1. Convenience Foods

2. Convenience Foods
Foods that have been either partially or completely prepared commercially.
Canned
Frozen
Cured
Dried
Freeze Dried

3. Why use convenience foods?
Inexperienced cooks can quickly prepare tasty, nutritious meals with confidence.

4. Advantages of Using Convenience Foods
Saves time and energy
Shorter meal preparation leads to families eating at home more often.
Foods are sold year round
An inexpensive way to add variety and creativity
Many products have suggestions for “light” preparation methods to reduce fat, calories, etc.

5. Disadvantages of Using Convenience Foods
Higher costs than homemade or semi-homemade
Some nutrients are lost during processing
Products may contain higher amounts of fat, sugar, sodium, and calories
Products may contain additives-preservatives, coloring, etc.
Products may lack appeal of foods prepared at home.
Packaging may negatively impact the environment.

6. Semi-Homemade Cooking - Food that is part homemade and part convenience
Video: Chili & Cornbread
Pillsbury Bake-Off 2010 – YouTube
Pillsbury Bake-Off : Every Recipe Has A Story on Vimeo