Home Economics
The Joy of Mailing Baked Goods
How can you be sure that food arrives safely during holiday shipping? The key is careful planning...
Make sure the food is frozen solid or...
Home Economics
Holiday Cookie Tips
It’s time to start planning to make holiday cookies! These special treats are a favorite in many households and make great gifts. Here are...
Home Economics
How and why to brine a turkey
Tammy Roberts, MS, RD, LD, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Bates County, University of Missouri Extension
All families have a favorite method of preparing their...
Home Economics
Holiday gifts: Homemade and mail order gifts are welcome
Candy, jellies, cookies and more—some of the best holiday gifts come from our own kitchens, or from the kitchens of local specialty food companies.
If...
Home Economics
Tips for holiday entertaining on a budget
As the holiday season approaches, many of us have holiday parties and gatherings to plan, which means we face the daunting task of keeping...
Home Economics
How to Raise Kind Children
November 13, 2015 is World Kindness Day
Encouraging kindness in children is an important responsibility for all adults who care for children. You can help...
Home Economics
Breaking the Debt Cycle
If you are in debt you are not alone. But just because you are caught in the debt cycle now doesn’t mean you have...
Home Economics
Creative Halloween costume ideas
(Family Features) Every Halloween, many people look forward to participating in “frightful” festivities, such as costume parties and contests, but often wait until the...
