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Canning Fruit Purees for Baby

September 20, 2025
 Whether you are expecting your first child or are an old pro in the parenting department, bringing a new life into this world comes with a lot of choices. One choice that parents face is deciding what to feed their infants and toddlers. Some things that should always be adhered to when feeding infants…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Tulare County: Article

Preserving Eggs

September 6, 2025
 Let's think about eggs differently! Fluctuating egg prices and supply issues make it appealing to pick up an extra dozen or two, when available, but how long will they keep? According to the United States Department of Agriculture (2019), eggs can be safely preserved in the refrigerator…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Tulare County: Article

Homemade Seasoning Mix

April 20, 2024
 Herbs and spices are undoubtedly the unsung heroes of the culinary world, adding a delightful array of flavors and aromas to our food. Incredibly, these preserved foods originate fresh from plants like leaves, stems, seeds, and roots. After harvesting, the herbs and spices are packaged into air-tight…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Tulare County: Article

Finding the 'thyme' for herbs and spices

March 4, 2024
 Homemade seasoning mixes, herbs, and spices are undoubtedly the unsung heroes of the culinary world, adding a delightful array of flavors and aromas to our food.Incredibly, these preserved foods originate fresh from plants like leaves, stems, seeds, and roots. After harvesting, the herbs and spices are…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Tulare County: Article

Brief History of Food Preservation

September 23, 2023
 Food preservation has played a crucial role in human history, allowing people to store food for long periods of time, ensuring they have enough to eat during times of scarcity. The history of food preservation, the methods used throughout the ages, and the evolution of the Master Food Preservers…
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UC Master Food Preservers of Tulare County: Article

A Journey to the Past: Food Preservation

July 22, 2023
While planting my summer garden, I thought of the abundance of food I would receive from the land, optimistic that this year would be better than the last few. The weather was milder than in previous years, and I could put more veggies in the ground. There was still a begging question: "What will I do with…
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