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Between the Bread: Nutrition Packed Sandwiches ($)
Whether you’re gearing up for field trips or planning outdoor meal adventures, sandwiches are a summertime’s best friend. Say hello to creative combinations of textures, colors and flavors all nestled between two slices of bread. We’ll explore how to make this mealtime classic into another #CACFPCreditable addition to your menu, just in time for summer!
Read MoreProvolone, Mozzarella, and Cheddar, Oh My! Crediting Cheese in the CACFP ($)
Cheese is more than just a delicious addition to meals; it plays a crucial role in meeting nutritional requirements. However, the variety of cheeses available, including the plant-based options, can make measurement and crediting a challenging task. Learn to navigate how cheese is creditable in the CACFP, understand the rules and regulations, and accurately measure the different types of cheeses in CACFP settings. Discover cheesy tips and new recipes to add to your menu.
Read MoreAge-Defying Flavors: Recipes for Older Adults
May is Older Americans Month and we’re celebrating the invaluable contributions of the older adult members within our community. Join us to discover how to adapt CACFP recipes to align with the changing needs and tastes of older adults. Gain insights into modifying recipes to cater to their distinct taste profiles and nutritional needs, ensuring meals that are both satisfying and health-supportive for our revered community members.
Read MoreNavigating Special Diets ($)
Allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities. What is the difference between the three? Learn how to navigate proper documentation, communication, and compliance to foster a safe environment for children with special dietary needs and requests.
Read MoreGrowing Healthy Foundations: Farm to ECE Made Easy ($)
Farm to Early Care and Education (ECE) is not limited to traditional farming practices but includes everyday tasks that contribute to children’s learning and development. Explore how simple actions, like buying local produce and promoting healthy eating, align with learning standards for children aged 0-5. Discover how you may already be integrating Farm to ECE into your daily routine.
Read MoreChildhood Obesity Prevention & Early Nutrition Education ($)
Receiving nutritious meals early in life, as well as being physically active, is critical to the establishment of positive lifelong habits. Discover how teaching children about healthy eating from a young age can positively impact their cognitive, emotional, and physical development to help prevent childhood obesity.
Read MoreHeartful Choices: Keeping Children Healthy ($)
February is American Heart Month! As love fills the air and hearts take center stage, it’s the ideal time to get tips to make recipes heart healthy and to learn fun ideas on how to keep children active.
Read MoreGet the Scoop! Emerging CACFP Food Trends in 2024 ($)
Out with the old, in with the new! We’re dishing out recipe ideas to kickstart the new year. Get ready to tantalize taste buds and inspire young eaters with the latest trends and delicious dishes. Explore what’s on the plate for 2024!
Read MoreTransitioning to Solid Foods: Safe Approaches for Infant Feeding Styles ($)
The internet is abuzz with various approaches to introducing solid foods to infants, but which methods are the safest? Understand the distinctions between feeding styles, such as conventional or baby led weaning. Gain insights into how to ensure the safety of the foods you offer, implement responsive feeding practices, and prevent choking hazards.
Read MoreInfant Meal Pattern: What Foods Are Creditable and When? ($)
Do you have a mix of infants and toddlers in your care? Following two different meal patterns can be challenging since there are foods that are creditable in one and not the other. Learn how to identify creditable foods that can be served to infants while adhering to the CACFP meal pattern requirements.  
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