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About Michael Lucero

Michael Lucero is a Family and Consumer Science Extension Specialist with Colorado State University Extension for 20+ years. His educational programs focus on health, nutrition, and food safety education. He is motivated by the mission to improve people lives and understands this is can be accomplished through research based education programs.

The Gift of Empanadas

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One gift that I always give during the holiday season is food, specifically empanadas (little fruit pies). Empanadas, especially when they’re homemade, really do carry that personal touch that makes them extra special. Empanadas are always a big hit with people. I always make two types: cherry and apple. Though I like apple the best […]

Making Food Gifts with Children

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One of the many things I enjoy doing this time of year is working with my children to make holiday gifts.  Making and giving gifts is a great way to spend time together while strengthening bonds with children.  But when the gifts you make are food, it is even more fun and delicious!  Every holiday […]

Creating a Holiday Food Tradition

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The holidays are a great time for family traditions. When I was a child, one tradition we had every year was making tamales. My mom, aunts, and cousins would get together and make tamales that would last the whole holiday season. Now, I continue this tradition with my two daughters every year. Looking back at […]

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