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FCS Newsletter Cooperative Extension Service Breckinridge County 1377 S. Hwy 261 Hardinsburg, KY 40143 (270) 756-2182 Fax: (270) 756-9016 https://breckinridge.ca.uky.edu

NOVEMBER 2019

Holiday Turkey: To Wash or Not to Wash? Recently, it has been widely reported that chicken should not be washed before it is cooked. In fact, the USDA

recommends all raw poultry and meat be cooked without washing. This is because washing may spread the bacteria

found in raw meat and poultry juices to other foods and kitchen surfaces. Cooking the product to the right temperature

kills bacteria, so washing is not needed.

Chicken and turkey are common sources of salmonella and other bacteria. Just before Thanksgiving 2018, sal-

monella illness linked to raw turkey sickened 164 people in 35 states. The size of a raw turkey makes it hard to wash

without splashing nearby kitchen surfaces, causing cross-contamination. The best plan for cooking a turkey safely is to

clean, separate, cook, and chill as advised below:

Clean

Wash hands with warm, soapy water for 20 seconds before and after handling food. Remove rings. Make sure to clean between

fingers and under fingernails.

Wash knives, cutting boards, dishes, countertops, and sink with hot, soapy water before and after preparing each food item.

Make a solution of one tablespoon chlorine bleach in one gallon of water. Use this to sanitize all surfaces.

Use paper towels to clean kitchen surfaces. If cloth towels are used, wash them often in the hot cycle of your washing machine.

Separate

Store raw poultry on lower shelves of the refrigerator to keep it cooler. Seal well to make sure it doesn’t

leak onto other foods.

If possible, use separate cutting boards for raw poultry and fresh produce.

Never place cooked food on a plate that held raw poultry.

Cook

Cook the turkey to an inside temperature of 165 degrees F. Use a clean food thermometer to measure the

temperature of the turkey flesh. Insert the thermometer deeply into the thickest part of the turkey breast or

thigh. Avoid touching bone.

Do not stuff the turkey. Cook stuffing separately to 165 degrees F.

Reheat leftovers to at least 165 degrees F.

Chill

Refrigerate or freeze leftover turkey within two hours. (One hour if temperatures are above 90 degrees F.)

Thaw a raw turkey in the refrigerator, in cold water, or in the microwave.

Follow these simple safety guidelines, and enjoy happy and healthy holidays!

References:

United States Department of Agriculture. (2013). Washing Food: Does it Promote Food Safety? Retrieved from https://www.fsis.usda.gov Accessed Aug. 22, 2019.

Sun, L. H. (2018). Salmonella contamination in turkey is widespread and unidentified as Thanksgiving approaches. Retrieved from https://www.washingtonpost.com.

United States Department of Agriculture. (2013) Salmonella Questions and Answers. Retrieved from https://www.fsis.usda.gov Accessed Aug. 22, 2019.

Source: Jackie Walters, MBA, RDN, Extension Specialist Senior for Nutrition Education

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When the weather turns cooler, we traditionally reach for items in our wardrobes that add warmth. Long-sleeved t-shirts, fleece pullovers, sweatshirts, and sweaters are popular choices. Some people like to refer to this time of year as “sweater weather.” Sweaters are appealing because they offer versatility in style, texture, color, and comfort. But unlike t-shirts, fleeces, and sweatshirts that seem indestructible and are easily laundered, sweaters can be intimidating to care for. Regardless of the type or quality of your sweaters (nice or nothing special), there are a few basic concepts to consider in order to keep your sweaters looking brand-new.

When possible, store sweaters flat or folded. Keeping sweaters on a hanger can cause stretching or distorted areas near the shoulder seams. If you prefer to hang some of your sweaters, use hangers with padding or shaping in the shoulder area to prevent bumps.

Avoid laundering your sweaters after each wear. When worn over layers and then left to air out before being put away, some sweaters may only need to be cleaned once a season. If you get dirt or a stain on your sweater, try to spot clean the area in-stead of the entire sweater.

Many sweaters made of fibers other than wool can be laundered in your home washer. When cleaning, unbutton (if present), and turn sweaters inside out to launder alone or with similar delicate items. The main goal is to prevent unnecessary rubbing and agitation. Placing your sweater in a zippered mesh wash bag can help with this. Select a short, “delicate” washer cycle with cold water, and use a small amount of mild detergent.

