Fiber Filled Oats
From Our KitchenAccording to The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, women should consume at least 25 grams of total fiber each day, while men should consume at least 38 grams. So, how do you make that a reality? Oats could be the answer. They are a whole grain and a good source of fiber. A warm bowl of oatmeal is a great option to boost your fiber intake. With so many varieties of oatmeal available, navigating the cereal aisle can be a...
Resolve To Get Organized
From Our Kitchen“This is going to be the year I get organized.” Each year millions of people make that declaration on New Year's only to have it fall apart shortly thereafter. While we don't have a secret ingredient for getting organized at home, we can help you get organized while cooking. In order to get food out on time and stay true to our scratch and batch cooking methods, SAGE chefs must run highly efficient kitchens. Two minutes can mean...
Simple Steps for Healthful Eating
Nutrition, From Our KitchenWith all the conflicting advice about how to eat and what foods can best contribute to a healthful lifestyle, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. The American Dietetic Association (ADA) wants to make it easier to eat well, so they have produced a handy pamphlet called "10 Simple Steps." The guide is based on the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion. The guide is not available to...
Best Breakfast Bets
Nutrition, From Our KitchenHow many times have we heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Studies show that children who eat breakfast learn better, behave better, and are more likely to meet their nutrient needs each day. Unfortunately, it's the meal most likely to be skipped. To make sure that breakfast is part of your family’s morning routine, be prepared with quick, easy, and convenient options for morning fuel. An ideal, balanced breakfast includes a whole grain (whole wheat...
Eat More Produce
NutritionSometimes we are so focused on whether a piece of fruit is local, or if that vegetable is organic, that we miss the point. Eat more fruits and vegetables! Americans' intake of fruits and vegetables falls well below what's recommended. As a result, we lose out on key nutrients each and every day. Put more emphasis on simply eating more fruits and vegetables and less on the label. At each meal, aim to fill half of your plate with fruits...
Teal Pumpkins
From Our Kitchen[caption id="attachment_24336" align="alignright" width="198" caption="Teal Pumpkin Project"][/caption] Halloween is supposed to be a time when we can let our imaginations soar and have fun. It's not always easy for folks with food allergies. In fact it can be pretty hard. We've brought back one of our most popular posts with new tips and tricks that both kids and adults will enjoy! Teal Pumpkin Project Show your support this Halloween for food allergy awareness and paint a pumpkin teal. It's part...
What is Fair Trade?
Sustainability, From Our KitchenDid you know that 2 billion of the world's workers survive on less than $2 per day? October is Fair Trade Month – celebrating a movement that seeks greater equity in international trade by producing sustainable livelihoods and opportunities in some of the poorest countries in the world. Fair Trade is a partnership that creates harmony between producers, businesses and consumers around the world. Fair Trade-labeled products, among them coffee, bananas, sugar, and chocolate, undergo a rigorous certification process...
Plant Garlic Now for Spring Harvest
Sustainability, From Our Kitchen, GardensNow is the time to plant garlic. It's super easy and does not require much work. Typically, garlic is planted from the end of September through November, four to six weeks before the ground freezes, depending on where you live. It is best to plant after a light frost, but well before the ground freezes. Garlic should have good root growth before winter starts, but minimal above-ground growth. So head over to a local farm or garden center and pick...
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