Honoring Women’s History Month
From Our Kitchen
March is Women’s History Month, which honors the accomplishments and contributions women have made in U.S. history. To celebrate Women’s History Month, we’re showcasing a few prominent female chefs who’ve made a significant impact in the culinary world. (Canada recognizes Women’s History Month in October — read about notable female chefs from Canada here!) Learn about the ways these women have helped shaped the culinary industry and check out a delicious recipe inspired by Cristeta Comerford, the first...
Celebrating Irish American Heritage Month
From Our Kitchen
Irish American Heritage Month, celebrated annually in March, commemorates the significant contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants to the United States. The origins can be traced back to a resolution passed by Congress in 1991, which proclaimed March as Irish American Heritage Month to coincide with St. Patrick’s Day. This designation was made in recognition of the immense impact Irish immigrants have had on American history, culture, and traditions throughout history. According to the U.S. census, there are...
Allergen-Free Desserts for the Holidays
From Our Kitchen, Holidays
Winter is filled with holiday cheer, festive gatherings, and quality time spent with loved ones. While celebrations are fun, they can be tricky for those with food allergies, especially because festivities tend to be centered around food. Whether you’re going to a potluck, participating in a cookie exchange, or making a yummy recipe with loved ones, it’s important that everyone feels included. To have safe, delicious options available, here are a few of our favorite top-allergen-free desserts that everyone will...
Religious and Cultural Holidays in December
Articles, From Our Kitchen
December is a month marked by observance and celebration by several religions and cultures. In recognition of these holidays, we’re highlighting the customs and traditional foods of Hanukkah, Christmas, Yule, and Kwanzaa. Hanukkah This year, the Jewish holiday Hanukkah takes place December 7 through December 15. Hanukkah is an eight-day winter festival of lights, observed through nightly menorah candle lighting, special blessings, songs, and prayer. The holiday celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem after driving out Greek...
Ideas for Holiday Leftovers
From Our Kitchen, From Our Chefs
If you’re cooking a holiday meal and are wondering what to do with leftovers, we have some interesting ideas to help you use up extra ham, beef, and turkey. Add your leftover meat to: ● Noodles: mac and cheese, tetrazzini, and lo mein ● Sandwiches: banh mi, sliders, panini, and gyro ● Soups: pho, chili, gumbo, and posole ● Tortillas: enchiladas, fajitas, chimichangas, and tacos ● Rice: risotto, fried rice, and jambalaya ● Egg: frittata, quiche, and breakfast casserole ●...
What Is a Butter Board? And How to Make a Great One
From Our Kitchen
Butter boards, a new spin on charcuterie and cheese boards, are a wildly popular food trend across the world. At its core, this is exactly what it sounds like: It’s butter on a board. But there are several techniques that go into creating butter boards and boundless variations on this trend. Butter boards first went viral on social media when Justine Doiron, a recipe developer in New York who blogs as Justine Snacks, posted a video on TikTok last fall...
Rise and Dine! Enjoy a Balanced Breakfast
From Our Kitchen
At SAGE, we know balanced meals are necessary for strong academic and athletic performance. And while we’ve got you covered at lunchtime, eating a nourishing breakfast is the best way to prepare for a successful day ahead, making it arguably the most important meal of the day. A morning meal not only provides your body with energy to start the day but also helps with attention, memory, and creativity. In other words, breakfast sets you up for a productive day...
From Our Kitchen: Gluten-Free Apple Pie
From Our Kitchen
Learn how to make this fall staple at home. You can use any apples, although our Chefs recommend tart baking apples like Braeburns or Granny Smiths. If you’d prefer, the gluten-free flour can be swapped easily for regular all-purpose flour. Grab your vanilla ice cream and enjoy! Yields: 1 Pie Ingredients for Crust: 2 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 sticks cold, unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 8 tablespoons ice-cold water Crust Preparation: Step 1 Cut...
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