SBHS: A School Full of Thanks
Thanksgiving is a day of family, food, and gratitude. A day where we take a moment to push aside the negativity and doubt in our minds and instead pause and reflect on the blessings we’ve been given, on the joy we experience in life. San Bernardino High School is no different. A random sampling of the staff and students on our campus reveals much about … Continue reading SBHS: A School Full of Thanks
Black Friday 101
The History of Black Friday Black Friday is the day where many of us spend hours outside in the freezing cold waiting for the amazing sales. But how did this day even begin? During the Great Depression, Thanksgiving used to be on the fifth week of November. However, retailers warned that their stores will go bankrupt thanks to the short shopping season. As a result, … Continue reading Black Friday 101
Schmidt Family Thanksgiving Stuffing
A twist on the traditional Thanksgiving stuffing. The Granny Smith apples not only provide a textual crunch to a traditionally soft side, but bring a surprisingly welcome tartness and freshness to the dish as well while the pecans bring a nutty warmth to the dish. Ingredients: Mrs. Cubbinson’s Traditional Stuffing Butter Celery Onion Garlic Oregano Sage Granny Smith apples, diced into 1/4 inch pieces Pecans … Continue reading Schmidt Family Thanksgiving Stuffing
Chocolate Turtle Apple Slices
Ingredients 2 large Fuji apples 3 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 tablespoon of coconut oil 1 cup of caramels Chopped pecans Popsicle sticks Parchment paper Instructions Slice the apples into 1/2″ pieces then make a little slit on the bottom of each apple slice to make it easier to insert the popsicle stick Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave for 2 min. Stir … Continue reading Chocolate Turtle Apple Slices
Thanksgiving: What’s on Your Plate?
Thanksgiving is a holiday centered around family and food and tradition. People eat different types of food for Thanksgiving and one of our SBHS students, Lisa Ly, shared her family’s traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Lisa’s family eats mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, veggies, turkey, glazed ham, dinner roll breads, stir fried noodles, fried rice, and salads, with pumpkin pie for dessert. She celebrates it with her … Continue reading Thanksgiving: What’s on Your Plate?
Pumpkin Bread Pudding
This warm and comforting dessert is tasty way to round out your Thanksgiving menu. Your family and friends are sure to enjoy this classic holiday treat! Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 3 cups milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 3 eggs 6 cups bread cubes ½ cup currants ½ … Continue reading Pumpkin Bread Pudding
Thanksgiving Sweet Ham Recipe
This ham recipe is a sweet and savory alternative to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinner. All you’ll need is a ham, canned pineapples, brown sugar, and toothpicks. PREPARATION: Place ham in a casserole dish. Separate pineapple juice from the can and pour into a cup. Pour the juice over the ham. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the ham. Use toothpicks to secure the slices of … Continue reading Thanksgiving Sweet Ham Recipe
Libby’s Classic Pumpkin Roll
An easy fall dessert that is a perfect finish to your Thanksgiving dinner is a spiced pumpkin roll filled with silky, sweet cream cheese. This recipe is easy to make, freezes well for future parties, and is light yet sweet enough to satisfy turkey-filled bellies craving just a bit of dessert. CAKE:1/4 cup powdered sugar3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon … Continue reading Libby’s Classic Pumpkin Roll
Teriyaki Chicken
Savory with just a hint of sweetness, this tasty meal is not only healthy, but quick and easy to make as well. You will no longer need to purchase bottled teriyaki sauce after seeing how easy it is to make your own – and how much better it tastes too! Ingredients: Sauce: ⅓ cup soy sauce ¼ cup rice wine vinegar 1 tsp. sesame oil … Continue reading Teriyaki Chicken
Halloween Around the World
Halloween is one of the most celebrated holidays in America and around the world. It is a time where children and adults dress in Halloween costumes and walk around their neighborhoods to get candy; or what is also known as “Trick-or-treating.” Many people think Halloween is mostly an American tradition, however, it’s not. While it may not be called Halloween in other countries or celebrated … Continue reading Halloween Around the World
