March 13, 2026
Ask an Expert – Radishes: A Root Awakening
By Taun Beddes | March 13, 2026 Radishes are great on salads, but many people don’t know they can also be used as a substitute for potatoes. Besides being versatile…
November 21, 2025
Ask an Expert – Five Ways to Help Reduce Food Insecurity
Food insecurity isn’t always obvious. Unexpected expenses or reductions in benefit programs can quickly turn into a crisis for thousands of people in our communities. Food insecurity is not just…
November 14, 2025
Ask an Expert: Turkey Safety Myths Roasted
By: Andrea Schmutz and Callie Adams, Utah State University Extension associate professors Every Thanksgiving, millions of home cooks become kitchen scientists, experimenting with thawing, basting, and timing the perfect bird. Friends and family share…
October 10, 2025
Ask an Expert – Pumpkin Power: A Seasonal Superfood
By: Jenna Dyckman, Utah State University Extension assistant professor, Jenna.Dyckman@usu.edu Many people buy pumpkins for fall décor or carving. But the next time you buy pumpkins, you may consider buying…
October 3, 2025
Ask an Expert – Mindful Dining: How to Make Healthy Choices at Restaurants
By: Palak Gupta, Utah State University Extension hunger solutions specialist, palak.gupta@usu.edu Americans love dining out. According to the Food Liability Insurance Program, the average person eats at a restaurant about three…
September 19, 2025
Ask an Expert – Gather ‘Round the Table: September Is Family Meals Month
Contact: Lea Palmer, assistant director/program manager, Utah State University Extension Create Better Health (Utah’s SNAP-Ed program), Lea.palmer@usu.edu September marks National Family Meals Month, providing an excellent opportunity to establish the tradition of consistent family…
August 22, 2025
Ask an Expert – Seal the Deal and Can Safely
By:Kate Chappell, Utah State University Extension assistant professor, kate.chappell@usu.edu, 435-836-1313 It’s peak canning season, and preserving bottled food is a long-held tradition for many Utahns. Whether you’re a long-time canner or a…
January 24, 2025
Ask an Expert – Three Tips to Prevent Choking Hazards in Young Children
Introducing solid foods to infants is a welcome milestone for parents, but it also involves knowing how to prevent choking, a leading cause of injury among young children. By understanding…
October 13, 2023
Cook Smarter, Not Harder: Nine Time-Saving Cooking Tips
Meal preparation takes time, and it can be overwhelming on busy days. Consider these nine time-saving kitchen hacks, and say goodbye to kitchen stress and hello to more quality time…
July 31, 2023
Yes, You Can Can! 13 Food Preservation Pointers
While many people know and understand basic freezing and dehydrating methods for preserving foods, it becomes a different story when they contemplate bottling. Food preservation is…