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Let’s Kick Off Summer With Blackberries!


June 3, 2025

Blackberries are a common summer favorite, featured in some of our favorite drinks and desserts. Many of us remember picking blackberries as kids, coming home with purple faces and hands and very few berries in our buckets!  And we were right ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Blackberries, Food, Food Safetyfrozen Yogurt, Frozen, Fruit, National Frozen Yogurt Day, National Frozen Yogurt Month, Nutrition, Preserving, Smoothies
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Tomatoes: A Nutritional Powerhouse and Culinary Favorite


April 7, 2025

Tomatoes–who doesn’t love them? They have so many uses and are featured in many of our favorite foods. Whether made into a rich sauce for pasta, diced up in your favorite salsa, or sliced on a burger, tomatoes are versatile enough to be ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Bruschetta, Chicken, Food Preparation, Food Safety, National Tomato Month, Nutrition, Recipe, Tomato, Vegetable
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National Muffin Day (February 20th)– Let’s Make Them Healthier


February 18, 2025

The earliest muffins date back to English muffins, which originated in Wales. While English muffins have their fans, the American-style muffin is often sweeter and more indulgent. In fact, American muffins closely resemble cupcakes without frosting. ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Antioxidants, Bananas, Energy, Fiber, Fruits, Grilled Muffin, Minerals, Muffin, Nuts, Vegetables, Vitamins, Whole Grains

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