The Cascadia Earthquake, when it occurs, will cripple western Oregon's communications and infrastructure. These tips will help residents manage through what could be months of no electricity and other modern ...
Extra precautions must be taken when preparing food for people who are at a higher risk of becoming ill from foodborne illness. Those include the very young, the very old, pregnant women and the chronically ill.
Did your homemade pickles not turn out as you expected? Are your pickles hollow, off-color, shriveled, or soft and slippery? Here's a look at common pickling problems, their probable causes and how to fix them.
Food poisoning is a common cause of illness and is often mistaken for the 24-hour flu. It has many causes with symptoms lasting for a day or a week or more. Here's a primer on food poisoning and how to avoid it.
Any home gardener who has planted summer squash such as zucchini knows that harvests can be prodigious. Although not suitable for canning by themselves, there are several ways to preserve summer squash for later use.
Freezer failure can mean the loss of a large investment in food, time and money. Here's a guide to being prepared for freezer failure, what to do if it happens, and which foods you can save and which you should toss.