The Fourth of July is full of food, fun and fireworks. As family and friends attend gatherings and events, Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says food safety should be a top ...

Since the dawn of civilization, people have seen cooking as a form of magic - transforming raw ingredients into nourishing meals that sustain life. In our fast-paced world, it's easy to forget that ...

As you prepare for hurricane season, keep in mind the basics – food and water. A hurricane’s high winds can knock out power, even as far inland as the Triangle. So, it makes sense to have a supply of ...

Safe practices when handling and cooking food help ensure harmful bacteria do not cause illness. People should also take care when cleaning and chilling food after use. Generally, before preparing ...

A healthy diet is one mostly made up of foods high in the nutrients the body needs to function, like vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which are consistently linked to better heart function, ...

I challenged myself to spend a month only eating home-cooked food. My grocery costs didn't really go up, and I saved a lot of money by not dining out. As the month ended, I found I ate more vegetables ...