Wayne Wednesdays

Showcasing local foods in the school cafeterias of Wayne County, NY

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The HOM is spring greens and that means we are talking about beet greens, spinach, and turnip greens! Learn about what makes these foods super here: https://t.co/slkm4eRN0h #springgreens #farmtoschool #harvestofthemonth

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This School Lunch Hero Day we want to honor and say thank you to all of the amazing school lunch professionals who make it possible for so many students to have a meal every day at school! @schoollunch @studiojjk

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The Harvest of the Month for May is Spring Greens! Greens are some of the very first things to grow in the spring. Be sure to follow along with us this month to learn why greens are so good for us and some creative ways to use them. #farmtoschool #springgreens #harvestofthemonth

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CCE Wayne is offering free F2S Herb Garden Seeds Kits including:
basil, cilantro, chive, and dill seeds
gardening info
recipes
instructions for activities to do throughout the growing season

Register here: https://t.co/d0VNiCNr2Q

Kits will be mailed the last week of May.

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To finish out March's Harvest of the Month (NY protein) we are sharing this video showing how to make some delicious chili with NY tofu and beans! This recipe is super simple and it is something the whole family will enjoy 👍https://t.co/K6kIhrz0xa

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St. Patrick's Day has been celebrated since 9th or 10th centuries, but corned beef and cabbage was not the traditional dish that was served until more recently! Learn about the history of corned beef and cabbage by visiting the Smithsonian Magazine: https://t.co/3nG6sLh2az.

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It's Agricultural Literacy Week and NY Agriculture in the Classroom has shared this fun video of the NYS Commissioner of the Department of Agriculture and Markets reading this year's featured book!
https://t.co/G2caKljsa0

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Have you heard that animal protein is better than plant protein? Check out this post to learn why that isn't true! @wayne_wednesday https://t.co/hzieMYyyF4
#farmtoschool #harvestofthemonth #protein

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The March Harvest of the Month is NY Protein so we're talking all things protein! Stay tuned throughout the month to learn all about the protein foods produced here in NY and how you can use them creatively in your cooking. #farmtoschool #harvestofthemonth #protein

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A registered dietitian nutritionist can help you develop a safe and realistic eating plan. Plus, they can guide and motivate you with creative strategies for meal planning, grocery shopping and mindful eating. Learn more during #NationalNutritionMonth: https://t.co/ePArae3ySh

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This year’s #NationalNutritionMonth theme is Personalize Your Plate. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition and health. Our bodies, goals, backgrounds and tastes are unique! Learn more: https://t.co/sDCzoTBduH

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Did you know that some varieties of cabbage are used in decorative planting? There are so many different types of cabbage that are grown around the world, so be adventurous and try a new variety from the grocery store or farmers market! #farmtoschool #harvestofthemonth #cabbage

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Another tasty way to use the Harvest of the Month, cabbage, is in this Fruity Cabbage Salad recipe! It is a great addition to any meal and so simple to make. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl, stir to combine, refrigerate, and serve cold.

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To celebrate National Cabbage Day here are some reasons you should eat more cabbage!

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Coleslaw is the classic way that we know to use cabbage, but there are many different ways you can use cabbage! Try this Cabbage Latke recipe for a new way to work cabbage into your meals. https://t.co/Ub6aP4sOHE via @FacebookWatch

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Show your heart some love by preparing tasty, nutritious meals. DASH is a flexible and balanced eating plan that helps you eat heart-healthy for life. This #HeartMonth, find delicious recipes here https://t.co/v9YPPbBBjY and share your favorites using #OurHearts!

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The Harvest of the Month for February is Cabbage, so we'll be sharing fun facts, nutrition information, and recipes all month long. #farmtoschool #harvestofthemonth #cabbage

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January is National Slow Cooker Month which is fitting since slow cookers are known for being able to provide cozy, comforting meals during these cold days! Celebrate slow cooker month by trying out some of these recipes from CCE Onondaga https://t.co/qNlfyc37cv

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Potatoes are our Harvest of the Month item for January. This video shows how to make a tasty Potato Vegetable Soup. Remember to use local ingredients when you can: potatoes, carrots, onions and parsnips in the video were all local! 🥔🥕 https://t.co/aSYbRCaSy3 via @FacebookWatch

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Check out this video from PBS "How does it grow?" to learn some interesting facts about how potatoes grow and how they become tasty foods! https://t.co/VaC5NFVq57