Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Announcements from the WI DPI School Nutrition Team (SNT)
- Updates from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
- Updates from the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) School Nutrition Team
As the year comes to a close, the DPI School Nutrition Team would like to wish you and your family a very happy and healthy holiday season!
Updates from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Now Available: New Recipes in the Child Nutrition Recipe Box (CNRB)
Fifteen standardized recipes have been added to the Child Nutrition Recipe Box (CNRB), 7 of which are existing favorites that have been revised to reflect updates from the final rule, “Child Nutrition Programs: Meal Patterns Consistent With the 2020–2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans,” and 8 new recipes that provide additional ideas for breakfast and lunch menus.
The 8 new recipes include:
- Whole Wheat Pancakes
- Cauliflower Rice
- Chicken Salad
- Griddle Corn Cakes
- Breakfast Bowl
- Taco Salad
- Sweet Potato Hummus
- Quinoa Bowls
The 7 revised recipes are:
- Pumpkin Bread
- Oatmeal Muffin Squares
- Kati Kati Chicken
- Jerk Fish Wrap
- Orange Glazed Carrots
- Orange Glazed Sweet Potatoes
- Vegetable Frittata
USDA Standardized Recipes provide program operators and menu planners with appealing and practical menu options for the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
You may access the newly-released recipes on the Child Nutrition Recipe Box – USDA Standardized Recipes Webpage.
Scientific Report of 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Now Available Online
The Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee is now available on Dietary Guidelines for Americans Webpage. The report contains the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s (Committee) independent, evidence-based findings and advice to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Scientific Report, alongside public comments and federal agency input will inform the two departments as they develop the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030, which is expected to be published in late 2025.
Updates from the DPI School Nutrition Team
Around the World in 80 Trays - New Recipes!
Join the School Nutrition Team for the Around the World in 80 Trays event, encouraging schools to prepare a globally inspired dish(es) during the week of January 20-24, 2025! Visit the Around the World in 80 Trays Webpage for recipes. NEW this year are recipes that feature Thai, Canadian, Hawaiian and Asian cuisines! Remember to Take the Pledge to help us reach our goal of 80 participating schools and districts.
Subscribe to the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) Bulletin
Summer EBT is an income-based USDA benefit program that helps eligible families buy food for their children during the summer when nutritious school meals are not always available. Summer EBT is a partnership between the Wisconsin Departments of Health Services and Public Instruction.
School Food Authorities can stay informed about the latest Summer EBT Program information and resources by subscribing to the Wisconsin Summer EBT Bulletin.
For more information, visit on the Summer EBT Webpage.