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University of Wyoming Extension can help. The Real Food program is based on the Social Cognitive Theory. It includes hands-on cooking and interactive discussion through five 2-hour lessons. Results

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Beaters with whipped cream

Stabilizing Whipped Cream

Homemade whipped cream is an indulgent treat that elevates even the simplest of desserts. Light and airy as a cloud, there is nothing quite like

Soft Pretzel

The Twisted Pretzel

Who can resist a big, warm, and salty soft pretzel? Or do you prefer the addicting hard pretzel? April 26 is National Pretzel Day! To

Fresh strawberries

Strawberry Season Is Here!

There’s nothing like a basket of fresh, juicy strawberries to get you excited for warmer weather this spring. The peak season for strawberries is here!

Cranberry Turkey Wrap

The Wrap- Cranberry Almond Wrap

Tips These wraps are great for lunches or snacks. The wraps can be made ahead of time and then wrapped tightly in plastic wrap. Store the

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Bread

Storing Bread For Maximum Freshness

Do you enjoy fresh bakery bread or making it yourself? A loaf of bread purchased at a supermarket is made with preservatives, which serve to prolong the product shelf life. Homemade bread made without added preservatives will grow mold quicker than a store-bought one. Today, I will share tips on how to store bread, how to freeze bread, and how to refresh bread so that it tastes fresh baked. Bread usually tastes best the day it is made. How To

Beaters with whipped cream

Stabilizing Whipped Cream

Homemade whipped cream is an indulgent treat that elevates even the simplest of desserts. Light and airy as a cloud, there is nothing quite like a spoonful of freshly whipped cream! Homemade whipped cream is the perfect topping for many sweets. Add a dollop of whipped cream to a bowl of cut fruits, and you have turned your fruit bowl into a dessert! Weeping Have you ever put whipped cream, either homemade or from a can, onto a dessert and

Soft Pretzel

The Twisted Pretzel

Who can resist a big, warm, and salty soft pretzel? Or do you prefer the addicting hard pretzel? April 26 is National Pretzel Day! To celebrate, I am going to look back at the snack’s “twisted” history as one of our nation’s favorite go-to snack. SOFT PRETZELS The soft pretzel has a long history. The exact year pretzels were created is not known for certain, but many sources suggest they were probably invented by Christian monks sometime around 610 A.D.

Fresh strawberries

Strawberry Season Is Here!

There’s nothing like a basket of fresh, juicy strawberries to get you excited for warmer weather this spring. The peak season for strawberries is here! Strawberries are at their best and most plentiful during April through July, making them the perfect summer fruit. Being in season means that they have the highest nutritional value and tend to be cheaper to buy. Nutrition Let’s review some strawberry nutrition facts. One cup of sliced strawberries provides 163 percent of your daily dose

Cranberry Turkey Wrap

The Wrap- Cranberry Almond Wrap

Tips These wraps are great for lunches or snacks. The wraps can be made ahead of time and then wrapped tightly in plastic wrap. Store the wraps in the refrigerator. You can use leftover chicken or turkey or cook the poultry your favorite way~ baked, broiled or grilled. Leftovers can be safely stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. This recipe is a little high in sodium content, so be mindful of the appropriate serving size.

Cactus

Don’t Be Spineless, Eat Cactus

If you are adventurous, you will want to know what to do with cactus! Cactus leaves are used in Mexican and Latin American cooking, but only leaves from one kind of cactus: the Prickly Pear Cactus, the same one that produces the Prickly Pear fruit.

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