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| 2062 - Food Preparation and Preservation | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2062.3) | 17 |
Number of individuals who reported preparing more healthy home-cooked meals |
| 2062.4) | 0 |
Number of pints of fruits, vegetables or fruit/vegetable products canned through water bath canning (e.g. pickles, jams, jellies, sauces) |
| 2062.2) | 0 |
Number of individuals who demonstrated safe handling and preparation and/or preservation of food |
| 2062.6) | 0 |
Number of pints of fruits or vegetables frozen |
| 2062.7) | 0 |
Number of pints of fruits or vegetables dried |
| 2062.5) | 0 |
Number of pints of vegetables, soups, meats, or other value-added products canned through pressure canning |
| 2062.1) | 32 |
Number of individuals who reported improved knowledge, opinions, skills, or aspirations regarding the safe storage, handling, preparation and/or preservation of food |
| 2062.8) | 17 |
Number of Food Preservation Workshop participants |
| 2062.9) | 17 |
Number of Food Preservation Workshop participants reporting an increase in food preservation skills |
Author: Jane Proctor
Major Program: Food Preparation and Preservation
Studies indicate that individuals who engage in cooking meals at home are more inclined to consume the recommended portions of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains necessary for a well-rounded diet. Developing culinary expertise and knowledge heightens the likelihood of opting for homemade dishes. In an effort to promote increased home cooking, the Trimble County Extension Office introduced a the Savor the Flavor five session initiative to the local community. This program concent
Author: Jane Proctor
Major Program: Food Preparation and Preservation
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five households engage in home food preservation, with 65% of these households canning vegetables. There is a growing interest in home gardening and food preservation, which has heightened the demand for reliable canning information. People choose to preserve food at home for various reasons, such as preserving home-grown produce, promoting sustainability, controlling ingredients like sodium and sugar, saving money, or continuin
