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Celebrate #NationalSoupDay by Trying a New Soup Recipe with Oysters

by Holly Abeels, Andrea Lazzari and Elizabeth Shephard
February 4, 2022

Did you know that February 4th is National Homemade Soup Day? Why not join in on this celebration by trying a new soup recipe that includes oysters. Florida oysters are available year-round.  Oyster harvest is mainly done in the cooler months ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Cooking, Family, Florida Sea Grant, Food Is Our Middle Name, NationalSoupDay, Seafood, UF IFAS Extension, UF-IFAS, Youth

Think healthy soup is boring? Not so fast!

by Brenda Marty-JimenezAvatar photo
February 4, 2022

Soup is a favorite food of many people and can be enjoyed any time of the year.  There are many options, and it can be a healthy and nutritious part of any meal. Crackers, bread sticks, croutons, and/or fresh crusty bread can be a nice compliment ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Bowl Of Soup, Carrot, Enjoy The Flavors, Facebook Fb.me/ufifasnews, Food Is Our Middle Name, Healthy And Nutritious Part Of Any Meal, Instagram.com/ufifas_solutions, Lifetime Memories, Matzo Ball Soup, Matzo Ball Soup Recipe, NationalSoupDay, Onions And Celery, Soup, Twitter @UF_IFAS

It Started with the Onion

by Carol RobertsAvatar photo
February 4, 2022

At one point in my life I made homemade soup daily. At first it was an unwelcome chore done early in the morning for our café. We no longer have the café. I miss making soup. Moreover, I miss people’s reaction to a delicious and creative ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Health & Nutrition, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Tags: Food Business, Food Is Our Middle Name, NationalSoupDay, Onions, Produce, Restauranteur, Soup, UF IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County

Soup – the Ultimate Communal Comfort Food

by Andra JohnsonAvatar photo
February 3, 2022

Friday, February 4 is National Homemade Soup Day. UF/IFAS Extension is celebrating by using social media to share recipes, cooking tips and information about soup nutrition, locally sourced meats and produce, and safe food preparation. With ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Health & Nutrition, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Tags: Florida Meat And Produce, Food, Food Is Our Middle Name, NationalSoupDay, Soup, Special Topics

Thoughts of the Heart

by Brenda Marty-JimenezAvatar photo
February 1, 2022

With Valentine’s Day approaching, photos of red hearts, heart shaped boxes of chocolates, colored candy hearts, and all types of chocolate come to mind during the month of February.  Valentine’s Day just presents us all with another choice ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: A Healthy Diet, Avoid Being Sedentary, Be Wise About Your Portion Size, Choose Healthy Fats, Choose Red, Choose Red Fruits And Vegetables, Consume Fresh Fruit, Consume Fresh Fruits And Vegetables, Dark Chocolate, Engage In Portion Control, Exercise, February, Fill Your Heart With Positivity, Follow MyPlate Guidelines, Follow The Advice Of Your Health Care Provider, Gifts Of The Heart, Heart Health, Limit Added Sugars, Physical Activity, Practice Moderation, Reach Out To Others That May Be Isolated, Red Hearts, Schedule Annual Appointments With Your Health Care Provider, Stay Hydrated, Strawberries, Strive For A Healthy Weight, Thoughts Of The Heart, US Dietary Guidelines For Americans, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day Gifts

Walk Across Wakulla with us!

by Samantha Kennedy
January 31, 2022

The second annual "Walk Across Wakulla" event officially begins on February 7, 2022. Come join us! The UF/IFAS Wakulla Extension office invites you and your family to Walk Across Wakulla with us! From February 7 until March 7, 2022, participants ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Health, Health And Wellness, Physical Activity, Walking, Wellness

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