Some ways of cooking are better than others for cutting saturated fat, trans fat, sodium, added sugars and calories. At the same time, you want to maximize your nutritional benefits.

The keys to basic food safety are cooking it to the right temperature and handling it properly. Follow these guidelines to keep you, your family, and your guests safe.

Knowing a little about cooking methods goes a long way. The healthiest way to prepare our food is by using little or no fat and adding flavor without too much salt or sugar. Cooking methods include …

Healthful and great-tasting food preparation can be overwhelming if you are new to cooking or need a refresher. The Cooking Basics fact sheets will help you get organized and plan and prepare …

Choosing the correct cooking method for the ingredients you are using is MUCH more important than finding the right recipe. Recipes only tell you WHAT to cook, and most often neglect informing you …

KEY POINTS • Fry - a method of cooking that uses significant amounts of oil, butter, or other fats. • Sauté - a method of cooking in a large pan that involves moving the food around quickly so that it …

Introduce the idea that all cooking techniques fall into a few categories: dry, moist, combination, and microwave cooking. Display individual images of cooking techniques.