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A Cottage Foods License is a permit or authorization issued by a state or local government that allows individuals to produce and sell certain low-risk food products from their home kitchen. These licenses typically have restrictions on the types of food products that can be made, the volume of sales, and the direct-to-consumer selling methods.
The most common food and beverage items created with a cottage food license include baked goods like cookies, cakes, and bread, as well as homemade jams, jellies, and preserves. Additionally, items like candies, granolas, and certain non-perishable items may also be produced and sold under a cottage food license, depending on the specific regulations in each region.