Nutrition, food safety, and health resources from CSU Extension
To Salt or Not to Salt Cooking recommendations vary regarding the addition of salt when pre-soaking beans before cooking. A state-wide team from Colorado State University Extension tested a new 12-24 hour salted water pre-soak method using electric pressure cookers at a variety of locations and elevations and found the […]
The electric pressure cooker and the slow cooker may look alike, but they function very differently. The name of each appliance says it all — slow-cooked food takes hours, while the electric pressure cooker prepares food quickly. When you’re converting a slow-cooker recipe to an electric pressure cooker, keep the […]
General Recommendations Always read the owner’s manual for your unit before operating. Buy extra sealing rings, as you may want to use one ring for savory foods and another for sweet foods. Strong odors from onion, garlic or spices can be difficult, if not impossible, to remove. Empty and wash […]
