From Our Chefs: Top 10 Favorite Dishes to Prepare
From Our Chefs
Our chefs, many of whom hail from top-tier culinary schools and restaurants, have dedicated their careers to working in your school communities. Known for their versatility, they can pull out all the stops for a high-end catering event with elegant meals on the weekend, and then reliably deliver regional, familiar friendly favorites for Monday’s lunch. But what are their favorite dishes to prepare? Check out the top 10 dishes SAGE chefs love to prepare! Soups and chili: All the...
International Cuisine: What’s the Difference Between Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Food?
From Our Kitchen
The Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions are close geographically, which has cultivated similarities in their cuisines over the centuries. Both diets heavily feature vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and nutritious fats from olive oils, nuts, and seeds, as well as less red meat than many other cultures. However, the two aren’t interchangeable — though they’re often confused with each other — and there are several differences that separate them. Countries commonly associated with Mediterranean cuisine most often include those that...
From Our Kitchen: Baby Bella Mushroom Burger
From Our Kitchen
If your family is interested in trying more plant-based meals, make this vegetarian entrée. It’s a great alternative to animal protein-based burgers while providing a good source of B vitamins, potassium, fiber, and antioxidants. Baby Bella Mushroom Burger Servings: 4 burgers Ingredients: 8 ounces mushrooms 2 teaspoons vegetable oil ½ cup diced onions 2 peeled, minced fresh garlic cloves 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley ¼ teaspoon dried oregano 2 teaspoons salted butter 4 tablespoons rolled oats 4 tablespoons panko...
International Cuisine: India
From Our Kitchen
Dating back 5,000 years, India is an amalgamation of diverse cultural, religious, and culinary influences. You might be surprised to learn that many foods that seem to embody Indian cuisine — rich, tomato-based curries and the piping-hot potato and pea samosa stuffing — include ingredients that aren’t native to the country. Portuguese and Dutch colonization brought items such as tomatoes, potatoes, vinegar, and grilled bread to India. A reflection of the diverse nature of this Southeast Asian country...
Deleting Your Touch of SAGE® Account
Touch of SAGE
What happens if I delete my Touch of SAGE® account? You’ll no longer be able to log into the Touch of SAGE® app. If you’re a child account, any linked parent accounts will lose access to your school and menu item recommendations. If you’re a parent account, any linked students will still be able to use the app as normal. Your email address will stay in our system to validate that no account can be created with that same email...
Celebrating Caribbean American Heritage Month
From Our Kitchen
Caribbean American Heritage Month has been observed in June since 2006 to recognize and celebrate Caribbean Americans’ contributions to the United States and to raise awareness about their culture, history, and heritage. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2019 American Community Survey, there are about 8.5 million people in the country who were either born in the Caribbean or reported Caribbean ancestry. Caribbean cuisine is a fusion of African, Creole, European, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and Asian...
Tips for Saving Energy This Summer
Sustainability
Conserving electricity lowers energy bills, and the environmental benefits are an added bonus. Here, courtesy of consumer expert Andrea Woroch, are six energy-saving tips for summer. Wash Dishes in Batches You might think that handwashing dishes would reduce both your water and electrical bill, but Energy Star appliances are actually much better for your family finances. The original investment, however, is quite high. As a simple fix, wait until the dishwasher is completely full before running it. Avoid filling...
Five Rules for Picking Summer Produce
Nutrition, Sustainability, From Our Kitchen, Gardens
Have you ever bought produce only to find it’s too ripe or not ripe enough? It can be challenging to choose perfect produce every time. We’ve put together five simple rules to guide your purchases this summer: Trust your sense of smell. The scent of some produce can help determine whether it’s ripe. Fruit should smell fragrant, particularly melons, berries, and stone fruits like plums, peaches, and nectarines. Handle with care. Ripe fruits like plums should yield to gentle pressure...
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