Ranch Seasoning Blend Adapted from The Pioneer Woman A popular seasoning, Ranch, is better when you make the seasning blend from scratch. Reduce sodium and increase flavor with this handy, shelf stable seasoning. This is a food service and CACFP recipe for Spice It Up! Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time15 min Yield1 1/4…
Biryani Spice Blend
Biryani Spice Blend Making your own spice blends saves money, reduces sodium and allows you to make flavor adjustments. This is a food service and CACFP recipe for Spice It Up! Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time15 min Yield1/4 cup HAACP Processno cook Ingredients 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons ground coriander 2…
Rhubarb Baked Beans
Rhubarb Baked Beans Adapted from Midwest Living Rhubarb is so versatile! This local gem is wonderful in baked goods and adds a wonderful depth of flavor to side dishes and entrees. This is a family and CACFP spring recipe for local, fresh rhubarb. Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time15 min Cook Time45 min Total…
Easy Rhubarb Jam
Easy Rhubarb Jam Adapted from Recipe Fiction THis is an easy way to make homemade jam with the kiddos- with an added bonus. You can freeze it, keeping it for up to 6 months or refrigerate it for 1 month. This is a family and CACFP spring recipe for local, fresh rhubarb. Cooking and prep…
Radish, Carrot and Edamame Stir Fry
Radish, Carrot and Edamame Stir Fry Adapted from Fine Cooking Try serving radishes as an ingredient in a stir fry to allow your little eaters to experience a different taste profile. This is a family and CACFP spring and fall recipe for radish and carrots. Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time20 min Cook Time10…
The Universal Spice Blend
The Universal Seasoning Mix Adapted from Taste of Home Save money, reduce sodium and improve the flavor of your recipes by creating your own spice blends! This is a food service and CACFP Spice It Up recipe for a dried seasoning blend. Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time15 min Total Time15 min…
Mardi Gras Rice
Adapted from GeniusKitchen.com This is a great way to bring local grains into your food service menu while celebrating a mid-winter holiday. This is a winter school food service recipe for local grains, onions and cabbage. Cooking and prep level: basic. Prep Time20 min Cook Time1 hr 10 min Total Time1 hr 30 min Yield100…
Korean Bi Bim Bap Bowl
Adapted from The Lunch Box A wonderful all-in-one rice bowl dish, Bi Bim Bop combines rice, veggies, and spice to create a tasty Korean staple! This is a school food service recipe for cucumbers, spinach, cabbage, and carrots. Cooking and prep level: Intermediate. Prep Time1 hr 15 min Cook Time45 min Total Time2 hr Yield100…
Spanakopita Grilled Cheese
Adapted from The Lunchbox What a great way to upgrade grilled cheese! This is a school food service recipe for Dairy and Spinach. Cooking and Prep level: Basic. Prep Time55 min Cook Time45 min Total Time1 hr 40 min Yield100 Serving Size1 Energy481 cal HAACP ProcessSame Day Cuisine Greek-American Course Main Course USDA Meal Components…
Baked Potato Cupcakes
Adapted from Midwest Dairy A wonderful way to feature local potatoes and local dairy- all wrapped up in an easy and fun cupcake! This is a CACFP and school recipe for potatoes and dairy. Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time30 min Cook Time1 hr 20 min Total Time1 hr 50 min Yield45 Serving Size4.8 oz…