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Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




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Success StorySavor the Flavor series: Cooking with Oils and Vinegar lessons on 2/13/24.



Savor the Flavor series: Cooking with Oils and Vinegar lessons on 2/13/24.

Author: Elizabeth Maxedon

Planning Unit: Spencer County CES

Major Program: Food Preparation and Preservation

Plan of Work: Health, Safety, and Nutrition

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

The problem

Research shows that people who cook meals at home are more likely to eat the recommended fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains in a balanced diet. Building cooking skills and knowledge increases the likelihood of people preparing home-cooked meals. The Oldham and Trimble County Extension Office presented the Savor the Flavor series to community members to encourage more home-prepared meals. The Savor the Flavor program focused on various cooking methods and flavoring techniques. Extension developed this program to teach people how to make home-prepared meals that are flavorful and exciting. These methods are basic and easy to incorporate into home cooking. Yet people commonly say they are unsure or intimidated by cooking and don’t always know how to expand their skills in the kitchen to create flavorful meals.

The educational program response

This program aims to increase knowledge about cooking methods and ways to add flavor to food. 38 people participated in the workshop. 29 Participants completed the survey, and 100% planned to change their behavior.

The participants/target audience

Oldham and Trimble County Extension Office presented the Savor, the Flavor series to community members.


Other partners (if applicable)

Spencer County Family Consumer Sciences Agent taught cooking with Oils and Vinegar lessons on 2/13/24. 

Program impact or participant response.

Participants reported the most significant things they learned from the program and plan on applying to their life.

Learned to peel ginger with a spoon.

Inspired to do more Stir Frys.

Inspired to add more vegetables to their diet.

Motivated to try new foods and techniques.








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