Re: Fresh ideas in the lunchroom
Find out how a growing number of districts are using the Colorado Harvest program to increase the offerings of fresh and Colorado-grown produce at . This Colorado Springs group is also working with food distributors and the Colorado Department of Agriculture. The Colorado Harvest program has the potential to reach a much greater number of our Colorado students (regardless of income status) statewide.
Thanks for focusing on the need to provide more fruits and vegetables on a regular basis to school students. This contributes to providing a healthy school environment just as eliminating low-nutrient-food fundraisers (candy, cookie dough, pies); candy and pizza-party classroom rewards; classroom parties with many low-nutrient foods; and no exercise or activity does.
A consistent message about healthy eating and exercise is the ultimate gold standard for a healthy school environment.
Name withheld on request
Re: Late-season zucchini
Still drowning in zucchini? Make calabacitas: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large saute pan over medium heat. When it bubbles, toss in 1 cup each of diced zucchini, diced bell pepper, and corn kernels with 1 to 3 poblano chiles (depending on their heat), chopped. Cook 5 minutes until soft and remove to plate. Top toasted bread crumbs, cilantro leaves and a few crumbles of queso fresco cheese. Serve immediately.
