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Shopping, Cooking, & Meal Planning
Ethnic CookingExplore cultural and ethnic resources, including Latino, Native American, and African American recipes.
Food Shopping and Meal PlanningPlan meals and shop for groceries the healthy way with these tips and resources.
Food LabelsLearn about food labels so you can use them to make healthy choices in the grocery store.
Top 10 Reasons to Shop at a Farmers MarketUSDA. NAL. Food and Nutrition Information Center.
Hear from a Registered Dietitian about the many reasons for buying fresh, nutritious, locally grown vegetables at the farmers market.
Emergency Food SuppliesKeep your food and water safe during weather and other emergencies with these tips and resources.
Commonly Asked Questions - Shopping, Cooking and Meal PlanningFind answers to your questions about food labeling, farmers market locations, budget recipes, food preservation and safety and more.