http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification 720 https://escholarship.org/uc/anrcs_homesafety/rss Recent eScholarship items from Home Food Preservation and Food Safety Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:26:52 +0000 https://escholarship.org/uc/item/2wc7s0q1 This guide provides urban food producers in California with an overview of Federal and California food safety laws and regulations that may impact their operations. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/2wc7s0q1 Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 Sowerwine, Jennifer Oatfield, Christina Bennaton, Rob Piers, Alda Surls, Rachel Borel, Valerie Biscaro, Andre https://escholarship.org/uc/item/4x5675xd Steam canning, or atmospheric steam canning, can be a safe as well as energy efficient method for home preservation of most high-acid foods. This leaflet explains the differences between steam canners and boiling water canners and explains how to use a steam canner safely. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/4x5675xd Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 Harris, Linda J Soule, Katherine E https://escholarship.org/uc/item/9gh0624q Safety tips for handling fresh oranges along with methods to freeze and can. The canning instructions include tables of recommended syrups and recommended processing times for various altitudes. Includes instructions for drying orange peel in a dehydrator and a recipe for a Citrus Marmalade made with oranges and lemons. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/9gh0624q Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Snart, Jennifer E Arpaia, Mary Lu Harris, Linda J https://escholarship.org/uc/item/8sj013nn How to keep food-poisoning bacteria out of your kitchen and off your plate. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/8sj013nn Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Bruhn, Christine Li-Cohen, Amy Harris, Linda J Spitler-Kashuba, Anne https://escholarship.org/uc/item/8m47003z From freezing to drying, learn safe ways to store garlic from your garden using this handy publication. Also contains tips on harvesting and storage as well as what to look for when choosing garlic from the store. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/8m47003z Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Harris, Linda J https://escholarship.org/uc/item/8d6556z1 How to recognize freshness and quality in the eggs you buy for your home and family. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/8d6556z1 Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Bradley, Francine A King, Annie J https://escholarship.org/uc/item/7qm2f7m7 This guide includes safety tips for preserving peppers along with recommended methods for storing, freezing, drying, pickling, and canning. Also includes seven recipes for pickled peppers, salsa, jellies, and relishes. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/7qm2f7m7 Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Harris, Linda J https://escholarship.org/uc/item/7hv9t1r5 The quality and quantity of your home orchard's nut crop depend on the harvesting, handling, and storage methods that you use. This publication offers some handy advice for almonds, walnuts, pecans, pistachos, and chestnuts. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/7hv9t1r5 Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Perry, Ed Sibbett, G Steven https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6jg0d368 For almonds, chestnuts, pecans, pistachios and walnuts. Nuts are delicious and good for you, and many Californians can grow them at home. Here are some simple harvest, handling and storage tips you can follow to get the most out of your home nut orchard. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/6jg0d368 Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Perry, Ed Harris, Linda J Giovanni, Maria Metz, Diane Bruhn, Christine https://escholarship.org/uc/item/5tn0z6cs ¿Cómo se mejora la seguridad de los alimentos con la irradiación? ¿Es seguro comer alimentos irradiados? Esta publicación gratuita ofrece respuestas sobre preocupaciones básicas en relación a esta tecnología nueva. En Espanol (also available in English as <i>Frequently Asked Questions about Food Irradiation</i>). How does food irradiation improve food safety? Is irradiated food safe to eat? This free publication offers answers on basic concerns regarding this new technology. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/5tn0z6cs Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Bruhn, Christine M, Ph.D Garaiz, Daniela https://escholarship.org/uc/item/5th2z3qh How does food irradiation improve food safety? Is irradiated food safe to eat? This free publication offers answers on basic concerns regarding this new technology. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/5th2z3qh Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Bruhn, Christine https://escholarship.org/uc/item/5pw3p4tq Strawberries are a seasonal delight in California and they add a healthy component to a well-balanced diet. Learn how to get the most out of the strawberries you buy at market or from a You-Pick farm or grow in your own garden. Includes recipes for Strawberry Jelly, Strawberry Freezer Jam, and Strawberry-Kiwi Freezer Jam. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/5pw3p4tq Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Harris, Linda J Mitcham, Elizabeth https://escholarship.org/uc/item/5k98k20h Includes tips on selecting cantaloupe from your garden or the grocery store as well as storing, safe handling, and freezing and drying. Also includes a recipe for Cantaloupe-Peach Conserve. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/5k98k20h Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Parnell, Tracy L Suslow, Trevor Harris, Linda J https://escholarship.org/uc/item/55d9628m The health benefits of olive oil are also bringing olives into the spotlight. From water-cured Kalamata style to Greek style olives in brine, you'll learn how to make your own delicious olives at home using water, salt, oil, or lye curing methods. This handy publication also covers tips on selecting and storing fresh olives as well as the safe handling of lye. Note that this updated publication replaces <b>ABC's of Home-Cured, Green-Ripe Olives</b> and <b>Home Pickling of Olives.</b> https://escholarship.org/uc/item/55d9628m Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Yada, Sylvia Harris, Linda J York, George Vaughn, Reese https://escholarship.org/uc/item/4x75647k All Californians now and then experience random, unplanned power outages or blackouts. Learn how to keep fresh and frozen foods safe in power outages of 2 hours or less and how to plan in advance for rolling blackouts. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/4x75647k Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Harris, Linda J https://escholarship.org/uc/item/4d01n10p Apples are generally abundant and inexpensive, and they add a healthy component to a well-balanced diet. Learn how to get the most out of the apples you buy at market or from a U-Pick farm or grow in your own garden. Contains detailed instructions for freezing, drying and canning, including recipes for Applesauce, Apple Butter, Apple Chutney, and Sweet Apple Relish. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/4d01n10p Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Harris, Linda J Yada, Sylvia Mitcham, Elizabeth https://escholarship.org/uc/item/43m3n8k7 A guide to methods and equipment for safe canning of vegetables at home. Includes an extensive table outlining preparation methods and processing times for 19 vegetables. From asparagus to squash, learn how you can save the bounty of your garden for eating year-round. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/43m3n8k7 Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Harris, Linda J https://escholarship.org/uc/item/34p1m9mw For hunters, a short, practical guide for cutting and storing venison to avoid spoilage and the potential for disease. Includes a handy two-page in-the-field reference sheet to take with you when you go hunting. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/34p1m9mw Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Bruhn, Christine M https://escholarship.org/uc/item/25h4j4p1 This guide includes advice on selecting tomatoes for the home garden as well as from the market; safety tips for handling fresh tomatoes; and recommended methods for storing, freezing, drying, and canning. Also includes recipes for Tomato-Green Chili Salsa and Tomato-Tomato Paste Salsa. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/25h4j4p1 Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Parnell, Tracy L Suslow, Trevor V Harris, Linda J https://escholarship.org/uc/item/14x4c377 How to store and preserve this popular food, while avoiding common food-safety problems. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/14x4c377 Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Harris, Linda J https://escholarship.org/uc/item/04f9p7vv Nuts are delicious and they are good for you. Here are some simple handling and storage tips you can follow to keep them good to eat and prevent rancidity or the growth of bacteria that have the potential to cause illness. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/04f9p7vv Wed, 3 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Bruhn, Christine Harris, Linda J Giovanni, Maria Metz, Diane