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High Elevation Food Preparation Guide

July 27, 2023

Newcomers to Colorado or those traveling to the mountains are often surprised when their favorite recipes at sea level fail to produce expected results when made at higher elevations. At heights 3,000 feet above sea level and higher, preparation of food may require changes in time, temperature and/or ingredients due […]

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Colorado Rhubarb

April 2, 2021

Rhubarb is a member of the buckwheat family (Polygonaceae). The stalks are extremely tart with a texture similar to celery. Rhubarb is technically a vegetable, even though it is most commonly prepared like a fruit in sweetened desserts. To some, it is even known by its nickname, ‘pie plant.’ Rhubarb’s […]

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Common Electric Pressure Cooking Mistakes

November 14, 2020

Cook with confidence using your electric pressure cooker by avoiding thefollowing common mistakes: Not adding enough liquid. One-half cup liquid is the minimum amount needed. Without liquid, the cooker cannot make steam and without steam, cooking will be uneven. It also increases the risk of a burn error or the […]