Creamy Wild Rice

Continue celebrating Native American Heritage Month with this recipe from USDA Team Nutrition. Wild rice has long been a staple of the Native American Diet, especially among the Ojibwa, Chippewa, Menominee, Cree and Sioux nations.

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8 Non-Food Thanksgiving Ideas

It’s nearly Thanksgiving, and we know you have a special meal planned, but what about the rest of the day’s celebrations? Delicious turkey and sides are only part of a party! Here are eight other ways to make meaning on the most thankful day of the year.

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Determining Ounce Equivalents of Grains in CACFP Recipes

Preparing recipes from scratch is a fun, and sometimes interactive, way to serve foods in the CACFP. But how do you know you're serving the required amount of grains? Use this worksheet from USDA Team Nutrition to make sure your homemade recipes are #CACFPCreditable.

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Last Day to Apply for Scholarships

We want to help spread the word about the benefits of being on the Child and Adult Care Food Program, which is why we're giving out 5,000 scholarships to attend the Power of the Food Program by teaming up with organizations across the country. Today (November 15) is the last day to apply, so be sure to submit your application by the end of the day!

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Industry Partner Spotlight

The National Peanut Board works to improve the economic condition of America’s peanut farmers and their families through compelling promotion and groundbreaking research. Peanuts are a healthy, affordable, delicious, plant-based food with 7 grams of protein per serving. Since 2001, NPB has invested more than $33 million in food allergy research, education and outreach. A core part of their work is encouraging infant caregivers to help prevent peanut allergy in the next generation. The latest federal guidelines recommend introducing peanut-containing foods when other complementary foods are introduced as early as 4-6 months.

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CACFP Professionals Spotlight

With access to resources, trainings and guidance within the CACFP, a professional certification shows your dedication to the program. Join Christine Gillison and Donna Pepper by pursuing your CCNP or CMP today.

How to Credit 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.

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Join the #NationalCACFP community on Facebook for crafts, snacks and other clever ideas shared daily. Get a dose of what's in the news, policy changes and CACFP-specific issues. Resources, printables, partner resources and more!

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Giving Thanks: Turkey Talk & More

Want to know what a #CACFPCreditable meal looks like for Thanksgiving? Last year, we hosted a webinar covering just that, and you can watch it on-demand. Not serving turkey? We also cover meat alternates, favorite sides and whole grain-rich ideas.

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Turkey Trot

Let your participants work on their fine motor skills with this Thanksgiving-themed activity.

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Featured Member Resource

Want more Thanksgiving resources to prepare for next week? If you're an NCA member, you have access to our exclusive Thanksgiving activity page. Not a member? Join today.

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