Dry flat. Some basic “everyday” sweaters can be put in the dryer for a little while on an “air fluff/no heat” setting to soften them.

At the end of the season or whenever your sweaters are ready to be stored, clean them according to the care label. Do not store your sweaters in plastic bags or anything airtight.

Fun Fact: A 2016 study, conducted by The Weather Channel, indicated that Kentuckians consider temperatures 56 degrees F or below to be “sweater weather.” Whereas many Arizona residents like to put on a cozy sweater at 65 degrees F, and those sur-veyed in South Dakota can wait until the thermometer reads 51 degrees F.

References:

http://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/sites/fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/files/ct-mmb-141.pdf http://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/sites/fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/files/ct-lmh.144.pdf http://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/sites/fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/files/ct-lmh.062.pdf https://weather.com/news/weather/news/sweater-weather-survey-united-states-2015 Source: Jeanne Badgett, Senior Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment

Caring for Your Sweaters

Cloverport Homemaker

Christmas Bazaar

The Cloverport Homemakers’ Christmas Bazaar

Saturday, December 7th

11 a. m. (ct) to 4 p.m.

Enjoy lunch and handmade

gift shopping!

Community Christmas Parades

Irvington—Nov. 23

Hardinsburg, Nov. 30

Cloverport—Dec. 7

Listen to WXBC for more details.

Wishing you and your family a

Happy Thanksgiving!

Lynnette Allen Extension Agent

For FCS Education Breckinridge County

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Ovarian Screening Project Appointments for the UK Ovarian Screening Project have been scheduled for Monday, November 25. If

you are a participant or would like to be, contact the Extension Office at 270-756-2182 to reserve one of

the eight (8) appointments or to learn how to get involved in this life saving research project.

Paper Crafters Scrapbooking

The Paper Crafters Club would like to invite everyone out to enjoy

evenings of creative Holiday card making!

The next meetings will be Wednesday, November 6th & 20th in the Extension Office Basement, 5:30 p.m. (CT). A $6 fee is collected to cover the cost of craft supplies and equipment use.

Additional dates include: December 1st (which will include a potluck social) and December 12th .

Join Homemakers Now! For learning, serving and leading families join the

Breckinridge County Extension Homemakers

Everyone is invited!

Contact 270-756-2182 for information about clubs and dues.

BCHS FRC PROJECT

This year the Breckinridge County Homemakers have an ongoing project for supporting the

BCHS Family Resource Center by collecting hygiene and personal care items for female stu-

dents. The following items can be donated: sanitary pads, tampons, travel size deodorants

and ladies sweat pants (size small, medium and large).

You may leave these at the Extension office.

Donations are greatly appreciated!

Grateful

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Show Your Homemaker Pride!

The Extension Homemakers are working with Gentry’s Store to create a local graphic that

members can have embroidered on shirts. Members can stop by Gentry’s to order a shirt

estimated price is $18 to $20 depending on the style and sizing.

The graphic includes the outline of the state of KY with a star marking Breckinridge County.

2019 Taste of Christmas Club Assignments

To ensure a successful and delicious event, we need the help of all clubs.

We will need volunteers for setup on Friday, December 6th at 1 p.m. (ct)

For the event, please call the Extension Office to volunteer your club or as an individual.

Everyone’s help is needed and greatly appreciated!

The following work schedule has been formed for Sunday, December 8th.

9 to 11 a.m. (ct) (includes set up) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1 to 3 p.m. (ct) (includes clean up)

The following donations are needed.

New to this year’s event will the opportunity for the guest to

vote for their favorite soup, so let your culinary talents shine!

Also, we will have the opportunity to sale holiday baked items

and handmade crafts!

Donations for this will be greatly appreciated and would count for KEHA volunteer hours!

Soups and Stews

Cloverport—2 pots chili

Countryside—1 pot beef stew & 1 pot potato soup &

1 pot vegetable soup

Irvington—1 pot kale soup, cheese & crackers

Rough River—1 pot kale soup & 1 pot potato soup

Sandwiches

Hites Run—variety of crackers & cheese balls

New Bethel—chicken salad & cheese & crackers

Jean Meriwethter—pimento cheese sandwiches

**The county organization will provide ham

sandwiches and drinks.

