Air frying can be a creative way to stretch your food dollars, help you save money on energy costs, and it can be a healthy alternative to other cooking methods. However, when it comes to selecting an air fryer, there are a few things you will want to consider before investing in this popular countertop appliance to ensure you are getting one that will fit your unique needs.
Begin by asking yourself why you would like to purchase one in the first place, where it will be stored, and how often you will be using it. There are many different types of air fryers on the market with various features and sizes, and selecting the one right for you can sometimes seem overwhelming.
Another consideration is to ask yourself what foods you want to make using your air fryer. Air fryers are great at reheating leftovers but can also be used to prepare quick and tasty meals. Ask yourself if the air fryer will be the best cooking option when preparing your favorite healthy and those less-than-healthy family favorites.
If you want to learn more about air fryers, what foods you can prepare, the health benefits of using an air fryer, and helpful tips to make cooking safe and effortless, join us for Air Frying 101. This workshop will be held on Thursday, October 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Winnebago County Farm Bureau, 1925 South Meridian Rd, Rockford, IL.
Register for this program by calling the Extension office at (815) 986-4357 or online. There is a $5.00 fee, which will cover the educational session. Space is limited, so register today! If you need accommodation to participate, please let our office know when you register. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.
University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, extends knowledge, and builds partnerships to support people, communities, and their environments as part of the state's land-grant institution. Extension serves as the leading public outreach effort for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in all 102 Illinois counties through a network of 27 multi-county units and over 700 staff statewide. Extension’s mission is responsive to eight strategic priorities — community, economy, environment, food and agriculture, health, partnerships, technology and discovery, and workforce excellence — that are served through six program areas — 4-H youth development, agriculture and agribusiness, community and economic development, family and consumer science, integrated health disparities, and natural resources, environment, and energy.