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May 2010 - Commodity Fruit Update and Answers

We have been getting a lot of questions and activity surrounding commodity fruit recently and thought it would be a good idea to give everyone an update on the different solutions we have on how to turn commodity (and bonus commodity) fruit into real menu solutions:

Coffee Cake and our Fruit Crumble Recipe (G0616): This is still our number one item for adding commodity applesauce and fruit. Simply replace the water in our coffee cake recipe with applesauce and add a #10 can of (drained) fruit to make a delicious fruit crumble cake that gives you one bread and 3/8 cup fruit. And don't forget to check out our Applesauce Oatmeal Squares!

Vanilla Frosty Creme and our Blueberry Magic recipe: (G2355): There are a lot of Blueberries out there (and strawberries are coming!) and this recipe is a great way to give your kids a gourmet treat that is easy to make and affordable!

Frit Mate: (G0975): We have been getting a lot more interest in our Fruit Mate and traditional favorites like
our Fall Fun Dip, Pumpkin Chiffon Pie and Aloha Island Pie.

Golden Choice Sugar Free Desserts: And Don't forget we now have a full line of Golden Choice sugar free baking mixes, desserts, drink mixes and gelatins!

All these items (as well as product information, specs and recipes) are available here on our website. Just enter one of these recipes in the search box above or click below on the fruit you want to work with...it's that easy!

Questions? Contact your broker representative or either Lina Tailor our customer service manager (630-451-3150 ltailor@gagefoods.com) or Ken Hillman (khillman@gagefoods.com) for more information or to place your order.

April 2010 Commodity Update

The 2009-2010 School Year has seen one of the biggest offerings of bonus commodities we've seen in a very long time!

We have pulled together all of the Gage Foods products and recipes that can be used in combination with 09-10 BONUS COMMODITIES. This helps you lower food costs, and best utilize labor! It’s a win-win!

PLEASE NOTE: If you have commodities that you are looking to use, and don’t see them in the list below, just put the word in the search box (top right of your screen) and click on the magnifying glass. This will search our extensive archives for recipes which work with that commodity.

To receive a personalized Commodities Action Plan in 24 HOURS – simply email a list of your commodities (with quantities PLEASE!) to commodities@gagefoods.com. We will send you a list of recipes which work with those commodities within 24 hours.

CURRENT BONUS OFFERINGS ARE:
(SCHOOL YEAR 2010)

Bonus Commodity Apple Slices

Many schools will be getting frozen bulk apple slices. However, a different type of Bonus Commodity Apple Slices will be delivered to schools in five states that agreed to be a part of a pilot project this year - California, New York, Michigan, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. These will be packaged in 2 ounce pouches and delivered between the months of March and June.

Bonus Commodity Applesauce

Bonus Commodity Applesauce is going to be available brown box in a lot of states this year. Although great as a side on its own, you can use a lot more of it when integrating it into some of your bakery items (and improve flavor and texture at the same time)!

Bonus Commodity Apricots

Whether they are fresh, frozen, or canned, Commodity Apricots can sometimes be difficult to incorporate on a menu. Click here for a few ideas from Gage Foods.

Bonus Commodity Blueberries

Blueberries are a fantastic source of vitamins and minerals. Unfortunately most students prefer NOT to eat this fruit plain.

Click here for a few great recipes that incorporate Commodity Frozen Blueberries but NOT the sugar or fats associated with most bakery options.

Bonus Commodity Cheddar Cheese

If you ask us, Bonus Commodity Cheddar Cheese is one of the best BONUS Opportunities out there this year. Not only is it highly accepted among students, it is also very versatile and an inexpensive source of protein!

Click here for some very inexpensive recipes!

Bonus Commodity Cherries

Bonus Commodity Cherries are everywhere!!! You may be getting cherries in various forms depending on your state. But whether you receive canned, dried, or frozen cherries, click here to learn about some new Gage recipes that utilize them effectively!

Bonus Commodity Great Northern Beans

Great Northern Beans, sometimes referred to as white beans, are going to be available as a bonus commodity in limited states.

Bonus Commodity Mozzarella Cheese

Bonus Commodity Mozzarella Cheese is available! Now is a great time to find low cost, low labor ways to put out home-made pastas, pizzas, and more! Gage has some great items to help make that happen.

Bonus Commodity Pork - Ham and Leg Roasts