Cooking & Food Safety

Preparing delicious food safely

Whether you're a cottage food producer, a farmers market vendor or just cooking for your family, our resources guide Arizonans through the essentials of safe food handling, preparation, cooking, serving and storage.

Resources

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Yavapai Food Safety

Food Safety Industry Council information and food safety publications.

Food Safety Resources for Yavapai County
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Educational Videos

Become a pro at using your knives, storing food and keeping your kitchen clean and safe.

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Recipes

Find your next favorite healthy meal that's quick to make.

Our recipe library
Culinary Medicine 2025 Edition

Culinary Medicine Textbook

Textbook is aimed at individuals and communities seeking to implement food-based disease prevention programs.

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Educational Materials

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Tips for Eating More Radishes
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Tips for Eating More Lettuce
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Tips for Eating More Peas
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Freeze Drying 101: How to Use Your Freeze Dried Products
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Freeze Drying 101: Maintenance and Proper Use for Freeze Dryers
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Freeze Drying 101: Preparing and Storing Your Freeze Dried Products for Best Use
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