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Tomorrow night (5/18) at 5 pm in the #VirtualTeach

Tomorrow night (5/18) at 5 pm in the #VirtualTeachingKitchen we'll be making two recipes from our Middle Eastern Mezze Platter: Kofta Kebabs and Tabbouleh. And don't forget the Spiced Yogurt Dipping Sauce!
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Link in bio to register today! We'll send you a list of ingredients and equipment needed to cook along.
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Class is donation based, and any amount helps us continue to provide culinary nutrition education like this workshop. Any donation is appreciated and we thank you for your support!

Water doesn't have to be boring! There are plenty

Water doesn't have to be boring! There are plenty of ways to entice everyone in the family to stay hydrated throughout the day.
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We’ve talked about infusing water with fruit and herbs for some added flavor. Or you could try an Agua Fresca for change! Check out this Strawberry Mango Agua Fresca from our EAT360 team 🍓🥭 Swipe for the recipe!
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Fruits and vegetables that are high in water content are also great ways to snack and stay cool. Some veggies like cucumber, zucchini, celery, and tomatoes and most hydrating; or opt for fruits like watermelon, cantaloupe, strawberries, blueberries, and grapefruit.
#HealthyHydrationHabits

Please join us in welcoming Yvonne Osirim, Executi

Please join us in welcoming Yvonne Osirim, Executive Director, Human Health Commercial Development at Merck to our Board of Directors.
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Link in bio to get to know Yvonne a little more!

This week as we continue to pack our picnic basket

This week as we continue to pack our picnic baskets, we're talking all about picnic beverages! 🍋
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Infused waters make for a refreshing, sugar-free, alternative to soft drinks and juices. And it's a delicious way to stay hydrated as the weather heats up.
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Our Mobile Teaching Kitchen Program Manager, Amelia likes to infuse sparkling water with pineapple, cilantro, and lime. She says, "I love using fresh herbs that compliment fruit in my water, plus I am a sparkling water fanatic but this would be just as delicious in still water! These flavors make for a yummy drink thats perfect for spring and summer."
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Do you have a favorite infused water combination? Swipe for some creative ideas from @healthy.family.project
#HealthyHydrationHabits

Need some inspiration on what to pack in your picn

Need some inspiration on what to pack in your picnic basket?
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Salsas and Salads are delicious, nutritious, and easy dishes to package up safely for outdoor eating.
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Any corn any way (fresh, frozen, or canned) is the star in our bright and herby Charred Corn Salsa. This recipe is inspired by the popular Mexican snack, esquites, often sold from street stalls. The name is derived from the Nahuatl word ízquitl, which means "toasted corn." It’s perfect as a dip, topping for tacos, or even so good you’ll want to eat it by the spoonful.
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Our Chili Lime Fruit Salad is the perfect balance of sweet and heat. Juicy chunks of pineapple, watermelon, and mango are matched with the zest of lime and zing of chili powder. Great for a refreshing dessert or side!
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Let us know in the comments what your favorite thing to pack for a picnic is! 🧺

It’s that time of year again; picnic season! 🧺☀️
The weather is warmer, things are feeling bit brighter, and we're all ready to get outside!
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StateFoodSafety has put together 5 'Food Safety Necessities for Every Picnic' to help you remember food safety tips you won’t want to forget when you take your meals out of your kitchen and into the great outdoors.
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Whether at the park, the beach, or your own backyard with friends or family, don’t forget food safety along the way!
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1. Soap or Hand Sanitizer🧴🧼
Wash with soap and water before and after handling foods, especially raw meats. Be sure to follow the proper steps of handwashing for 20 seconds. If soap and water are unavailable, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
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2. Multiple Dishes & Utensils 🍽
After putting raw meats on the grill, switch to clean plates and utensils. Switching plates and utensils avoids cross-contamination between raw food and cooked food. Switching throughout the meal also helps avoid cross-contamination between foods that have been sitting out in the temperature danger zone (41°F – 135°F) too long and freshly cooked or cooled food.
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3. Insulated Cooler with Ice 🧊
Cold foods should be held at 41°F or colder. Holding food at 41°F or colder helps avoid the temperature danger zone and the growth of bacteria. Separate coolers should be used to store ready-to-eat foods (like fruit) away from raw meats. This will help to prevent spreading germs or pathogens.
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4. Food Thermometer🌡
Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of the food you cook. Some important cooking temperatures to remember: steak to 145°F, hamburger to 155°F, and chicken to 165°F. Cooking food to the right temperature is essential for food safety.
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5. Garbage Bags 🗑
When in doubt, throw it out! After four hours, all uneaten, perishable food must be discarded. The FDA advises to only leave food out without heating or cooling for two hours.

Sowing Seeds! 🌱🌼🥕🍅 • Last week Shann

Sowing Seeds! 🌱🌼🥕🍅
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Last week Shannon, Tara, and Taylor hosted our EAT360 team’s first ever 'Sowing Seeds' gardening workshops at our partner schools, Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School and Ziegler Elementary School. Check out a few pics from these awesome events.
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"Herbs and spices are a great way to add flavor to your recipes and dishes without added sodium and sugar. Try growing your own fresh herbs to save money and give your meals a flavor boost! If you don't have an herb garden, dried herbs work just as well in almost all recipes." Source: SNAP-Ed Connection U.S. Department of Agriculture
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Check out more info. on growing and seasoning dishes with herbs by visiting snaped.fns.usda.gov/seasonal-produce-guide/herbs
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#SNAPEd #SowingSeeds #HerbGardening

Our month of eating the rainbow is coming to an en

Our month of eating the rainbow is coming to an end, and this final week we are celebrating all the bright and beautiful things about yellow-orange foods.
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Tara B., our in house Nutritionist, explains that carotenoids such as lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta-carotene give yellow and orange fruits and vegetables their visual appeal. Interestingly, these phytonutrients also aid our vision by promoting eye health!
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Lutein and zeaxanthin are well known for protecting against age-related eye diseases, such as macular degeneration and cataracts. Beta-carotene can be converted to vitamin A in our bodies, which acts as an antioxidant and helps with vision, immunity, skin health, and bone health.
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Now that we know yellow-orange foods are good for eye health. Looking for a spin on a classic, cheesy, orange-y, macaroni? Check out the recipe for our Butternut Squash Mac N’ Cheese by visiting vetricommunity.org/recipes
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And if you need a refresh on how to safely cut into a Butternut squash ➡️ swipe to see our step by step instructions. #EatingARainbow