Posts Tagged ‘meal pattern’
Crediting Basics and Beyond: An In-Depth Look at the Crediting Handbook for the CACFP
Join the USDA for this interactive session on the new Crediting Handbook for CACFP. We will review the ins and outs of each of the five required meal components, discuss both creditable and non-creditable food items, and engage the audience in hands-on crediting exercises. You won’t want to miss it!
Read MoreServing Snacks in the CACFP (Servir meriendas o refrigerios en el Programa de Alimentos para el Cuidado de Niños y Adultos)
This webinar will show CACFP operators how to plan and prepare snacks for children and adults in their care.
Este seminario web les muestra a los operadores del CACFP cómo planear y preparar meriendas/refrigerios reembolsables para los niños y adultos en su cuidado.
Read MoreMore on Meal Patterns
We’re here to clarify your meal pattern questions! At this free training, we will answer commonly asked questions, show how to access training from USDA Team Nutrition, and explore online resources.
Read MoreUsing the Nutrition Facts Label in the CACFP (El uso de la etiqueta de información nutricional en el CACFP)
This webinar shows Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) operators how to use the Nutrition Facts label to identify items that may be served at reimbursable meals and snacks.
. Este seminario web muestra cómo usar la etiqueta de información nutricional para identificar alimentos que se pueden servir en comidas o meriendas reembolsables.
Read MoreCN Labels & Product Formulation Statements: Hands-On Practice
When should you request a CN Label or PFS? Is the crediting documentation for your product acceptable? Get clarity on common issues related to inaccurate or misleading product documentation. USDA will provide guidance on accepting documentation for meal pattern requirements and share sample Product Formulation Statements and CN Labels. Learn how to assess crediting documentation using sample CN Labels and Product Formulation Statements.
Read MoreCreditable Meals in the CACFP: Be in the Know
Get hands-on experience to successfully meet the CACFP meal pattern requirements with newly released or updated tools that can help you credit, purchase, and serve meals to program participants. Take a deep-dive into newly creditable foods in the CACFP and learn about the Crediting Handbook for the CACFP. Download the Food Buying Guide mobile app before attending the workshop.
Read MoreIdentifying Whole Grain-Rich in the CACFP
Serving whole grain-rich (WGR) grains is an important element of the meal pattern. Learn how to identify which product meet the whole grain-rich regulations. Trainers can use this workshops to support CACFP participants.
Read MoreGrain-Based Desserts in the CACFP (Postres a base de granos en el CACFP)
This webinar will focus on how Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) operators can identify grain-based desserts, and use this knowledge to plan menus that meet program requirements.
Este seminario web se enfoca en cómo los operadores del CACFP pueden usar la lista de ingredientes de los alimentos para identificar postres a base de granos, y usar este conocimiento para planificar menús que cumplan con los requisitos del programa.
Read MoreCrediting Popcorn, Hominy, Corn Masa and Masa Harina in CNPs
The webinar provides an overview of the crediting updates resulting from the Request for Information for these foods and provide crediting technical assistance with hands-on practice specifically for Popcorn, Hominy, Corn Masa, and Masa Harina.
Read MoreServing Vegetables in the CACFP (Servir vegetales en el CACFP)
This webinar will focus on creative and appealing ways to offer vegetables at meals and snacks in the CACFP.
Este seminario web se enfoca en maneras creativas y apetitosas de ofrecer vegetales en comidas y meriendas en el CACFP.
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