Production records, standardized recipes and controlled portions minimize waste and lowers food cost. Empower your staff to deliver a quality cost effective menu and meal service by establishing quality standards, conducting employee training, providing the necessary equipment and tools, and implementing a formal written production system. To consistently produce wholesome,…

The big game is coming around the corner. Many of us have been waiting for months for this one gigantic event. The food served at Super Bowl parties is often just as much fun as the game and the commercials. You just survived all the goodies during the holidays and…

When In Doubt, Throw It OutAs consultant dietitians, we are asked many questions regarding food spoilage: How long can I keep leftovers in the refrigerator? How long can I keep meat in the freezer? How can I prevent food spoilage? Don’t let spoiled food spoil your business. Read more for…

ProcurementA well planned menu and standardized recipes provide the basis for food purchasing.  However careful planning is also necessary to ensure the needed food items are available and in the appropriate quantity for food production. Remember the goal is to purchase “the right product, at the right time, in the…

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and many people are already planning their menu. Did you know the average person can eat close to 3,000 calories during the meal? Thanksgiving is one of America's favorite holidays. We love to dream about turkey, stuffing with sausage, mashed potatoes oozing with gravy,…

Many of us have preached the importance of hand washing to our children. We show them at a young age how and why to wash their hands and when they need to do it. We obsess with teaching our children to wash their hands after going to the bathroom, after…

Back to school is around the corner for many children. Back to school is an exciting time for many kids because it means a fresh start with new pencils, pens, paper and a brand new backpack. For many parents it can be the beginning of a stressful time of preparing…

By now, many of us have been enjoying the outdoors and have fired up the barbeque grill a number of times. Whether it is grilling hamburgers, chicken or pork chops, there are a few important food safety tips to remember when cooking outdoors. Don’t let the BBQ police catch you…

National Nursing Home Week spotlights nursing home residents and staff and encourages all to celebrate those that make a positive difference in their lives every day. A supportive and caring environment, such as a nursing home, provides enrichment for residents and families to continue growing, learning and teaching through…

Salmonella Outbreak in Peanut ButterRecently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended that products containing peanut butter be eliminated from consumer’s diets until further information becomes available. At least 474 people in 43 states have been sickened by peanut butter and peanut paste,…