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Thursday, September 26, 2024

Fw: Looking for Menu Planning Inspiration?

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Share this opportunity for food service providers to menu plan!

May Tsupros  (they/them)

Director, Farm to Institution Programs 

Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems 

College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Natural Resources Building, Room 312A

480 Wilson Rd., East Lansing MI


Michigan State University occupies the ancestral, traditional, and contemporary Lands of the Anishinaabeg–Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi peoples. The University resides on Land ceded in the 1819 Treaty of Saginaw.


From: National CACFP Sponsors Association <nca@cacfp.org>
Sent: Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:41 AM
To: Tsupros, May <tsupros1@msu.edu>
Subject: Looking for Menu Planning Inspiration?
 

Unlock your inner chef and elevate your menu planning skills!

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Join us on Zoom for the Menu Planning in the CACFP Boot Camp on November 20-21. Want to know what we've got in store for you? Keep reading to view all of our sessions.


What will you get from this Boot Camp?

  • An understanding of CACFP menu requirements
  • Ideas on budget-friendly and accessible foods
  • Valuable insights from kitchen professionals
Level Up Your Menu Planning

Take a Look at What We've Got Planned

Wednesday, November 20


Meal Pattern Basics

Centers, family child care homes, and after-school care play a critical role in serving nutritious foods to those they serve. The CACFP guides you on how to provide healthy meals using five meal components which make up the meal service requirements: grains, fruits, vegetables, meats/meat alternates, and milk. Learn when these are required and how they fit into the CACFP meal pattern.

Presented by: Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association 


Menu Planning: Your Guide to Success

Do you love menu planning or are you unsure where to begin? Learn what to consider when developing a cycle menu or planning meals one week at a time. Receive new, easy recipe ideas that are sure to become favorites at your center or in your family child care home! Identify the differences between a cycle menu and weekly menu. Explore the step-by-step process of menu development, from concept ideation to finalization.  

Presented by: Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association 

 

Procuring Local Foods for Child Nutrition Programs

From beef and bison in Montana to apples in Michigan and radishes in Rhode Island, local foods are on the menu for children across the country. Local procurement not only supports increasing economic opportunities for local farmers, but also helps child care institutions incorporate wholesome local foods into program meals and encourages children to make healthy food choices. Learn how local foods can meet meal pattern requirements, understand what is required when purchasing local foods, and get the resources you need for procuring them.  

Presented by:

Melissa Daigle-Katz, MPH, USDA Food and Nutrition Service

Lissa Ong, MPH, RDN, USDA Food and Nutrition Service

 

Using the Food Buying Guide for Menu Development

Unlock the full potential of the USDA's Food Buying Guide (FBG) for Child Nutrition Programs. Learn how to access the FBG, create an account, and utilize its tools to plan nutritious, compliant, and cost-effective meals. We'll guide you through the FBG yield tables, meal components, and selecting the right food items for your recipes. Don't miss this chance to streamline your meal planning and ensure dietary guidelines are met with ease! 

Presented by: Brittany Gorman, MPH, RDN, USDA Food and Nutrition Service 

 

Best Practices for Budgeting for Meals & Snacks

Every penny counts at child care centers and family child care homes. Discover the secrets to stretching your CACFP budget without compromising on quality. Gain fun, practical tips on planning, purchasing, and preparing nutritious, high-quality meals that kids will love—all while staying within budget. Learn how to make the most of your resources and create delicious, healthy meals that are both budget-friendly and nutritious.  

Presented by: Kerry Riter, The Centers 

Thursday, November 21


The Efficient Chef: Maximizing Your Kitchen Potential

Discover strategies to optimize your kitchen workflow and unleash your inner chef! Learn effective cooking preparation techniques when using multiple kitchen appliances, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Get time management skills to streamline your cooking process, reducing stress and increasing output. Expect practical tips and expert insights to help you maximize your kitchen efficiency. 

Presented by: Gregory Williams, CEC, MBA, San Antonio Food Bank

 

Plant-Forward Menus: A Guide to Successful Integration

There's never been a better time to add more plant-based options to your program's menu! Discover how to identify the health and environmental benefits of eating and serving plant-based foods. Learn how to source, prepare, and successfully market plant-based options. Get free resources to create more plant-forward menus.

Presented by: Kate Jarvis, The Humane Society of the United States

 

Adapting Menus for Special Diets

Are you wondering how to navigate food allergies and create safe meals for the children in your care while participating in the CACFP? Learn the differences between various types of special diets and how to prepare these foods to meet CACFP guidelines. Know what a meal modification is, how to serve modified meals, and how to navigate through meal modification scenarios. 

Presented by: Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association 

 

Flavorful Cooking Using Herbs and Spices

Are you wondering how to navigate food allergies and create safe meals for the children in your care while participating in the CACFP? Learn the differences between various types of special diets and how to prepare these foods to meet CACFP guidelines. Know what a meal modification is, how to serve modified meals, and how to navigate through meal modification scenarios.

Presented by: Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association 

 

Menus on Your Mind? Ask Us Anything

Still have pressing questions about menu planning? Get your answers from the experts in our speed round of Q&A. We'll address as many questions as possible, share essential resources, and equip you with all the tools you need to kickstart your menu planning journey. 

Presented by:

Lisa Mack, National CACFP Sponsors Association 

Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association 

Jami Rokala, MS, RDN, LD, CLC, CMP, CCNP, Headwaters Nutrition Counseling


On-Demand Sessions

 

Beyond Beginners: Next Level Menu Planning

Navigating the complexities of developing a CACFP menu can often be overwhelming and confusing. What crucial information should you include on the menu to be in compliance? Do you include ounce equivalency, serving size, or both? Moreover, are there specific documents you should maintain while planning your menu? Learn how to create menus stress-free while meeting CACFP requirements.

Presented by: Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association 

 

Crediting Recipes in the CACFP

Maybe you love to develop delicious recipes, or a parent has shared one of their family favorites, but you are not sure how to make it creditable in the CACFP. Learn key tips and methods on how to evaluate recipes to ensure they are #CACFPCreditable as we guide you through our recipe crediting worksheet. 

Presented by: Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association 

 

Crediting Recipes for Centers

Now that you've watched "Crediting Recipes in the CACFP," we'll go a step further and apply what we know about crediting recipes for centers. Learn how to evaluate and scaleup recipes while ensuring they are CACFP creditable. Become confident in developing your own #CACFPCreditable recipes to make and serve to those in your care. 

Presented by: Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association 

 

Culturally Receptive Meals

News flash! One of our little ones may be a new arrival from Afghanistan or a returnee in their second year with us whose parent(s) hail from Guatemala. Move over Sloppy Joe and Frittata, we want Lavash and Rellenitos too. What better way could there be to learn about other cultures than with food?

Presented by: Kent Williamson, Children's Aid New York City

 

Can't make it to the live sessions? Your registration includes on-demand access through December 5, 2024.


Early registration is $149 for members and $199 for non-members through November 6. Standard registration is $199 for members and $249 for non-members from November 7-13. Late registration is $249 for members and $299 for non-members after November 13.

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