Living in Colorado can provide a surprise when baking our favorite recipes that were developed for sea level. Many of our recipes tend to fail like when a chocolate chip cookie just spreads out over the cookie sheet or a cake fails to raise. At any elevation at 3,000 feet or above sea level, baked […]
Drying Fruit
Drying fruit can be a rewarding activity. It is a simple and safe introduction to preserving food. The result is a healthy, tasty snack. Drying food, sometimes called dehydrating, is one way to make food last longer. The process of dehydration can inspire creativity because dried fruit has very different flavors and textures compared to […]
Outsmarting Scams and Frauds
Outsmarting scams and frauds are a constant challenge. Scams targeting older adults are evolving. However, with the right knowledge you can stay ahead of the game. According to the 2023 FBI Internet Crime Report, individuals aged 60+ reported 101,068 incidents, resulting in $3.4 billion in losses. This is up from 2022, which had 88,262 complaints […]
