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Is the food I want to sell allowed as a cottage food?
In a nutshell, if it doesn’t require refrigeration for safety and isn’t meat, then it’s usually allowed as a cottage food.
There are many resources where you can easily find out what foods are allowed as cottage foods.
Allowed Foods: https://texascottagefoodlaw.com/FAQ/#foods
Everything you need to know about starting a cottage food business in Texas https://texascottagefoodlaw.com
Have a question about whether a specific food is allowed as a cottage food? Please contact DSHS for an official determination.
Most questions about allowed foods can be answered here: https://texascottagefoodlaw.com/allowed-foods/
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