Food for Thought

02/14/2026

We had lots of good fun, food, and fellowship at our 4-H and ECA Valentine’s Party tonight. We did a few crafts, had a food demonstration, and put together some goodie bags for the Meals on Wheels recipients at the Person County Senior Center.

02/13/2026

Looking for ways to celebrate a healthier Valentine’s Day? ❤️ Check out these simple tips and enjoy our Valentine’s Day-inspired recipes that are just as delicious as they are festive!

Find ideas from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension at https://food.unl.edu/food-calendar/february/valentines-day/💕

02/12/2026

Lean Ground Beef provides many essential nutrients, vitamins and can be incorporated into many different meals and recipes. There are many beef products that are considered lean – like 93% lean ground beef. However, it is sometimes more economical to purchase higher fat ground beef products. By using this simple process to rinse the meat, you can reduce the amount of fat by up to 50%. Meaning that after rinsing an 80% fat ground beef product, you can create a leaner product to use in your recipes and save a few dollars at the grocery store!

02/12/2026

Life gets busy, but you still have to eat! These Burger Bowls are a delicious addition to any menu--packed with protein, fiber & flavor! Plus, this recipe allows you to prep extra ground beef for other meals during the week. Stay tuned for another recipe to add to your weekly menu to use up that extra ground beef.

Life gets busy but you still need to eat! These Burger Bowls are a delicious addition to any menu--packed with protein, fiber & flavor!

02/11/2026

Don’t forget you can use your SNAP benefits to cook a wonderful meal for your loved ones this week or for just yourself! The More In My Basket website has plenty of SNAP-friendly recipes available for this time of year. Visit morefood.org/tips-recipes for more.

02/11/2026

This family-friendly, delicious Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is a quick way to use up leftover ground beef. It packs a nutritious punch with protein, vegetables, and great flavor! You can use this recipe to feed the whole family or portion out for meal prep lunches.

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is a quick way to use up leftover ground beef. It packs a nutritious punch with protein, vegetables.

02/10/2026

February is American Heart Month, so we’re sending Valentines to some of the friendliest foods for the heart. Support your cardiovascular health by adding these five foods to your diet this February and all year round. Your heart will thank you.

Discover heart-friendly foods this American Heart Month. Support cardiovascular health by adding beets and more to your diet.

02/10/2026

Ready to explore the powerful world of plant-based eating? Join us in demystifying what it means to eat plant-based, understanding the why moving toward a more plant-forward diet can be beneficial for your health, and learn how to navigate common barriers. Join N.C. Cooperative Extension tomorrow,on Tuesday, February 10 at 12:00 p.m. (EST) for our highly anticipated “Extension at Home” Virtual Series this month! Register now at https://go.ncsu.edu/plant-packed

02/09/2026

02/08/2026

02/07/2026

Loving relationships aren’t just the stuff of candy hearts – they can have a significant influence on our physical health.

Loving relationships aren’t just the stuff of candy hearts – they can have a significant influence on our physical health. Read the story at http://spr.ly/60...

02/06/2026

You can help protect your heart against with self-care, like moving more, eating healthier, managing stress, not smoking/vaping, and getting enough quality sleep. Today is , share how you’re showing your heart more love! www.nhlbi.nih.gov/heartmonth