – Cooking Tips Help Get Meal on the Table

The cost of preparing a traditional Thanksgiving dinner is surprisingly low –$5 or less per person.

To arrive at an annual average cost, the American Farm Bureau Federation asks more than 200 volunteer shoppers to shop for traditional holiday foods and compares their costs to arrive at an average cost for a holiday dinner for 10 each year, said Karen Blakeslee,
11/18/2009

Holiday Season 2009: Family-Friendly Holiday Calls for Planning, Patience
In the holiday rush, parents can miss opportunities to build memories with their children and family.

Adults know that it can be easier to say ‘I'll do that,’ rather than encourage children to get involved in preparing foods and planning gatherings during the holidays, said Sandy Procter, Kansas State University Research and Extension nutrition specialist.

11/16/2009

Holiday Season 2009: Sweet Potatoes a ‘Superfood’?

OLATHE, Kan. – This year’s sweet potato harvest is showing up on market and store shelves. It’s a timely arrival for a holiday meal staple.

11/16/2009

Holiday Season 2009: Sweet Potatoes - Did You Know?

* Central Americans were raising sweet potatoes when Christopher Columbus first landed on their shores in 1492. He liked the vegetable so much that on his fourth voyage, he took some home to grow in Europe.

11/16/2009

Holiday Season 2009: Holiday Cooking Mistakes are Easy to Avoid
MANHATTAN, Kan. -- Cooking mistakes may add humor to the menu, yet common errors in planning and preparing a holiday meal often can be remedied, said Karen Blakeslee, Kansas State University Research and Extension food scientist.
11/12/2009

Shop Now to Save on Holiday Foods
MANHATTAN, Kan. -- Supermarket flyers are advertising bargain prices on holiday foods, yet reduced items are rarely enough to complete the menu.
11/12/2009

Holiday Season 2009: Enjoy Holiday Foods--Tips Make Special Diet...Special
MANHATTAN, Kan. -- While many people will choose to let their diets slide during the holiday season, those who follow a moderate or restricted diet to manage diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol or other chronic illness can enjoy holiday foods without increasing their risks from the illnesses, a Kansas State University specialist said.
11/11/2009

Enjoy Holiday Foods Without Adding Extra Pounds

Here a nibble, there a nibble, everywhere a nibble. . .

With November, December and January -- from the day after Halloween until the end of play at the Super Bowl -- often referred to as "the eating season," adding a few extra pounds is easy to do.

11/10/2009

PLANNING AND SERVING A HOLIDAY MEAL...

The menu for Thanksgiving…turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, dinner rolls, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie with whipped topping…is pretty standard. But, how do you prepare and serve such a large meal? On today’s Sound Living: taking a meal from the planning stage to the dinner table.

11/5/2009

Holiday Season 2009: Some Turkey Producers Call Kansas Home But Obstacles Exist for Such Businesses

Recent crisp fall weather conjures thoughts of cranberries, pumpkin pie, and Grandma’s dressing – not to mention the star of the holiday table – turkey with all the trimmings.

11/4/2009

FOOD’S ROLE IN THE HOLIDAYS...

The holiday season is rapidly approaching. In addition to buying gifts, most families will also be buying and preparing traditional holiday foods…turkey, ham, breads, pies and that “special” dish everyone looks forward to. K-State Research and Extension nutrition educator Sandy Procter says food offers families a great opportunity to connect during holiday gatherings. On today’s Sound Living: the many roles food plays in the holidays.

10/29/2009

Kansas meat and poultry inspection program...

Becky Pfannenstiel, manager of the state meat and poultry inspection program in Kansas, talks about the procedures for inspecting and certifying smaller meat processing plants in the state as producers of safe products for the consumer.

10/7/2009

When Tomatoes Freeze
MANHATTAN, Kan. -- For gardeners, an early frost could mean a change in the menu.
10/1/2009

Farmers' Markets Offering Fresh Fall Foods, Holiday and Winter Fare
With the crisp, cool fall air in the mornings, many of Kansas' 79 farmers' markets remain open, and are well stocked with fall crops, including comfort food.

9/25/2009

USE A SLOW COOKER YEAR-ROUND ...

Soups, stews and casseroles are often thought of as winter foods. But, a K-State Research and Extension health and nutrition agent says these, and many other dishes, can be prepared year-round in a slow cooker. On today‘s Sound Living: the many uses of a slow cooker.

9/3/2009

What’s With the New Food Labels?
MANHATTAN, Kan. – New food labels on familiar products in the meat and produce departments at grocery stores may be helpful to consumers evaluating their food choices, a Kansas State University specialist said.
1/15/2009

Is it Done Yet? Food Pro Gives Baking Tips

MANHATTAN, Kan. – One of the dilemmas that first time and even veteran bakers encounter is in determining when a baked product is done.

11/24/2008