Recipes
Lentil Bolognese
A hearty comfort food featuring lentils simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Serve over penne or spaghetti pasta, or toss with ziti and top with Parmesan cheese.
Sriracha Chickpea Salad
This vegetarian version of classic chicken salad can be served as a sandwich, a wrap, or atop a salad. Smashed chickpeas, celery, mayonnaise, sriracha, and lemon provide a delicious base recipe.
Beef Taco
A no-fail lunch that students are sure to love. Seasoned beef crumbles are added to warmed taco shells with lettuce, tomato and cheese. Delicious!
Taco Salad
Ground beef, kidney beans, cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomatoes are served with tortilla chips and salsa. Alternatively, you can serve this salad within a large taco shell.
Spicy Sweetpotato Enchiladas
Packed with sweetpotatoes, two kinds of beans and the best seasonings, these enchiladas are a flavorful, colorful vegetarian option.
Three Sisters Soup, Vermont Feed
Featuring the three sisters – corn, squash and beans, this soup is flavored with coriander, cumin and garlic. This delicoius dish keeps kids warm and full.
Burke County Congo Chicken
These sweet and spicy drumsticks are a must try! Honey, mustard and curry powder give this main dish exceptional flavor.
Steak and Rice Burrito (Carne Asada)
A traditional Carne Asada flavor with seasoned rice and melted cheese. Serve with a side of Tortilla Chips, Salsa and Plantains for complete meal!
Toasted Cheese Sandwich, USDA
You can never go wrong with a toasted cheese sandwich! This oven-baked sandwich is crispy on the outside and gooey in the middle. Pair this classic with some tomato soup and you’ll have kid-favorite!
Chicken Alfredo With a Twist
This rich and creamy recipe gives ordinary chicken alfredo a healthy twist, combining fat-free half and half with canned cream of chicken soup and whole-grain rotini noodles.