Our nutrition & food programs help Saratoga County residents to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, promote health, and prevent disease through workshops on healthy eating and cooking. Programs such as Strong Women Healthy Hearts and Dining with Diabetes strive to reduce the incidence of heart disease and diabetes.
Food preservation classes are offered during the growing season to provide the latest recommendations for safe home food preservation.
Community groups, such as libraries, civic groups and senior centers, can request a program on a specific topic or choose from a menu of topics. Programs vary in length depending on the needs of the group. Call for personalized answers to all your nutrition and food questions. Click here for a list of Food & Nutrition Class Offerings.
October's Tip is from Colorado State University Extension. It's a great article, not just for athletes but for everyone. Nutrition and the Athlete from Colorado State University Extension
This healthful version of pancakes features the delicious goodness of mashed sweet potatoes and whole grains, artfully balanced with sweet savory sautéed mushrooms infused with maple syrup and balsamic vinegar. This dish is perfect for dinner or brunch.
Makes 4 servings.
egg, beaten
For Balsamic Maple Mushrooms
Welcome the flavors of fall with these pumpkin ricotta stuffed shells! Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, pumpkin adds a nutritious twist to traditional stuffed shells.
Makes 12 servings.
(about 12 jumbo pasta shells)
(or 2 cloves garlic, minced)
(low sodium)
For nutrition information, please visit
at USDA’s MyPlate Kitchen.
Diane Whitten
Master Preserver
dsh23@cornell.edu
518-885-8995 ext. 2220
Last updated November 20, 2023