Food Safety and Preservation Blog
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Cranberry Fig Chutney
Thanksgiving is upon us. This recipe has layers of flavor and texture and has become a family favorite – at least among the family members who aren't die-hard canned jellied cranberry sauce fans. The recipe below is as-printed and was...
By Dayna Ravalin, UCCE Master Food Preserver Program Coordinator
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Pick a Peck of Pickled Peppers! Oh My!
It is that time of the year when gardens are still producing, but maybe starting to slow down. Are you tired of canning and dehydrating your harvest? It's been so hot; I know I'm looking for any excuse not to heat up my kitchen. There...
By Dayna Ravalin, UCCE Master Food Preserver Program Coordinator
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Sesame Sourdough Crackers-Time to Discard Some Starter?
This project satisfies several kitchen itches, namely: makes good use of sourdough discard, shows some love for a neglected kitchen tool, and produces a simple, delicious cracker. The original version of this recipe can be found at...
By Dayna Ravalin, UCCE Master Food Preserver Program Coordinator
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How to Harvest and Freeze Fava Beans
Fava beans, or broad beans, are one of the oldest know cultivated plants carbon dated to over 10,000 years ago according to research published in an online paper in the journal of Scientific Reports. They are a major crop in many countries, but not very...
By Dayna Ravalin, UCCE Master Food Preserver Program Coordinator
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Sharing the Gift of Late Summer Figs
Photo credit: Katherine Soule In the last few months, the UC Master Food Preserver Program in the County of San Luis Obispo has received a couple of donations to support our mission to teach research-based practices of safe home food preservation to...
By Dayna Ravalin, UCCE Master Food Preserver Program Coordinator
Editor - Master Food Preserver Program Coordinator