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A person chops a head of red cabbage.

Jun 8, 2020

Braised Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage

Several fruits and vegetables have long shelf lives so you can stock up for nutritious meals, even during a pandemic! 

A photo of hands kneading bread

Apr 23, 2020

Sourdough Bread Making

You've prepared your sourdough starter—now what? In this episode of In the Kitchen, learn how to prepare and bake a scrumptious sourdough loaf. 

Close up of hands holding a pita pocket with cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese and lettuce as the filling.

Oct 19, 2019

Rainbow Pita Pockets

Eating healthy on the go can be a snap with this quick, easy recipe for a portable, nutritious and kid-friendly snack! 

Close up of hands scooping out dried bananas, alongside glass bowls of other healthy snacks like raisins, to make a toss up snack bag.

Oct 19, 2019

Healthy Toss Up Snack for Kids

Looking for a healthy, grab-and-go snack that the kids can help with? The Toss Up Snack is a great way to make snack prep a family affair! 

An orange pumpkin on a kitchen table with a slice cut off and laying next to the pumpkin, as is a kitchen knife.

Oct 5, 2019

Quick Pumpkin Cooking Tips

Learn how to quickly and easily prep a pumpkin for cooking with a microwave, oven or crock pot. 

Male hands chopped red onion with a chef's knife on wooden table close up

Jul 12, 2019

Five Essential Knives for Every Kitchen

You only need a few knives in the drawer to be a great cook. Homegrown cuts to the chase and shares the five essential knives for every kitchen! 

Plate with kale and Napa cabbage slaw topped with grilled chicken.

May 23, 2019

Kale and Napa Cabbage Slaw

Napa cabbage paired with kale and a zesty dressing make eating the Med way easy and delicious. Watch for the recipe and learn the chiffonade slicing technique as a bonus! 

Seared salmon in a skillet

May 22, 2019

How to Cook Seared Salmon

Cooking fish may seem intimidating, but it's easier than you think to whip up a quick, healthy salmon dish. 

Hand with a knife slicing an avocado on a cutting board alongside diced cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.

Dec 12, 2018

Making a Crisp Cucumber Avocado Salad

Looking for quick and easy recipe ideas for healthy alternatives this holiday season? You’ve come to the right place - bon appétit! 

A glass bowl with sweet potato fries made using a recipe from NC State Extension's Homegrown video series.

Oct 17, 2018

Super Simple Sweet Potato Fries

"You want fries with that?" Absolutely. Discover a tasty twist on a timeless favorite using sweet potatoes and enjoy guilt-free! Disponible en español.