by webgeek | Feb 5, 2020 | Blog
By Jenifer Hamel, CM AmeriCorps Direct Member As an AmeriCorps member with the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance, I’m tasked with teaching classes on how to cook and shop for healthy foods on a budget, and I recently completed my first course at Phoenix...
by webgeek | Feb 5, 2020 | Blog
Cooking Matters was awarded a Community Grant from the Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation, which seeks to improve access to oral health care in underserved areas by funding initiatives that provide preventative services or treatment for individuals of all ages,...
by webgeek | Feb 5, 2020 | Blog
You may have already started noticing some changes to the Nutrition Facts label on some products in the grocery store. This long-awaited update makes some much-needed improvements to the food label, making it more relevant and useful for consumers. The changes are...
by webgeek | Nov 20, 2019 | Blog
Did you know turnip greens are a superfood? They are a fantastic source of vitamins K, A, and B. They are great for your skin and hair and could lower your risk of heart disease and stroke. In Arkansas, we typically cook these greens with salt and grease, and although...
by webgeek | Oct 28, 2019 | Blog
Did you know that American households produce more food waste than compared to farmers and food processors combined? The USDA estimates 133 billion pounds worth of household food waste and $161 billion in food waste costs. Food waste in landfills creates methane, a...
by webgeek | Oct 28, 2019 | Blog
Don’t know what to do with your winter squash? Try this savory recipe with basic ingredients you might already have in your pantry. Acorn squash is available year-round; however, its peak season is early fall and winter. For the best selection, look for a good balance...
