Spoiled Food

With all the new strains of viruses and bacteria that cause the flu and colds lurking around, it makes complete sense for people to do everything they can to reduce the germs that are responsible for these easily spread illnesses. These common illnesses are spread when germs are transferred from contaminated items to the hands and... more »

If you have never tasted home canned chicken breast, you are in for a treat. It is tender, delicious, moist, and usable for many types of stews, soups, chicken salads, or hot dishes. It also makes excellent pet food. Having plenty of canned chicken in your pantry saves a trip to the store and having to pay retail for it, as well as... more »

Vinegar is a highly potent all-purpose product that is used for everything from preserving foods and meats to killing weeds and cleaning coffee pots. Apple cider vinegar is a fermented product made from pulverized apples that first ferment into alcohol and then into vinegar. The end result is a "sour wine" that is beneficial to... more »

With the abundance of different foods now available throughout the world, it might not always be easy to determine which ones should be refrigerated. Although there isn't a definitive list available, the general answer is that just about any perishable or fresh foods should be stored in the refrigerator. more »

Celebrity Chef Rachael Ray advises home cooks to keep a well-stocked pantry, but you're your ingredients won't be recipe ready if they're spoiled. Food spoilage not only affects the taste, texture and nutritional value of food, it can also pose a serious health risk. Read on to learn strategies to preserve food properly to reduce waste. more »