Desserts

Each club is asked to provide 2 home baked desserts

Door Prizes

Each club is asked to donate a $10 to $15 door prize.

The annual Taste of Christmas Cookbook We will once again create a Taste of Christmas Cookbook of special Holiday recipes from the

event and other family favorites. Please turn in your recipes to the Extension Office.

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Roll Call & Thought for the Month Roll Call: Complete the sentence: Today I am thankful for __________.

Thought for the Day: “The best things are nearest: breath in your nostrils, light in your

eyes, flowers at your feet, duties at your hand, the path of right just before you. Then do not

grasp at the stars, but do life’s plain, common work as it comes, certain that daily duties and

daily bread are the sweetest things of life.” ~Robert Louis Stevenson

Club Meetings November 12 Irvington November 19 Rough River

Wanda Calisi Irvington Library Extension Office 1 p.m. (ct)

10:30 a.m. (ct)

November 18 Hites Run November 18 New Bethel

Eat Out 11:30 a.m. (ct) Barbara Richards 6 p.m. (ct)

November 18 Cloverport November 25 Countryside

Cloverport City Hall 1 p.m. (ct) Kathy Henning 6 p.m. (ct)

Christmas Tree Trimming Countryside Homemakers are in charge of decorating the Christmas Tree in the

Extension Community Building.

Due to holiday meetings and parties the tree will need to be trimmed by Monday, Dec. 2nd

Save the Date—Dec. 13th

Homemaker Council Meeting & Christmas Party

Quarterly Homemakers Council Meeting - 9:30 a.m. (ct) Annual Homemaker Christmas Party—approximately 11:30 a.m. (ct). Note: Following

the conclusion of the Council meeting

Bring a tasty holiday dish for the potluck lunch!

Each member is invited to bring a $5 gift for a fun gift exchange or make a donation to the

BCHS Girls Personal Hygiene project.

December & January Homemaker Lesson Training

There is NO lesson in December. Enjoy fellowship with family and friends!

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Congratulations to Area Cultural Arts Winners!

Breckinridge County received 14 first place honors at the annual LTA Cultural Arts contest Oct. 11 in

Grayson County. The winners will advance on to the state competition that will take place in May 2020 at

the KEHA State Conference in Owensboro, KY. Winners listed below:

Breckinridge County Extension Homemakers Delegation to the 2019 Lincoln Trail Area Homemaker Meeting—Oct. 11, 2019

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Reduce

Reuse — Recycle

The Census Quilt was unveiled and presented to the Census Bureau on September

16th during a special ceremony at the National Quilt Museum in Paducah. A book-

let showcasing each quilt square and a legend of the quilt square locations is now

available on the KEHA website. At http://keha.ca.uky.edu/.

Over the coming months the quilt will be on tour across Kentucky. In mid-

December, the Breckinridge County Public Library has been selected as one of the

stops along the tour. Exact dates will be announced soon with viewing times.

This is be the only stop currently scheduled in the Lincoln Trail Area .

Homemaker Lunch Outing

Thursday, Nov. 14th at 11:00 a.m. (CT)

Join your fellow Extension Homemakers at The

Dam Restaurant for lunch and fellowship. Upcom-

ing events and programs will be reviewed.

Lunch cost will be on your own.

The Dam Restaurant is located at

14033 Falls of Rough Rd, Falls of Rough, KY 40119

Happy Fall!

Supporting our Local Leaders

To support and encourage leadership development’

we will show appreciation to the Fiscal Court and

elected officials by giving them gift baskets filled with

home-baked cookies, candies, breads and fruits.

We will need each Homemaker Club to donate

2-3dozen home baked cookies, candy or holiday

goodies. Also packets of hot coco, tea, and flavored

coffees give the perfect final touch to these

holiday baskets!

The non-perishable items may be dropped off at the

Extension Office any time before Dec. 3rd.

The baked items will need to be brought to

the Extension Office on Dec. 2 or by 9 a.m. on

Dec. 3 for the baskets to be assembled and

delived that day.

Special Note: A special Extension Presentation will be

shared with the Fiscal Court at the Nov. 18th court

meeting. The details on this project will be mailed to

the club presidents.

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