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Dip into Summer Fun: Dips in the CACFP ($)
It’s time to dip into something delicious! Join us to mix up some summer-inspired dip recipes that are #CACFPCreditable and kid-approved.
Read MoreServing with Care: Food Safety 101 ($)
Gain the confidence to ensure a safe and healthy kitchen environment for the children or adults in your care. This training introduces the four key principles of food safety-Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill—equipping you with the knowledge to prevent foodborne illness in our most vulnerable populations.
Read MoreHunger, Health and How Early Care Settings Can Help ($)
While hunger and nutrition insecurity pose similarities, they also have distinct differences. Additionally, a lack of access to healthy food affects early childhood development.
Read MoreHelping Selective Eaters Succeed ($)
Have you ever wondered why some children refuse to eat the foods on your menu, no matter their variation or relevancy?
Read MoreFresh Foods, Flavors and Kitchen Ingredients ($)
Do you feel as if the food you serve is bland and lacks appeal? Is serving fresh fruits and vegetables hard to implement?
Read MoreBe a Kid’s Hero: Food and Nutrient Acceptance in the Early Years ($)
Complementary foods, those other than breast milk or infant formula, are typically introduced around six months of age and ensure adequate nutrition as the baby grows.
Read MoreVegetables in the CACFP ($)
Vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals and fiber to support growing bodies. But getting kids excited about eating them? That’s where strategy and creativity come in. We’ll focus on practical, easy-to-implement ways to serve vegetables in the CACFP meal pattern.
Read MoreFruits in the CACFP ($)
Fruit not only adds color and sweetness to a meal but provides essential nutrients too! Whether fresh, frozen, canned or dried they provide the vitamins and fiber that growing children need.
Read MoreMeats & Meat Alternates in the CACFP ($)
Meats and meat alternates provide the protein kids need to grow, stay strong and stay full longer. From chicken and eggs to yogurt and beans, there are plenty of ways to serve protein-packed meals.
Read MoreGrains in the CACFP ($)
Grains are a key part of the CACFP meal pattern, providing the energy kids need to learn, play and grow. From whole grain-rich bread to pasta, knowing what counts and how much to serve is essential for meeting meal pattern requirements.
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