The following classes are being presented by the Elbert County Master Food Safety and Preservation presenter.
There will be a $10 per class registration fee that includes activities,
samples and research-based handouts.
Saturday, September 19, 10 am to 12pm at the Carlson Building in Elizabeth
Freezing, Vacuum Sealing and Pantry Storage: Learn to properly freeze various fruits, vegetables, and meats. Receive
information on the recommended shelf life of various pantry staples. Learn how to use your vacuum sealer to keep your
preserved food safe and nutritious. Receive information and recipes.
Saturday, October 24, 10 am to 12 pm at the Exhibit Building, Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Soups, Stews, and Chili: Learn to make and safely preserve meat and vegetable-based soups, stews and chili. Receive
reference information, recipes and samples. Kitchen-based class.
Saturday, November 7, 10 am to 12 pm at the Lincoln County Extension Office, Hugo
Canning Meat and Fish: Learn to safely can meat and fish for future meals. Sample some prepared dishes and receive
reference information and recipes. A special DVD from Alaska Extension will be shown. Kitchen-based class.
Saturday, December 5, 10 am to 12 pm at the Exhibit Building, Fairgrounds, Kiowa
Holiday Cooking and Gift Jars and Bags: Learn safe handling of food in meal preparation and learn how to make
inexpensive unique holiday gifts-layered in jars and gift bags. Receive recipes and reference information and samples.
For more specific information on a variety of information you can visit the Colorado State University web site
or contact either of our Extension offices.
Elbert County 
