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June is National Dairy Month and the start of Summer!
Summer is officially starting on June 21 and it’s National Dairy Month! What better way to celebrate than trying our yummy – Almost A MyPlate Sundae! This versatile recipe will make a great snack or dessert to celebrate the first day of Summer!
The simple recipe is perfect for one or a group and customizable to your favorite fruit or dietary needs. It’s quick to prepare – only taking 10 minutes to prep! Using yogurt made with pasteurized milk ensures it’s safe and tasty!
Tuna Melt Burger
Tuna Melt Burger
Ingredients
- 1 5 ounce can light tuna packed in water
- 2 medium stalks celery chopped
- 1/2 cup reduced fat cheddar chesse
- 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp instant minced onion
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 12 slices 100% whole wheat bread
Instructions
- Wash your hands and clean your cooking area.
- Clean the tops of canned food items before opening them.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Drain tuna and break the meat apart with a fork.
- Wash and chop the celery and dice the cheese.
- Mix tuna, celery, cheese, light mayonnaise, dried onion, salt, and pepper into a medium mixing bowl with a wooden spoon.
- Divide tuna mixture into six portions, place one portion on six slices of whole wheat bread. Then place a single slice of bread on top of each. (you will make a total of 6 sandwiches).
- Wrap each sandwich on a square of aluminum foil, folding edges securely.
- Bake about 20 minutes or until hot in the middle. Cool slightly before serving.
- Remove from oven. Pierce foil to release steam before serving.
Notes
Nutrition Facts Servings: 6, Serv. size: 1 burger , Amount per serving: Calories 220, Total Fat 6g (8% DV), Sat. Fat 1.5g (8% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 15mg (5% DV), Sodium 420g (18% DV), Total Carb. 26g (9% DV), Fiber 0g (0% DV), Total Sugars 3g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 16g, D (0% DV), Calcium (10% DV), Iron (10% DV), Potas. (6% DV).
Almost a MyPlate Sundae
Almost a MyPlate Sundae
Equipment
- Mason Jar
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh, sliced strawberries or other fruit cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 graham cracker square crushed
- 1/2 cup fat-free or low-fat yogurt any flavor
- 1 tbsp chopped nuts any type
Instructions
- Wash your hands and clean your cooking area.
- Wash and slice fruit.
- In a plastic sandwich bag or bowl, crush the graham cracker square.
- In a small bowl, layer the crushed graham cracker, yogurt, fruit and nuts.
- Serve.
Notes
Nutrition Facts Servings: 1, Serv. size: 1 sundae, Amount per serving: Calories 210, Total Fat 7g (9% DV), Sat. Fat 1.5g (8% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 5mg (2% DV), Sodium 115g (5% DV), Total Carb. 30g (11% DV), Fiber 2g (7% DV), Total Sugars 23g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 8g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (20% DV), Iron (6% DV), Potas. (10% DV).