Chef Cyndie & The K-12 Culinary Team
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December 7, 2022
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Beets are an excellent source of essential nutrients. Chef Cyndie reviews how to select the best beets, remove the greens, and the best method for handling […]
December 7, 2022
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Bananas are often a staple in school meals. While easy to serve whole, the trick is ensuring the bananas are ripe and ready to eat. Chef […]
December 6, 2022
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Avocados are increasingly popular. With good fat and high in other nutrients, avocados are a great addition to your menu, such as a topping on a […]
December 6, 2022
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Stone fruits and figs are best eaten whole and without any processing. Apricots, nectarines, and peaches should be used with an acid to prevent browning. Watch […]
December 6, 2022
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Work simplification skills help improve the efficiency of tasks. Productivity is a matter of planning, organizing, and developing effective routines. For example, your school nutrition program […]
December 6, 2022
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Steaming pasta is best suited for batch cooking in a school kitchen. This video reviews how to steam two to three pounds of dried pasta. Video […]