Recipes

Sage Fruit’s 7 Days of Giveaways: Day 6

December 22, 2017 by Sage Fruit Leave a Comment

Juicing is a great way to get your daily servings of fruits and vegetables. You might think you don’t like kale, but combine it with apples, cucumber & lemon, and you won’t even know it’s there! Plus, 2018 is right around the corner, which brings with it resolutions for the new year. Why not start by adding more nutrients into your diet?!

For Day 6, we’re giving away this Aicok Slow Masticating juicer (Cold Press Juice Extractor).

Enter for your chance to win here: https://giveaway.amazon.com/p/25df4c5f1b665da4

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Must be 18+. Must be a resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.

BEET, CARROT, GINGER AND APPLE JUICE

From: The Iron You

Ingredients:

1 Granny Smith apple, cored and quartered
3 medium beets, trimmed, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 Gala apple, cored and quartered
2 large carrots, washed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

SageFruit’s 7 Days of Giveaways: Day 5

December 21, 2017 by Sage Fruit Leave a Comment

We could all use a new baking dish, right?

Day 5 Giveaway = Mrs. Anderson’s Baking Dish

It’s one of our favorites because:

It’s good for baking, boiling, roasting, and serving
Resists staining, odors and cracking
Wide handles provide a more secure grip into and out of the oven
Durable and versatile; safe for use in the microwave, oven, broiler, and freezer
Dishwasher safe

You’re sure to love it too! Enter for your chance to win here: https://giveaway.amazon.com/p/5b0407770a678606

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Must be 18+. Must be a resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.

Overnight Cinnamon Apple Baked French Toast Casserole

From: Life, Love & Sugar

INGREDIENTS:

CASSEROLE

1 lb loaf Sourdough Or French Bread, cut into chunks
3 cups (326g) chopped apples (2 large apples – Gala, Braeburn, Honeycrisp)
8 large eggs
2 cups (480ml) milk (whole or 2%)
1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup (104g) sugar
1/4 cup (36g) light brown sugar, unpacked
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

STREUSEL TOPPING

3/4 cup (98g) all-purpose flour
3/4 cup (169g) firmly packed brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp apple pie spice
1/2 cup (112g) salted butter, cut into pieces

Sage Fruit’s 7 Days of Giveaways: Day 4

December 20, 2017 by Sage Fruit Leave a Comment

Day 4 Giveaway = Copper Skillet Set

Copper Skillets are most definitely one of our favorite items of 2017! But, why?

Top Reasons to LOVE Copper pans:

Copper is a great heat conductor.
The heat is evenly spread over the cookware and dispensed accurately… which minimizes the risk of scorching what you’re cooking.
The material is durable, hygienic and corrosion-resistant.
They’re dishwasher safe.
NON-STICK COATING! (This one should probably be at the top of the list)

Enter for your chance to win this set here: https://giveaway.amazon.com/p/0b121a3b15b176e9

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Must be 18+. Must be a resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.

Apple Cider Chicken Skillet

From: Well Plated by Erin

Ingredients:

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 8, depending on size)
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup fresh apple cider
3 medium firm, sweet apples, cored and cut into 1/2-inch slices (Gala, Fuji, Braeburn, Pink Lady)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary, plus additional for serving

Sage Fruit’s 7 Days of Giveaways: Day 3

December 19, 2017 by Sage Fruit Leave a Comment

Just because it’s December doesn’t mean we can’t use the grill, right? Instead of pulling out the big barbeque in the middle of winter, why not try a table top version? Then, in the summer, take it camping with you. In the fall – tailgating! Overall, the mini version is extremely versatile.

Day 3 Giveaway = Smoke Hollow Stainless Steel TableTop Propane Gas Grill

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Must be 18+. Must be a resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.

https://giveaway.amazon.com/p/31c156f25e37bbf6

Need an idea on how to use it during the holidays? Try these Bloomin’ Grilled Apples!

Bloomin’ Grilled Apples

From: The Gunny Sack

Ingredients:

2 small baking apples (Gala, Golden Delicious, Braeburn)
4 tbsp maple cream caramel sauce divided
6 tsp chopped pecans divided
2 scoops vanilla ice cream

Sage Fruit’s 7 Days of Giveaways: Day 2

December 18, 2017 by Sage Fruit 2 Comments

An apple corer – such a simple little tool, but it can make life so much easier! Whether you need to remove the core of an apple so it’s easier for your kids to eat, or to make it easier for you to slice for pie, this gadget is super handy to have around the house.

One of our favorite ways to use it is to make Cinnamon Apple Chips. They’re healthy and kid approved! So, for day 2, we’ve picked this Newness Premium Apple Core Remover to give away.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Must be 18+ and a resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.

https://giveaway.amazon.com/p/94b6db213ae87dfe

Cinnamon Apple Chips

From: Carrie’s Experimental Kitchen

Ingredients:

4 Apples, cored and sliced 1/8” thick (Gala, Honeycrisp, Ambrosia)
1-2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
1-2 tsp Granulated Sugar, if needed
Cooking Spray

Sage Fruit’s 7 Days of Giveaways: Day 1

December 17, 2017 by Sage Fruit Leave a Comment

Why not switch up your side dishes this holiday season and try something new…. like a spiralized apple salad?! We’ll even help you do it.

For day 1 of our 7 Days of Giveaways, you can enter for a chance to win a spiralizer. A Paderno World Cuisine 6-Blade Spiralizer to be exact! For anyone new to the world of spiralizing, this handy little tool works for both fruits and vegetables. It can cut, slice, make ribbons or noodles. You can use if for salads or making “pasta.”

https://giveaway.amazon.com/p/87f203b1bbbd0312

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Must be 18+. 1 winner will be randomly selected after the giveaway ends. Must be a resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia. The winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond.

