Texas A&M AgriLife Extension - Rusk County Family and Community Health

09/04/2026

🌿 It's thyme to shine! Perfect for poultry, salads, squash, peas, stews, sauces, eggs, seafood, and soups.

09/04/2026

Soft to the touch, bold in flavor! Sage's velvety leaves brings coziness and warmth to stuffing, tomatoes, squash, breads, green beans, meats, stews, and poultry.🍂🍃

09/04/2026

A sprig of rosemary goes a long way! 🌿 Add its woodsy aroma to poultry, beef, pork, lamb, stuffing, potatoes, peas, baked goods, and sauces.🥩

09/04/2026

Tiny leaves. Big personality. 🌿 Oregano brings bold, earthy flavor to Mediterranean dishes, meats, tomatoes, poultry, stews, soups, and seafood.

09/04/2026

🌿 Basil: fresh, flavorful, and so much more than pesto! 🌿

From ground meats, stews, lamb, poultry, tomatoes, salads, soups, sauces, and more, basil can add a delicious burst of fresh flavor to so many dishes. 🍅🌱

How do you love to eat basil? Tell us your favorite basil recipe or way to use it in the comments below! 👇

09/04/2026

🌿 Italian parsley is a flavorful herb that deserves more than a spot on the garnish plate! It pairs beautifully with Mediterranean dishes, meats, poultry, fish, tomatoes, soups, stews, and salads. Fresh from the garden, it adds a bright, fresh flavor to all kinds of dishes.

09/04/2026

Delish or soap?! Cilantro is one of my personal favorites as it is commonly used in a number of meals. I always told my friends that if someone made a candle that smelt like fresh cilantro, I'd buy it!
~Ally😂

09/04/2026

🌿 Bay leaves: small leaves, BIG flavor! 🌿

From casseroles, tomatoes, poultry, seafood, soups, stews, meats, and more, bay leaves add a subtle, savory depth of flavor to all kinds of dishes. 🍲🍅🌿

How do you love to use bay leaves? Tell us your favorite recipe or way to add this flavorful herb to your cooking in the comments below! 👇

08/26/2026

Make sure you prioritize breakfast as part of your morning routine. There are so many health benefits!🍳🧇🍍🍌

08/26/2026

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Today we mourn the loss of an American icon, a beloved philanthropist and a proud 4-H alumna, Dolly Parton. Her extraordinary life was defined not only by her incredible talent, but by her unwavering generosity, compassion and commitment to helping others.

For generations of young people, Dolly embodied what it means to use your gifts in service of others. From her roots in 4-H to her lifelong investment in literacy, education and community, she showed us that true leadership is grounded in humility, kindness, and purpose. As Dolly once said, "storms make trees take deeper roots." 💚

A proud 4-H alumna, she reminded us that challenges can strengthen us and help us grow. That wisdom will continue to inspire young people and communities for generations to come. We extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, and the millions whose lives she touched. Her legacy of hope, generosity, and service will live on. 🍀