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Sargent Choice ScooperBowl Texas Caviar
Sargent Choice ScooperBowl Texas Caviar February 6, 2023 Tessa Paget-Brown, Dietetic Intern Why We Chose This Recipe This recipe is a fun and affordable option, especially for occasions where you might be feeding big group, such as a Super Bowl watch party. It is a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, and... More

Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: Vegetarian Sushi
Sargent Choice Vegetarian Sushi January 31, 2023 Lex Lykans, Dietetic Intern Why We Chose This Recipe: This recipe makes for a fun activity to add variety to meals as well as learn a new skill: rolling sushi. Traditional sushi recipes use white rice. We used brown rice in this recipe as a way to... More

Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: Plant-Based Sloppy Joes
Sargent Choice Plant-Based Sloppy Joes January 24, 2023 Tessa Paget-Brown, Dietetic Intern Why We Chose This Recipe This recipe is a fun, plant-based take on an American classic! It is a quick and delicious way to incorporate protein and fiber into a meal. You can make this recipe to enjoy with others, More

Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: Peppermint Bark Popcorn
Sargent Choice Peppermint Bark Popcorn December 6, 2022 Patricia Isabel Orus Deya, Nutrition and Public Health Major Recipe adapted from Cookie & Kate Yield: ~8 cups Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil ½ cup popcorn kernels 1 cup dark chocolate chips ⅓ cup crushed peppermint candy ½ teaspoon salt Directions Cover a large jelly roll pan/baking sheet... More

Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: Rice Cooker Spanish Chickpeas and Rice
Sargent Choice Rice Cooker Spanish Chickpeas and Rice November 29, 2022 Patricia Isabel Orus Deya, Nutrition and Public Health Major Recipe adapted from Budget Bytes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 cup brown rice 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon... More

Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: Garlic Herb Whipped Cottage Cheese & Handmade Hummus Crudité
Sargent Choice Garlic Herb Whipped Cottage Cheese & Handmade Hummus Crudité November 15, 2022 Patricia Isabel Orus Deya, Nutrition and Public Health Major Recipe adapted from Budget Bytes & Inspired Taste Yield: 1 cup Ingredients Whipped Cottage Cheese 1 tsp dried parsley 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion... More

Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: Sweet Potato Latke
Sargent Choice Sweet Potato Latke November 8, 2022 Patricia Isabel Orus Deya, Nutrition and Public Health Major Recipe adapted from Cooking for Keeps Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 4 medium sweet potatoes peeled and grated 1 cup minced onion 4 eggs, lightly beaten ½ cup whole grain matzo meal or whole wheat flour 4 tablespoons light... More

Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: Vegetarian Taco Salad
Sargent Choice Vegetarian Taco Salad November 1, 2022 Patricia Isabel Orus Deya, Nutrition and Public Health Major Recipe adapted from Peas and Crayons Yield: 6 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 1½ cups fresh or frozen corn kernels 4 large tomatoes 1.5 cups cooked quinoa (or other whole grain) ... More

Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: Spicy Sun-Dried Tomato & Broccoli Pasta
Sargent Choice Spicy Sun-Dried Tomato & Broccoli Pasta October 25, 2022 Patricia Isabel Orus Deya, Nutrition and Public Health Major Recipe adapted from Cookie & Kate Yield: 4 servings Ingredients ½ pound whole wheat pasta (bow tie or spiral shape suggested) 4 tablespoons olive oil 5 garlic cloves, minced ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ... More

Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: Squash Mac and Cheese
Sargent Choice Squash Mac and Cheese October 18, 2022 Patricia Isabel Orus Deya, Nutrition and Public Health Major Recipe adapted from Tasting Table Yield: 8 servings Ingredients 1 pound whole-grain elbow macaroni 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen pureed butternut squash 2 cups milk 1 1/3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese ½ cup ricotta cheese 1 teaspoon salt ... More