Category Archives: Fill Your Plate

Teens Going to College Soon? Teach Them To Cook!

Posted on March 9, 2022 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern     I remember when I was 18 and went grocery shopping with my mom after she helped me move into my first apartment. We got a bunch of good things, but I thought, … Continue reading →

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What’s In Season In January?

Posted on January 7, 2022 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern     What is growing in Arizona right now? We can tell you! Find these in-season fruits and vegetables at farmers markets and your local grocery stores. Click on any of the vegetables or … Continue reading →

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Helpful Hints In The Kitchen: Soups and Salads

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern     Have you ever cooked a meal with one of your parents or grandparents and they showed you a cool trick or shortcut you didn’t know before? Well today we have a whole … Continue reading →

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Perk Energy and Perk Chill: Great Coffee or Hot Cocoa Alternatives

Posted on December 13, 2021 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern     I have been looking for a good, low sugar alternative to hot cocoa, and I found it! It’s called Perk Chill (or Perk Energy for you caffeine lovers). As we’re getting into … Continue reading →

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How to Make Homemade Root Beer

Posted on November 17, 2021 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern     Have you ever tried homemade root beer? I love it! My favorite homemade root beer is from Joes Real BBQ in Gilbert, Arizona. But if you’re looking to make some homemade root … Continue reading →

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