4-H Announcements 11/11/2022

RE-ENROLLENT ENDS NOVEMBER 20TH! Don’t miss out! Re-enroll today to continue to participate in 4-H programs and receive our updates and newsletter! Enroll at https://v2.4honline.com/ 4-H HOLIDAY COOKIE EXCHANGE ALMOST FULL! December 18th from 2-4PM at JPCC Bring 4 dozen of one type of cookie or bar to exchange. Bring 20 copies of your recipe. […]

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Plan Ahead to Avoid Thanksgiving Panic

Over the next two weeks, we’ll consider the steps in getting a Thanksgiving meal successfully (and safely) on the table.  Our first topic: Plan ahead to avoid Thanksgiving panic. The Thanksgiving holiday focuses on bringing family and friends together over a shared (or virtual) meal.  Planning ahead will help ensure an enjoyable holiday.  Tips for starting […]

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Holiday Pies

Pies are an all–time favorite dessert and a feature of our winter holiday celebrations. Cooking and storing pies safely is important because bacteria that cause foodborne illness can grow in certain pies kept at room temperature, especially when the ingredients include milk, other dairy products, and eggs.  Food Safety for Pies Containing Dairy Ingredients or Eggs If […]

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Luster dust in baked goods

Practice Food Safety with Holiday Baking

As we move into the season of holiday baking, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reminds consumers that some decorating “luster dust” has been associated with toxic metal poisonings in children. Decorating foods with luster dust or glitter is a current trend, popularized on television programs, instructional videos, blogs, and websites such as […]

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Safe Handling Practices for Wild Game Meat

As we head into the gun-deer season,  it is a good time to remember safe handling practices for wild game meat.  Families across Wisconsin depend on game meat to supplement their food budget, and safe animal and food-handling practices can help ensure that harvested meat is safe and high quality. Venison is a nutritious game […]

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Holiday food preserved gifts

Holiday Food Preserved Gifts

The holidays are a common time for food items to be used for gift exchanges. However, is this really a good idea for a gift? What should you do if you receive a home-processed food item? It is always best to err on the side of caution, even if you know the person giving the […]

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Using salt in canning

Using Salt in Home Preserved Foods

In home canning, salt is primarily for flavor in plain vegetables, tomato products, poultry, and meat. Therefore, salt can be left out of these products to reduce the sodium content. In vinegar-based pickles, salt contributes to the flavor. For fermented foods, salt is needed for safety and flavor. There are many types of salt available. […]

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4-H Announcements 10/28/2022

FINAL RE-ENROLLMENT DRAWING ENDS MONDAY NIGHT Youth newly enrolled or re-enrolled by 11:59PM on October 31st will have their name entered in a drawing for a 4-H Mini Outdoor Pack.  See attached photo!  There will be no more drawings after Monday. Enroll at https://v2.4honline.com/ NEXT EXPLORING WORKSHOP – FUN WITH FLASHLIGHTS Youth in grades 3-5 are invited to join Sarah Thompson in Fun with […]

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4-H Announcements 10/7/2022

PIZZA MAKING SOS! From the Leaders’ Association… On November 5th we are all looking forward to our fun-filled pizza making day! Kelsie Smith, our chairperson, has been in charge of the pizza making for a few years now. She has done an outstanding job!! This year, however, she will be absent on Saturday due to a […]

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