Wharton County FCS - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

Wharton County FCS - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Helping Texans better their lives.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service provides programs, tools, and resources that teach people how to improve agriculture and food production, advance health practices, protect the environment, strengthen our communities, and enrich youth.

01/09/2026

Slow cookers are the ultimate tool for low-stress meals. They let you start dinner early in the day and forget about it until it’s ready to serve—no last-minute rush, no stress.

One of the best features of slow cooking is its ability to maintain a safe cooking temperature while keeping food warm without constant attention. But here’s the catch: your slow cooker needs to perform within that safe range.

How do you know if yours does?

The only way to be sure is to test it. Regular testing ensures your slow cooker is safely cooking your food and keeping it at the right temperature.

https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/slow-cooker-safety/


12/24/2025

For the final day of 12 Days of Food Safety, we wanted to remind you that even though the holiday feast may be over, the leftovers are just getting started! Make sure to follow these food safety tips to keep your leftovers safe!

12/23/2025

Homemade eggnog can be one of the sweetest holiday traditions, especially if it's made safely. Day 11 of 12 Days of Food Safety is a reminder to keep bacteria from joining the holiday celebrations by following these food safety tips when preparing eggnog!

12/22/2025

It's Day 10 of 12 Days of Food Safety, and we know the cookie dough is super tempting, but raw flour and eggs may not play nice with the holiday happiness. Make sure to wait until all your sweet treats are thoroughly cooked through before serving them!

12/21/2025

Baking is in full swing this holiday season! For Day 9 of 12 Days of Food Safety, make sure to follow these food safety tips to ensure your desserts are safe to serve. Sweet treats are sweeter when they're safe!

12/20/2025

Day 8 of 12 Days of Food Safety focuses on the risks that come with some traditional holiday meals. "Tiger Meat", also known as steak tartare, can expose you or your guests to harmful bacteria because the meat is uncooked. Let's put safety first and choose fully cooked appetizers and entrees!

12/19/2025

Day 7 of 12 Days of Food Safety is focused on keeping the holiday table merry and mindful! Once your feast is ready, keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold. Serving food safely keeps every bite joyful and worry-free!

12/18/2025

It's Day 6 of 12 Days of Food Safety, and we wanted to remind you that before slicing, dicing, or roasting, be sure to wash all your produce! A quick wash helps remove dirt and germs so your holiday dishes stay fresh and safe.

12/17/2025

Email from Healthy Texas Get our tips on how to keep your holiday meals safe this season! RECIPES, EVENTS & MORE Connect with us on social media Charcuterie Boards are very on-trend right now

12/17/2025

On Day 5 of 12 Days of Food Safety, we're showing some love to the MVP of food safety: handwashing! Remember, a quick trip to the sink can prevent harmful bacteria from spreading through the kitchen. Keep your hands clean and keep germs out of your recipes this holiday season!

12/16/2025

For Day 4 of 12 Days of Food Safety, we're casting a line into the seafood aisle! For anyone cooking seafood this holiday season, make sure to check out these food safety tips to ensure you purchase the freshest catch of the day. These tips will keep your holiday meals joyful and safe from the start!

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