SPIRALIZED APPLE AND CITRUS SALAD

From: The Produce Moms

INGREDIENTS

Citrus Dressing:

1/2 C olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice plus zest
2 tablespoons orange juice plus zest
1 tablespoon honey
Kosher salt
Black pepper as needed

Apple Salad:

2 large red apple (honeycrisp, pink lady, gala)
1/2 C red onions
1/4 cup dried blueberries
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
1/4 C walnuts
1 large orange, peeled and segmented
1/4 C goat cheese

Slow-Cooker Desserts

December 4, 2017 by Sage Fruit Leave a Comment

It’s officially Crock Pot season!

If you have a Slow-Cooker/Crock Pot, you know how amazing it is. It makes life so easy, right? Throw some ingredients in before work, and 8 hours later you have dinner for the whole family! Not to mention, the recipes are pretty much foolproof; in all likelihood, you won’t screw them up. Easy to clean when you’re done too… hey, you only used 1 “pan!”

Well, we know they’re perfect for soups, roasts, chicken, ect… dinner and lunch dishes.. but have you ever thought of using it for dessert? Your house is guaranteed to smell great and your guests are sure to be impressed.

It’s just the beginning of slow-cooker season, so give some of the recipes below a try. Let us know what you think of them, or send us some other suggestions. We’re always up for new ideas!

Slow Cooker Apple Crisp

From: Gimme Some Oven

PREP TIME: 15 MINS COOK TIME: 3 HOURS

INGREDIENTS:

8 apples, peeled, cored and thinly-sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
pinch of salt
cinnamon crumble (see below)
optional serving suggestions: vanilla ice cream, warm caramel sauce

CINNAMON OAT CRUMBLE:

1 cup (uncooked) old-fashioned oats
2/3 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
pinch of salt
4 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil

Apple Dump Cake

From: Crazy for Crust crockpot-apple-dump-cake

INGREDIENTS:

5-7 Granny Smith Apples
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, divided
1 box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup oats (quick cook or old-fashioned)
1 stick (1/2 cup) butter, sliced

Slow-Cooker Bloomin Baked Apples

From: Gal on a Mission slow-cooker-bloomin-baked-apples

PREP TIME:15 mins COOK TIME: 2 hours

INGREDIENTS:

2 medium honey crisp apples
3 tablespoons caramel sauce
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon flour
ice cream, caramel sauce, to garnish (optional)

Cooking With Apples

December 12, 2016 by Sage Fruit 1 Comment

We receive numerous questions throughout the year about how best to use apples when cooking. Questions such as, what varieties are best for pies? Besides dessert, what else can I cook with apples? Are there any varieties that I shouldn’t cook with? You really can’t go wrong, but today we have put together some helpful tips for a successful apple recipe. We’ve also included a few fun recipes!

A few basics:

Red Delicious apples DO NOT cook well. Whether you’re baking, or sautéing, they just don’t hold their shape. Leave them for eating fresh.
Rome apples, on the other hand, are excellent for cooking with, but really aren’t the most flavorful when eaten fresh.
Golden Delicious and Granny Smith apples both pick up spices well. Cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice… These varieties are GREAT for baking!
Fuji apples are extremely juicy. Because of that, they are better used in cakes than in pies. Fujis can cause pie filling to become liquidy, but in cake, they help keep the dessert moist.
Other varieties such as Pink Lady, Braeburn and Jonagold all work well for cooking too. They offer a nice, balanced, sweet flavor to your dishes.
Apples are extremely versatile – So, have fun with new recipes and don’t be afraid to try something out of the ordinary!

Carrot, Apple & Rosemary Soup

from The Little Green Spoon

Apples and soup, who would have thought? The depth of flavor in this dish is unbelievable.

Ingredients:

Carrots
Apples (Granny Smith)
2 Cloves of Garlic
2 Sprigs of Rosemary
Coarse Salt & Pepper
2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
Stock (Chicken or Veg)

(We have an entire board dedicated to just soups on Pinterest – check it out here!)

Apple Gouda Stuffed Chicken Breasts

from Rachel Cooks

Apples are a great addition to the main course of a meal. This recipe pairs creamy Gouda cheese, apples and chicken for a delightful dinner.

Ingredients:

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1.5 ounces gouda cheese, thinly sliced
1/2 large apple, thinly sliced (Honeycrisp, Gala, Jonagold)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 fresh ground pepper

Crockpot Apple Sauce

from The Produce Mom

This is one of our favorite apple sauce recipes – It’s easy, flavorful, minimal added sweetness and it makes the house smell amazing! Although the recipe calls for Granny Smith apples, another option is to use a number of different varieties. Tart, sweet, juicy… mix it up. You will NOT be disappointed!

Ingredients:

5 lbs apples peeled & cored
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp cinnamon ground
1/2 lemons zest only
2 cinnamon sticks (optional)

White Cheddar, Bacon, and Apple Biscuits

from Baker by Nature

Ingredients:

2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
1 Tablespoon + 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder
2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
3/4 Teaspoon Salt
1/2 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
1/4 Cup Fresh Rosemary
1 medium-sized apple (Honeycrisp, Braeburn)
1/2 cup white cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon
1 Cup + 4 Tablespoons Heavy Cream

Wine, Cheese & Apple Pairings

If all else fails, just know…. apples pair wonderfully with cheese! A classic cheese board for a snack or a friendly get together is both easy and delicious. And, if it’s an adult gathering, they are both great compliments to wine. Not quite sure how to pair them? Don’t worry, we’ve put together an entire list for you! Whether you like strong cheese, or mild, sweet apples or tart, white wine or red, there is something to satisfy everyone.