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Edibly Fun, Easily Done
School's out for summer!  Contending with throngs of hungry, thirsty kids who make their way to the kitchen after summer activities? Mealtime.org's new Edibly Fun, Easily Done creations include fun dipping sauces, bite-sized portions and kid-friendly favorites that are sure to hit a home run with every kid on the block.

Personalize Your Plate 

Finally the picky-eater mealtime dilemma has been solved!  With Mealtime.org's new One Recipe, Four Ways recipe collection, parents can make several meals out of one.  Using canned ingredients as simple stir-ins, your family can transform their recipe portion into something with real pizzazz. 

Expanded WIC Options for Canned Food

Recent changes to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) food packages will provide moms and kids with the opportunity to select all forms of fruits and vegetables, including nutritious and convenient canned fruits and vegetables as part of their food packages.  In addition, canned fish and juice are also included in some food packages.  Visit the CFA’s Expanded WIC Options for Canned Food page for more information on the WIC Food Packages.

Canned Tomatoes Safe to Eat

Because of the high heat used during the commercial canning process, there is no risk of salmonella contamination in canned tomatoes or any other canned food products.  Canned tomatoes also are quite versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes including salsas, salads and other favorite recipes.  Among the best sources of lycopene, they deliver a higher concentration of the antioxidant than their fresh, cooked counterpart.  Click here to learn more about the safety and many other benefits of eating canned tomatoes.