Food Preparation

These brief, less than 60-seconds, videos can be used by early childhood nutrition educators to demonstrate several key evidence-based recommendations for what and how to feed infants and toddlers in Family Child Care Homes. The videos were developed by the Nutrition Policy Institute at the University of…

Featured Articles by Master Food PreserversUC Master Food Preservers in Amador, Calaveras, and El Dorado Counties write articles for local publications and posts on food safety, food preservation, food preparation, and reducing food waste, among other subjects of interest. You can find those articles by…

Caribbean Peach Chutney This chutney has a mellow flavor that is reminiscent of the Caribbean islands. Chutneys are a great compliment to meat, poultry, and fish. Delicious on sandwiches, maybe a dollop on curried rice.

So you've spent the latter part of your summer preserving tomatoes. Congratulations! Don't be daunted by the thought of what to do with all of these gorgeous preserved goodies, take a look at the UC Master Food Preservers of Central Sierra's preserved tomato recipe collection.

Fundamental Canning Processes handouts and food safety informational posters can he found here, as well as slideshows and videos of pre-recorded or past workshops.

4-H empowers you to be healthy in both body and mind. Having the confidence and skills to lead a healthy lifestyle improves your overall well-being and ability to tackle today's challenges.

A 4-H project is a hands-on way for you to find your "spark" - something that you enjoy doing and that interests you.

Recipes and Preservation Information