Alamance Extension Eats

12/21/2025

: The 2-Hour Rule for Holiday Leftovers! Don't let foodborne illness ruin your holiday cheer. NC Extension reminds you of the crucial "Chill" step: Perishable foods (like cooked meat, creamy casseroles, or cut fruit) must be refrigerated within 2 hours of serving! Use shallow containers to help food cool quickly below the "Danger Zone" (41–135°F). Remember the 4 C's: handwashing/sanitizing (Clean), preventing cross-contamination (Separate), cooking to proper temperatures (Cook), and keeping foods cold (Chill)!

12/07/2025

AlamanceExtensionEats: Power Up with Pecans! Did you know December is peak season for North Carolina pecans? This native superfood is packed with heart-healthy fats, fiber, calcium, and magnesium. Add some crunch to your holiday baking. Pecans taste great in cakes, muffins, sweet breads, and pancakes, or try this brittle recipe to make tasty homemade gifts! https://www.ncpecangrowers.com/recipes/pecan-brittle

06/04/2025

Are you a local farmer looking for a new farmers market to sell at?

Love our local farmers and what they bring the our Farmers Market❤

05/27/2025

Learn how to make quick pickles in our fun event "Introduction to Pickling" on June 7th at 3:00 p.m.!

04/01/2025

Are you a food service manager or part of the supervisory staff for a restaurant, hospital, nursing home, or school? Join us for our next comprehensive program to earn a Safe Plates Certification!

Register by April 1st by scanning the QR code or by visiting :

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/safe-plates-food-safety-manager-certification-course-tickets-1047125529647?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&fbclid=IwY2xjawJHnTpleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHaUe1a0nad6LcRuZqjve4BoLrUk73bVcn3M_zIgUkxIv4TLIUcdHTzTxmQ_aem_i2XQSrvBzJcc6BRaFyYuJQ

03/12/2025

Our traditions and memories factor into our relationships with food, which can impact our overall health. Join us to learn how traditions influence the foods we eat, the foods we eat also affect our health.

03/12/2025

As we shared last week, National Nutrition Month began on March 1, 2025! Aligned with this year’s theme of “Food Connects Us” the message for the second week of March is “Connect with a Nutrition Expert”. The important points of this weekly message from the Academy of Nutrition and Dieteti...

03/05/2025

Find meal planning tips on our website under the "Blogs & Recipes" tab as well as some local resources that can help you with your food budget. For any questions about SNAP, visit our "Contact Us" page to reach out to our team. 🔗 in our bio.

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Encuentre consejos para planificar comidas en nuestro sitio web, en la página "Blogs y recetas," y también algunos recursos locales que pueden ayudarle con su presupuesto de alimentos. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre SNAP, visite nuestra página "Contáctenos" para comunicarse con nuestro equipo. 🔗 en nuestra biografía.

03/05/2025

We had so much fun doing a local foods cook-off at this session at the 2025 Family and Consumer Sciences Institute at North Carolina State University! Feel free to try or modify our recipe with ingredients from your local farm or market.

02/03/2025

Join us for the 2025 FFIG Market in Graham on Wednesdays 3-6pm, May 7-August 27 ! Now accepting vendor applications. For info and applications email us at [email protected]

12/23/2024

Enjoy the Holidays While Nurturing Your Body and Mind

Holiday treats calling your name? From peppermint candies to cheesy casseroles, it’s the season for indulgence. But how do you balance joyfully partaking without guilt or discomfort?

UNC Health experts share 7 mindful eating tips to help you savor every bite while taking care of your physical and mental well-being. Learn how to enjoy holiday meals, stay mindful, and create strategies for gatherings—all while setting a positive example for others.

Embrace food, family, and the festive spirit without judgment. Check out the full article here: uncnri.org/news

11/22/2024

Cooking a turkey this year? Deciding how long to defrost? Wondering if you should wash the turkey first? Thinking about holiday leftovers? Here are some tips from the USDA for a safe and healthy meal.