Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Wine Tasting Event: December 6th @ 5PM



KDDA is excited to host this Wine Tasting event featuring, Dr. Carol Costello, UT Culinary Institute Wine and Beer Program Director.

The event is open to the public so please feel free to bring spouses, friends, and colleagues. All attendees must be 21 years or older.

The event is $20 per person and covers several wines and heavy appetizers. KDDA is now accepting payment via PayPal. Personal checks will also be accepted at the door.

Please join us as we wrap up a very successful 2011!

Cheers!

For more information, please email us at kddacookoff@gmail.com.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Thawing Your Thanksgiving Turkey

Thanksgiving traditions have been passed down for years and most of them include preparing a turkey big enough for everyone to eat. The main problem we face in preparation for our holiday dinner is how to thaw the turkey.
There are only three ways to thaw your turkey to avoid foodborne illness:

  • Refrigerator. Allow about one day for every four to five pounds of turkey.
  • Microwave. Check your owner's manual for the proper settings to microwave your turkey by size. Cook immediately after thawing.
  • Sink. Thaw in cold water for about 30 minutes for per pound for the whole turkey, and change the water every 30 minutes.


For more information on how to keep your family safe from foodborne illness, visit HomeFoodSafety.org.

Information from American Dietetic Association's Tip of the Day

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Food Drive to benefit Food in the Fort

If you are on campus and would like to donate, please do so before Wednesday, November 23rd!

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Clean Your Refrigerator Day

You probably clean your home regularly, but do you regularly clean your refrigerator as well? Leftovers and spoiled food can cause a contaminated refrigerator and create a breeding zone for harmful bacteria that cause foodborne illness.


Remember to:
  • Create a refrigerator cleaning schedule for your fridge at home.
  • Place meats on the bottom shelf so juices don't spill onto produce or other ready-to-eat foods.
  • Place labels on leftovers so you know when they will spoil.

And don't forget your refrigerator at work!

For more information on how to keep your workplace germ-free visit the American Dietetic Association's Desk Top Dining Tips. For more home food safety information, visit HomeFoodSafety.org.

Information from American Dietetic Association's Tip of the Day

Friday, November 4, 2011

Free Community Event: Cracking the Hunger Code

Do you want to learn more about disordered eating?
Check out this free community event next Tuesday, November 8th @ 6PM!
The event will be on UT's Campus at the University Center.
Door prizes will be available!