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Improperly handled fruits and veggies can leave your family in a pickle. Learn how to pick, wash, store, and prep fresh produce that's fun, and flavorful without turning your family green!
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Is It Safe To Eat Grape Seeds?

Is It Safe To Eat Grape Seeds?

You reach for a plump, juicy grape, relishing the burst of sweetness as you bite in—only to be surprised by the crunch of a seed. It’s a familiar experience for [...]
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How to Freeze Zucchini

Now, zucchini is one of those versatile veggies that can sneak its way into almost any dish, from stir-fries to muffins. But when you’ve got more zucchini than you can [...]
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Can You Eat Acorn Squash Skin?

Today, we’re talking about a fall favorite that often sparks a bit of debate at the dinner table – acorn [...]

How to Freeze Garlic

First things first, let’s talk about why you might want to freeze garlic. Fresh garlic has a limited shelf life, [...]

How to Freeze Okra

Freezing okra is a fantastic way to preserve its freshness and ensure you’ve always got some on hand for your [...]

How to Freeze Blueberries

Freezing blueberries is a fantastic way to extend their shelf life while preserving their taste and nutritional value. And let’s [...]

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Can You Eat Skin on Sweet Potato?

“It’s just a potato, what’s the big deal?” But as with anything in the realm of culinary delights, there’s more than meets the eye—or in this case, the taste buds. So, let’s dig into the world of sweet potatoes and find out if their skins are not only safe to [...]

Can You Eat Papaya Seeds Raw?

The Food Safety Dad here, ready to slice into another juicy topic. Today, we’re taking a tropical twist and asking a question that might tickle the taste buds of the curious foodies out there: Can you eat papaya seeds raw? Now, I know what you might be thinking – aren’t [...]

How Long Do Blueberries Last in the Fridge?

I know how delightful it is to have a bowl full of fresh, juicy blueberries on hand, whether you’re tossing them into your morning oatmeal, blending them into smoothies, or just snacking on them straight from the fridge – in fact – I love some in my morning porridge (when [...]

How to Freeze Squash

We’re talking squash – a versatile, nutritious, and utterly delicious veggie that many of us love to grow in our gardens or pick up at the local farmer’s market. But let’s face it, when squash season hits, it hits hard. One day you’re looking at a couple of zucchinis, and [...]
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