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Turkey FAQ's
How do I safely thaw my turkey?
http://www.fightbac.org
Partnership for Food Safety Education
Home Canning Fruits and Tomatoes - L-2216
Preserve the natural goodness of foods and keep them from spoiling
http://www.foodsafety.gov
The Gateway to Government Food Safety Information
Freezing Fruits and Vegetables - L-2215
Freezing is a simple and fast method of home food preservation.
Safe Home Food Storage - B-5031
A guide to pantry, refrigerator and freezer storage.
Fresh Fruits - E-29
Fresh fruits are great sources of fiber and vitamins.
Basics for Handling Food Safely
Safe food shopping, storage, thawing and preparation.
Fresh Vegetables - E-28
Selecting vegetables and safe handling.

Canned and Frozen Vegetables - E-35
USDA Food Guide Pyramid suggests we eat 3 to 5 servings of vegetables a day.
http://fcs.tamu.edu
Family and Consumer Sciences website for Texas Cooperative Extension, Texas A&M University Food and Nutrition publications
Legumes - Dry Beans and Peas - E-43
Preparing, seasoning and storing legumes.
Best Buys and Unit Pricing - E-15
You can use unit prices to identify foods and other products that are the most economical for your budget.
Pickled Products - B-6085
Tasty pickled products can add spice to meals and snacks.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jerky
What is it? How can drying make meat safe? Why is it a food safety concern to dry meat without first heating it to 160 degrees F?

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