The Healthy Family
A Newsletter from the Food and Nutrition Services Department Willmar, New London-Spicer, Montevideo, and Community Christian Schools Felicia Kittok, RDN Nutrition Coordinator Willmar Public Schools Editor
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November Highlights: National Diabetes Month National Sandwich Day (Nov. 3) Veterans Day (Nov. 11) Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (Nov. 11-19) Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 23)
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Eight Foods That Can Be Stored for Many Years When stored properly, these everyday items last for years—sometimes decades—even after they’ve been opened. They’ll lose very little, if any of their original quality as time passes. So think twice before tossing on of these items. If you’ve been handling it correctly by storing it covered in a cool, dry location at room temperature of 60-70 degrees F, chances are it is just fine. 1. Honey. Pure honey is as durable as it is delicious, it keeps safe indefinitely. Honey may change color or crystalize over time, but that won’t make it unsafe. Store in a cool area and keep tightly closed. Revive crystallized honey by placing the open jar in warm water and stirring until dissolved. 2. Rice. White, Wild, Arborio, Jasmine and Basmati Rice all have an indefinite shelf life, when kept free of contaminants. The exception: Brown Rice. Thanks to it’s higher oil content, it won’t keep nearly as long. Store in a cool, dry area. Once opened, place rice in a sealed airtight container or place original package in a re-sealable heavy duty freezer bag. For added protection, store rice in the refrigerator or freezer. 3. Sugar. White, Brown or Powdered Sugar never spoils because they don’t support bacterial growth. The real challenge is to prevent it from becoming rock-hard and keep the bugs out. Keep sugar in a cool, dry area. To prevent sugar from hardening after opening, place it in an airtight container or cover the original package in a heavy -duty plastic bag and seal tightly.
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4. Maple Syrup. Pure maple syrup not only makes your pancakes special, it adds tremendous flavor to a whole range of dishes. Best of all, it keeps forever in the freezer. Refrigerate after opening. For long-term storage, freeze maple syrup in airtight plastic containers.
New London-Spicer: November 22-24
5. Pure Vanilla Extract. Yes, it’s more expensive than its imitation counterpart, but pure vanilla extract keeps forever, so you’ll never have to waste a drop. Store it in a cool, dark cupboard and keep tightly closed when not in use.
Willmar: November 22-24
Montevideo: November 21-24
6. Distilled White Vinegar. A reliable standby in everything from marinades to salad dressing, distilled white vinegar will remain virtually unchanged as the years pass by. Store the vinegar in a cool, dark area and keep it tightly capped after each use.
CCS: November 23-24 Note: No Meal Service on November 22nd
7. Cornstarch. A must-have for thickening sauce, gravies and puddings. Cornstarch will keep indefinitely if it’s kept dry and free from contaminants. Store it in a cool, dry area and keep the package tightly closed between uses.
Check out the Breakfast and Lunch Menus complete with Nutrient Analysis on your District’s Website.
8. Salt. From the basic table variety to fancier versions like kosher and sea, salt is a flavor enhancer that never spoils or goes stale. Store it in a cool, dry area. http://idahostatejournal.com/news/local/nine-foods-that-can-be-stored-for-many-years/article_a2f82e9b-04ab-524eb9d0-be3d0f79eed1.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=user-share
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Meal Prices Willmar Breakfast
Lunch
K-5
Free
$1.90
6-8
Free
$2.05
9-12
$1.25
$2.05
Adult
$1.75
$3.65
Milk
$0.30
$0.30
New London - Spicer Breakfast
Lunch
K
Free
$2.25
1-4
$1.25
$2.25
5-8
$1.35
$2.50
9-12
$1.35
$2.50
Adult
$1.75
$3.65
Milk
$0.30
$0.30
Montevideo Breakfast
Lunch
K-4
Free
$2.15
5-7
Free
$2.25
8-12
$1.35
$2.25
Adult
$1.80
$3.65
Milk
$0.35
$0.35
What Does Lunch Look Like Around The World? Argentina: Argentinians love to eat empanadas, pastries filled with meat, seafood or vegetables. China: The lunch menu in China is usually fairly simple. However, it almost always contains rice or noodles alongside meat and vegetables. Denmark: Danish lunches usually consist of open faced sandwiches most commonly rye bread topped with fish, seafood, meat or pickled vegetables. France: For a lighter lunch, a ham or cheese-filled baguette is often eaten, as well as omelets are popular. Mexico: For those on the go, tacos are a popular choice at lunchtime. Otherwise, salad or soup is often followed by rice and beans with meat, fish or vegetables along with tortillas are commonly eaten. Thailand: Thai dishes aren’t necessarily tied to a particular time of day, however common lunches include Pad Thai, Thai curries and tom yum soup. Vietnam: Although lunch doesn’t differ much from breakfast and dinner, noodles and soup are common as well as spring rolls and a dipping sauce. http://www.businessinsider.com/lunch-around-the-world-2016-6
Community Christian Breakfast
Lunch
K-5
N/A
$2.85
6-8
N/A
$2.85
9-12
N/A
$2.85
Adult
N/A
$3.65
Milk
N/A
$0.30
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (Nov. 11-19)
578,000 Americans are homeless on a typical night.
48 million Americans are at risk of suffering from hunger.
1 in 5 children in the U.S. live in poverty.
The Holidays are a great time to think about helping people who may not have enough to eat by donating shelf stable items from your pantry to your local food bank. Help Wanted! Part Time & Substitute employment opportunities are available through the Food and Nutrition Services Department. Apply at your school district or online on your district’s website. This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider.
THE HEALTHY FAMILY VOLUME 13, ISSUE 3
