Nutrition
Orange Cranberry Mascarpone Jelly Roll
Orange Cranberry Mascarpone Jelly Roll I used Satsuma Mandarin oranges for this rather than your usual navel orange, so I used the zest and juice of three oranges. If I had larger ones, I would have only done 2, BUT I liked the leaves still attached to the Satsumas to make the cake presentation … Continued
Back to School Meal Planning and Prep
By Alexandra James, Dietetic Intern with Maine Dairy & Nutrition Council After summer, getting back to a schedule when the kids go back to school can be stressful. This often means earlier mornings, earlier bedtimes, and busier days. On a busy night, one of the last things we want to think about is making dinner. … Continued
Summer’s finest – make the most of strawberry season
I stock our fridge with strawberries year-round – the main reason being that if I can’t get my 4-year-old to eat much else that is nutritious on any given day, I can at least get her to eat strawberries. They are an excellent source of Vitamin C as well as offering fiber, potassium, magnesium … Continued
Power snacks for back to school
By Matthew Walker, UMaine Dietetic Intern Don’t look now, but fall is all but here. The end of summer means two things — blueberry season has come to an end as we close in on apple picking season, and school is starting back up. Kids are excited to be back and see their friends daily, … Continued
Breakfast Pizza with Cheddar Buttermilk Biscuit Crust
Ingredients For Crust (this crust fits a standard baking sheet) 1 ½ cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup or 1 stick cold butter 3/4 cup buttermilk 1/3 cup shredded cheddar (use a bacon or seasoned cheddar for a special treat) Optional chives, rosemary or other seasonings Pizza topping 8 eggs 1/2 cup … Continued
Upside-Down Buttermilk Honey Berry Cake
Baked in a skillet, this upside-down cake is simple and beautiful. Though a bit rustic-looking, it tastes delicious with some whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. You can also add some more fresh fruit on top if you would like. Ingredients 2 cups flour 1 tsp. baking powder 2 eggs 1 cup … Continued
What People Have to Say
Maine Dairy and Nutrition Council works with schools across the state, offering grants each year for needed school nutrition equipment.
Ellen Dore, RSU 16
The staff loves them (the red coolers) because they are just the right size for milk, pack out field trips and they keep everything cold. Kids at the summer camp help to unload the van and it's a competition as to who can carry the red bag by themselves without needing help (Milk helps to grow muscles twice-once to carry it and twice drinking it!) Once again, the red cooler bags helped to make the summer a success!!!
Mary Sue Thompson, Machias
The smoothie machine prompted creativity from our kitchen staff, and the students now appreciate the variety in their breakfasts. Support like this helps small rural schools offer diverse menu options.
Perley Martin, RSU 71
Thank you so much for your continued partnership to make our program better.
Tammy Connors, RSU 74
All of the RSU #74 schools have been fortunate to receive generous support, encouragement and funding from the Maine Dairy & Nutrition Council. Most recently, our High School received a needed Milk Barrel in the fitting Cow Pattern to go along with our farming communities. Our 3 elementary schools have held many friendly competitions to raise awareness of the importance of healthy habits & drinking vitamin rich milk. The support we have received over the years is invaluable and provides not only the financial support but resources and knowledge to help us all, in the classrooms and kitchens, to educate students on the importance of making life-long healthy choices.
Tyler Guerin, Portland Public Schools Nutrition Program
They (red insulated coolers) were essential in serving our community during the summer months, allowing our program to focus on meal quality without worrying about limited cooler space.
Melissa Belanger, RSU 87
The addition of the yogurt bar to our breakfast has given the students participating more choices which I believe has helped us to keep our numbers where they are at now. We are so appreciative of this grant and all it has helped us to accomplish.
