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…
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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…
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…
Yogurt Parfait
Adapted from Chilton Public Schools, WI What a great way to serve a Grab and Go breakfast! Combining local yogurt, USDA frozen fruits, fresh seasonal berries, or dried Wisconsin cranberries, and sweet, local honey to create a fantastic healthy start to the school day. This is a food service and CACFP recipe for local dairy,…
Pumpkin Dip
Adapted from CA Farm to School Network, Urban & Enviromental Policy Institute Occidental College This tasty, creamy dip will win over your little eaters. Use this recipe as an Autumn taste test! This is a CACFP autumn recipe for pumpkin. Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time1 hr Cook Time1 hr Total Time2 hr Yield16 Serving…
Fresh Spinach and Grapefruit Salad
Adapted from CA Farm to School Network An easy to prepare salad with a quick homemade dressing is sure to entice your young eaters to try fresh spinach! This is a CACFP recipe for local spinach. Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time10 min Cook Time10 min Total Time20 min Yield10 servings Serving Size1 cup…
Zucchini Muffins
Adapted from Chatlaine What a wonderful way to feature zucchini and local yogurt in a moist and delicious muffin. This is a food service and CACFP fall recipe for zucchini and local dairy. Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time15 min Cook Time25 min Total Time40 min Yield75 Serving Size(1) 2.25 oz Energy172 cal HAACP Process2…
Parmesan Green Beans
Adapted from: Laura Fuentes What a great way to entice young eaters to try fresh green beans! This is a CACFP recipe for Green Beans. Cooking and prep level: Basic. Prep Time15 min Cook Time15 min Total Time30 min Yield11 Serving Size1/3 cup Energy25 cal HAACP Process2 Cuisine American USDA Meal Components 1/4 cup vegetable…
Beet and Carrot Latkes
Adapted from: Today's Parent Trying to get your young eaters to try beets? Combine beets with sweeter carrots in a yummy latke and watch your kids eat them up! This is a CACFP recipe for Beets and Carrots. Cooking and prep level: Intermediate. Prep Time15 min Cook Time10 min Total Time25 min Yield(8) 5.5 oz Serving…