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Vinegar powder is a versatile condiment, but it is not for canning Vinegar powder is dehydrated vinegar to which carrying or bulking ingredients are added (such as maltodextrin, which is a modified corn starch). Available in white, apple cider, malt, and other vinegar types, these powders are used by…

Safe food handling helps prevent illness  All fruits and vegetables should be washed prior to consuming. But raw meat, poultry or fish should NOT be washed. This may seem counter-intuitive or contrary to what you’ve previously been taught, but times change and so do food handling recommendations. …

Quick tips for handling fresh fruits and vegetables All fruits and vegetables should be washed prior to consuming, even if the skins or rinds won’t be eaten. Washing produce helps to remove dirt and bacteria not only from surfaces, but also prevents bacteria from being carried into the food when cut…

Choose only yellow peaches and nectarines for canning Food safety research is happening all the time, with results sometimes dictating changes in home canning recommendations. It’s for this reason that we always advise following recent recipes published from reputable sources. One such fairly…

Después de años de trabajar sin un espacio adecuado, investigadores del Centro de Investigación y Extensión de South Coast finalmente ven un cambio concreto: laboratorios móviles que llevan la ciencia directamente al campo.En Irvine, California, estos nuevos espacios representan más que equipo. Son una…