Cutting vegetables opens the cell structure to allow natural sugars and proteins to interact with heat, says K-State food scientist Karen Blakeslee.

Take your veggies to the next level

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Be careful when vacuum-packing your foods

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Minimize heart and cancer risks for your children

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Dr. Pepper Cake

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Ground meat should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 F, measured with a food thermometer, said K-State food scientist Karen Blakeslee. (K-State Research and Extension)

One easy way to avoid food poisoning