El Paso County Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

10/06/2025

EFNEP goes GREEN this October 6th!

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

02/29/2024

We sincerely appreciate the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service for responding to all those affected in the Panhandle. Visit the link below to see how you could help!

Find out how you can help those affected by the Texas Panhandle wildfires by visiting http://tx.ag/WildfireRelief.

Contact information has been provided for supply point drop offs and donations, the link will also be regularly updated as more information becomes available.

Texas A&M AgriLife | The Texas A&M University System | Texas Division of Emergency Management | Texas A&M Forest Service

02/24/2022

Celebrate National Toast Day with our Animal Toast!


https://efnep.tamu.edu/recipe/animal-toast/

02/18/2022

Welcome to Friday! Give our Ole Frijoles Dip to try this weekend.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nZcW6vqQDM&t=1s

02/17/2022

Almonds are a good source of vitamin E, manganese, and magnesium while also providing calcium, protein, potassium, fiber, and many other nutrients. They have been linked to heart health and can be incorporated into your day in many ways - from a snack substitute on the go to a source of protein and healthy fats on a salad.

Try switching out peanut butter for almond butter in our Energy Nuggets!
https://efnep.tamu.edu/recipe/energy-nuggets/

02/14/2022

Valentine’s Day is a fun holiday where we shower our loved ones with affection, gifts, and tasty sweet treats. It’s easy to go overboard on the gifts and sweets come February 14th but moderation is always key.

https://efnep.tamu.edu/2020/02/05/tips-for-a-heartful-and-healthy-valentines-day/

01/25/2022

Calcium is an important nutrient for our body. Its major role is to support the structure and function of healthy bones and teeth throughout the life cycle.

01/20/2022

Take small bites toward better nutrition!

https://agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/2020/03/03/take-small-bites-toward-better-nutrition/

01/06/2022

Find grains in many areas of the store, including the bread, cereal, snack, and pasta and rice aisles.

Make half your grains whole grains. Types of whole grains include whole wheat, brown rice, bulgur, buckwheat, oatmeal, whole-grain cornmeal, whole oats, and whole rye.

While shopping, check ingredient lists and pick the items that have a whole grain listed first.
Rice and pasta are budget-friendly grain options.

Choose hot cereals like plain oatmeal or whole-grain dry cereal.

Try new whole-grain snack ideas, like switching to whole-wheat crackers or popping your own popcorn.

01/05/2022

Find fruits and vegetables in the produce section, frozen foods, and in the canned and pantry food aisles. Compare prices to find the best buys.

Buy "in season" produce which is usually less expensive and at peak flavor. Buy only what you can use before it spoils. For more info check out the Seasonal Produce Guide from SNAP-Ed Connections.

Choose fruit canned in 100% fruit juice and vegetables with “low-sodium” or “no salt added” on the label. These products are just as nutritious as fresh, and often cost less.

If you have the freezer space, stock up on frozen vegetables without added sauces or butter. Frozen vegetables are as good for you as fresh and may cost less.

Canned and frozen fruits and vegetables last much longer than fresh and are a quick way to add fruits and vegetables to your meal.

12/09/2021

In celebration of National Brownie Day, try out these Black Bean Brownies. https://food.unl.edu/recipes/documents/black-bean-brownies_1.pdf

11/25/2021

To ensure that leftovers are safe to eat, make sure the food is cooked to a safe temperature and refrigerate the leftovers promptly.

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/food-safety-basics/leftovers-and-food-safety