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    Asparagus

    By Kansas Living on August 22, 2016

    Selection  Which asparagus should you choose: pencil-thin or big and fat?  Larger asparagus spears have better flavor, due to maturity.  Still, a fatter spear can mean a tougher outer fiber.   ...

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  • Arugula Recipe

    Arugula

    By Kansas Living on August 22, 2016

    Storage  Store wrapped in paper towel in a plastic bag in the refrigerator.  Remove plastic band if applicable.   Kitchen Tip  Using a sharp chef's knife, cut a sweet potato in half lengthwise,...

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    Celebrate dairy this month

    By Kansas Living on June 7, 2016

    June is Dairy Month, which makes it a perfect time to learn more about this tasty treat. Dairy is not only yummy, it's also a powerhouse food full of nine essential nutrients, including: calcium...

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    Ice Cream in a Bag

    By Kansas Living on May 25, 2016

    Yes, the potential for a mess seems high, but you’ll be surprised at the good, “clean” fun you’ll enjoy with your students or kids when you make ice cream. Plus, the lesson possibilities for this...

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    Digging in

    By Kansas Living on May 3, 2016

    A group of bloggers and dietitians learned more about food and farming when they participated in  Farm Food Tour this week. Stops included Merck Animal Health, Monsanto and a small...

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    Where does food come from?

    By Kansas Living on October 8, 2015

    In October, seven bloggers spent three days learning more about Kansas agriculture on the #FarmFoodTour. Their goal was to get on the farm and learn directly from the people who grow our food. Below...

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  • Bell Peppers

    By Kansas Living on August 13, 2015

    Selection  Choose peppers that have deep, vivid colors, taut skin and are free of soft spots, blemishes and darkened areas. Their stems should be green and fresh looking.  Storage  Unwashed sweet...

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  • Brussels Sprouts

    By Kansas Living on August 13, 2015

    Selection Good quality Brussels sprouts are firm, compact and vivid green. They should be free of yellowed or wilted leaves and should not be puffy or soft in texture.  Storage Keep unwashed and...

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  • Kale

    By Kansas Living on August 13, 2015

    Selection Look for kale with firm, deeply colored leaves and moist hardy stems. Kale should be displayed in a cool environment since warm temperatures will cause it to wilt and will negatively...

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  • Homemade Butter in a Jar Recipe | Kansas Living

    Butter in a Jar

    By Kansas Living on August 12, 2015

    Butter is a source of vitamin A, a nutrient important for healthy skin and eyes, as well as for strong bones and teeth.  You Will Need: Heavy cream  Two jars with a lid (baby food jars work...

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