Last month I shared Six Tips for Reducing Food Waste. I would like to continue on the theme of reducing food waste by talking more specifically about ways to use food scraps effectively to prevent them from ending up in the landfill. As I ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeFood waste is a huge problem here in the United States. Here are a few incredible facts: Food is the most common solid source of waste in American landfills. Anywhere from 25-40% of food grown, processed, and transported in the US will never ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences It's officially hurricane season here in Florida and that means it's time to review and rebuild your disaster kit. Take some time to go through your kit ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Do you love chicken fried rice? Make your own! This simple recipe is quick and delicious and can be on the table in no time with just a few ingredients. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or Sesame oil 3 cups cooked brown rice ½ ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeThis week's simple meal? Potato pancakes! With just a few basic ingredients, you can easily whip up a batch of hearty and flavorful potato pancakes for a quick and delicious meal or side dish the whole family will enjoy. Ingredients you ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeWelcome to Project Pantry! Right now in Florida, we are currently under an official stay at home order due to the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The announcement of this order inspired many people to rush back out to the supermarkets ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
I recently bought some new shirts and last night, before washing them for the first time, I took a peek at their care instructions. I always do this prior to laundering anything new so I do not do anything that can harm my new duds. Proper laundry ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences Christmas morning can be a time of joy and excitement for many of us as we spend time with family and friends, exchange gifts, share a meal, watch Christmas ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeArticle and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences One of the most iconic symbols of the holidays here in Wakulla County and around the world is the Christmas tree. Each year, millions of people set up and ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Article and audio introduction by Samantha Kennedy, Family and Consumer Sciences If you are anything like me, kitchen cleanliness is very important. Everything is tidy and in its place, there is no expired food in the pantry or refrigerator, ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life