Food Safety and Preservation
We provide answers, information and educational programming on preserving foods at high altitude and safely preparing foods to avoid spoilage and illness.
Classes
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Other Events and Classes offered by CSU Extension in Arapahoe County
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Preservation
Find resources for Colorado Food Preservation.
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Nutrition, Food Safety, and Health
We provide research-based information for consumers and industry food service professionals.
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Cottage Food
In 2012, the Colorado Legislature enacted Senate Bill 12-048 allowing individuals to produce, sell and store certain types of “cottage food” products in an unlicensed home kitchen.
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High Altitude Adjustments
Click here to find tips for adjusting ingredients and baking temperatures to prepare recipes at high-altitude.
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Hotline Numbers
Contact these toll-free hotline numbers with questions on poison control, canning, baked goods and preparing meat, seafood and poultry.
Attend a Workshop
Learn the art and science of food preservation at our Food Preservation Workshops.
Ask a Question
If you have questions about food preservation, preparation or storage, please contact Family and Consumer Science Agent Sheila Gains at 303-730-1920 or sgains@arapahoegov.com.
Request a Presentation
Schedule a one-hour food preservation or preparation presentation for your meeting or event.