Strengthening Oklahoma Families

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1 Strengthening Oklahoma Families Sequoyah County 120 E. Chickasaw, Suite 107 Sallisaw, OK August 2013 Inside this issue: Food Safety Foods that Invite/Fight Stress Did You Know?? Sequoyah Co. Free Fair OHCE Dates to Remember OHCE Shout Out Recipe Food safety is important when it comes to packing Just a few short weeks ago Oklahoma children were celebrating the end of another school year. Fast forward to now and those same children already are seeing back-to-school items in their local retail stores. While the temperatures are still very summery, it is time once again to get serious about learning. In addition to learning, the school lunch also is an important aspect of every child s school day, said Barbara Brown, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension food safety specialist. The food your children eat at lunch is what provides them with the fuel they need to complete the school day. It s important to make sure what you pack for them stays safe until lunchtime, Brown said. Be sure to follow food safety rules to help ensure your children aren t at risk for foodborne illnesses. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates about 48 million people in the United States become ill from foodborne illnesses every year. Brown said foodborne illnesses are of special concern when it comes to children. Children are more than four times more likely to become infected with a food -related bacterial infection than adults ages 20 to 49. An improperly refrigerated sack lunch can be the cause of this, along with inadequate hand washing and contaminated countertops, she said. All safety aspects must come into play when preparing foods, especially those foods going into a sack lunch for your child. The first step is to start with food that has been handled properly. Perishable food must be kept cold or frozen at the grocery store as well as at home. Foods should never be left at room temperature for more than two hours, or not more than an hour if the temperature is above 90 degrees. Brown also stressed the importance of keeping everything clean while preparing foods. Use a different cutting board for foods eaten raw and foods that will be cooked. As you pack your child s lunch, pack only enough perishable foods that can be eating at lunchtime. In addition, teach your child to throw away uneaten perishable foods, she said. This will help ensure there are no worries about storage or safety of the leftovers. Nonperishable foods such as crackers or fresh fruits can be used as an after school snack without any worries. Insulated, soft-sided lunch boxes are the best options for keeping foods cold. For extra assurance, include a frozen ice pack or even a frozen juice box. Hot foods should be packed in an insulated container. To help maintain heat, fill the container with boiling water and let it stand five minutes. Empty the container and then put in the thoroughly heated food. Tell your child to keep the lid tightly closed until lunchtime. Following just a few easy steps will increase the safety of the nutritious lunch your child will enjoy at school, Brown said. Oklahoma State University, U. S. Department of Agriculture, State and Local governments cooperating. Oklahoma State University in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.

2 Invite Stress? Fight Stress? Foods that Invite Stress: Foods that Fight Stress: Sugary Desserts Fried Anything Full-Fat Cheeses Whole Milk Dark-Meat Poultry Fatty Red Meats White Rice White Potatoes White Bread Salt Candy Soda and Alcohol Fresh Fruit Fresh Vegetables Reduced-Fat Cheeses Reduced-Fat Milk White-Meat Poultry Fresh fish & Shellfish Brown Rice Sweet Potatoes Wheat/Grain Bread Pepper Popcorn Water

3 2013 Sequoyah County Free Fair September 5th-7th Thursday, September 5th 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Non-Perishable Friday, September 6th 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Perishable Items Judging will start at approximately 9:30 on Friday. Indoor exhibits will be available for public viewing from 1-4 p.m. on Friday and 9-12p.m. on Saturday. All entries need to be picked up by 1p.m. on Saturday. Stop by the Extension Office for fair books, tags, and entry sheets! I need volunteers to assist with check in, judges, attaching ribbons and displaying items on both of the above dates and times. Please call Extension Office to sign up!! I would love to see an OHCE Display board at the fair this year. I have ask all the 4-H Clubs to do one also. This can be a simple board with pictures, brochures, and contact information. Hopefully we can spread the word about the great things OHCE does for the county!!

4 Did You Know?? Mouth on Fire? If you have bitten into a food that s super-hot like a jalapeño or curry and your mouth feels like its burning, don t reach for a glass of water, which will spread the heat around. Here s what to do instead. Soothe your burning tongue and mouth with a bite of yogurt or ice cream or cucumber. If these are not handy, try a piece of bread, chocolate or a sip of alcohol. Cleaning Stainless-steel Flatware... Does your stainless-steel flatware look dull? Try this cheap home remedy to bring back a shiny look. Put the dull stainless-steel flatware knives, forks and spoons with lemon peel. Spread the eating utensils in a pan and cover completely with club soda. Let them rest until the fizz disappears. Rinse and dry. Using Honey... Here are 2 recipes for using your favorite honey that you may not have tried. These are quick and easy. Blend honey with apple cider and rub over a leg of lamb and then cook. Spread lightly buttered toast with fresh ricotta cheese and spoon a dose of honey on top for sweet breakfast treat. Things to Consider... Quilt Show Quilt Extravaganza Craft we can take to share. Last year: Felt Sewing Kit for purse Officer Elections-quickly approaching OHCE member dues-quickly approaching

5 OHCE Dates to Remember... August 8th OHCE Meeting 10 a.m. Ext Building August 27th OHCE Leader Lesson: Modifying Recipes 10 a.m. Sallisaw Ext. Building September 5th 7th Sequoyah County Free Fair September 12th County Council 10 a.m. September 17th OHCE Leader Lesson: Family Heritage Cookbooks 10 a.m. Stilwell OHCE SHOUT OUT! Thank you to Pat Taylor and Diane Hine for teaching and assisting at the 4- H Sewing Camp! Congratulations Sequoyah County OHCE!! 1st Place State Award Book Leadership Development and 3rd Place State Award Book Cultural Enrichment Members who attended the State OHCE meeting: Margie Lee, Karen Robbins, Martha Taylor, Mildred Taylor and Pat Taylor! Mildred receiving award for 1st place Leadership Development! Ladies enjoying the banquet and music! Pat receiving award for 3rd Place Cultural Enrichment!

6 This Newsletter is published by: Sequoyah County Cooperative Extension Service. This newsletter is one way of Communicating Educational Information to the interested citizens of Sequoyah County. The information given herein is for Educational purposes only. Reference Commercial products or trade names is made with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement by the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service is implied. Editor, Barbie Weaver Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director of Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma. This publication is printed and issued by Oklahoma State University as authorized by the Vice President, Dean, and Director of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources and has been prepared and distributed at a cost of 11 cents per copy MMM good Fruit Pizza For the Cookie Crust: 1 large egg white, ¼ cup vegetable oil, cooking spray, ¼ cup brown sugar, firmly packed, 1/3 cup allpurpose flour, ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp. baking soda, 1 cup uncooked quick cooking oatmeal. For the Topping: 3 oz. fat-free cream cheese, softened, 6 oz. container nonfat vanilla yogurt, and fruit for topping. Prepare oven to 375. Beat egg white until foamy. Add oil and sugar. Beat until smooth. In small bowl stir together the flour, cinnamon and baking soda. Add to sugar mixture. Stir in oatmeal. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray. Spread the dough in a 9-inch circle. Bake about 12 minutes. Crust will begin to puff but does not look done. Remove from oven and let cool about 20 minutes. The crust continues to cook while cooling. Use a small bowl to stir together the cream cheese and yogurt until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until cool. Transfer the crust to a serving plate. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Arrange fruit on top. Cut into wedges and serve, or refrigerate up to 2 hours, covered and uncut. Sequoyah County Cooperative Extension Service Oklahoma State University 120 E. Chickasaw, Suite 107 Sallisaw, OK 74955