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November 8, 2022 eNews
Easy Chicken and Egg Noodle SoupNovember 12 is National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day. Try out this Asian-inspired twist on the classic chicken noodle soup, sure to warm your participants up on a chilly afternoon. One serving provides 1 1/2 oz meat, 1/4 cup vegetable and 1/2 oz eq grains. Get the Recipe for 6, 25 or 50 Servings |
Using the Nutrition Facts Label in the CACFPThe Nutrition Facts Label is an important part of operating the CACFP, as you'll use it often to calculate ounce equivalents in grains or determine sugar levels in yogurt and cereal. Learn more about how the Nutrition Facts Label can also help you make healthy choices for your participants with this worksheet from USDA Team Nutrition. Download the Worksheet in English and Spanish |
Industry Partner SpotlightDiversified Foods is a family-owned company in Metairie, LA. Family is extremely important to Diversified Foods and all of its employees and customers. They are grateful for their customers and consider them as extended family. Diversified Foods has over 32 years of experience with production, manufacturing, inventory, shipping and accounting. They continue to diversify in their products and packaging daily. Diversified Foods - THE source for shelf stable milk! Learn More About Diversified Foods |
CACFP Professionals SpotlightShowcase your knowledge of child nutrition and the CACFP by joining Lanita Yazzie and Leslie Oliver in earning your CACFP Professional Certification. You may already meet the requirements. |
Racial Justice Resources with Sesame Street in CommunitiesAll kids need a strong individual and group identity, but racism hurts the healthy development of both. Providers can begin building racial literacy in their little ones by engaging openly and honestly in these conversations. Join Sesame Street in Communities to explore resources that celebrate race, stand tall and address racism! Wednesday, November 16 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern |
Featured Member ResourceDo you know what the nutrition profile of dairy milk is? Unsure if your participant requesting a milk substitute has a preference or a disability? Our new members-only resource on substituting milk in the CACFP answers commonly-asked questions surrounding the topic. Not a member? Join today. |
World Kindness DayNovember 13 is World Kindness Day. Download this free activity page for some ideas on how to spread kindness in your everyday life. |
Open Positions in the CACFPLooking for a new path in your career? There are currently two open positions on our job board, including one to join the team here at NCA. Do you have a position that you're looking to fill? NCA members can post to our job board through their Info Hub. |
Join the Food ProgramServing meals and snacks in your family day care home or child/adult care center? Join the food program today to get funds as reimbursement for serving #CACFPCreditable meals and snacks. |