Frequently Asked Questions
Question
Q
Do I need to use soap and water to clean fresh fruits and vegetables?
Answer(s)
A
Rinse fruits and vegetables in clean running water. Soap is not necessary and may not be desirable.
Other Questions In This Topic
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- How do I keep my family from getting sick from food poisoning?
- I have a recipe for chili sauce that has tomatoes, onion, sugar, and spices. After it has cooked down, I just put it in hot jars and put the canning lids on. Is that okay, or do I need to process in a boiling water bath?
- What happens if you make and use a product that had weevils? Will you get sick?
- I am making candy and it isn't working. I heard you need to make an altitude adjustment to your thermometer, how do I do that?
- How do you read the code on canned goods to determine the expiration date?
- Can a Person safely eat the head of any venomous snake? If not, why?
- Do you have tips on how I can use cranberries during the holidays?
Note: These questions are a portion of the questions available at the master page.
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