Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education ProgramEducating families since 1969

Celebrate World Baking Day!

by

World Baking Day is celebrated on May 18!

It’s a fun and budget-friendly activity for families, offering a chance to pass down cherished baking traditions and recipes from one generation to the next.

Baking starts with one essential ingredient: flour. Choosing the right type of flour can make all the difference in the texture, flavor, and overall success of your baked goods. 

Want to see flour in action? Try our Carrot Pineapple Bread!

June is National Dairy Month and the start of Summer!

by

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! 

Berry Good Pizza

by

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension logo (color)

Berry Good Pizza

Print Recipe Share on Facebook Share on X Share with WhatsApp
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dessert, Holidays, Kid Approved, Snack
Servings 8 slices

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can reduced fat crescent rolls
  • 2 tbsp instant sugar free vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 cup fat free vanilla yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Strawberries - diced
  • 1/4 cup raspberries
  • 1/4 cup blueberries

Instructions
 

  • Wash your hands, fruit, and clean your cooking area.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Unroll the crescent rolls onto your work surface.
  • Pinch together the holes.
  • Cut eight individual pizzas using a cookie cutter and place on a nonstick cookie sheet.
  • Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until golden and let crust cool completely.
  • Combine fat free vanilla yogurt and instant sugar free vanilla pudding mix; stir well.
  • Dice strawberries.
  • Spread yogurt mixture over the cooled crust.
  • Arrange the fruit over the pizzas.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!
Keyword Dairy, English, Fruit, Grains

Not Your Grandma’s Green Bean Casserole

by

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension logo (color)
Not Your Grandmother's Green Bean Casserole

Not Your Grandma's Green Bean Casserole

Print Recipe Share on Facebook Share on X Share with WhatsApp
Course Holidays, Side Dish
Servings 14

Ingredients
  

For the topping

  • 2 lbs grean beans - cut in half, trimmed & washed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup onions - finely diced
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs - seasoned
  • 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese - grated
  • 1/2 tsp thyme - dried (or 1 tsp fresh)

For the green beans

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 cup onions - minced
  • 16 oz mushrooms - sliced
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 cup reduced sodium chicken stock
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese - grated

Instructions
 

  • Boil a large pot of water, when boiling add green beans and blanch for 2 minutes (or 6-8 minutes if you like them softer). Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop them from cooking.
  • Meanwhile make the topping, heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and saute about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low, add breadcrumbs, grated cheese and thyme; saute until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, careful not to burn.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degree F. Lightly spray a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
  • Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add onions and saute 1 to 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, season with salt and pepper and saute 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Sprinkle flour over the mushroom, stir constantly for about a minute, then slowly add chicken stock, then milk.
  • Bring to a low boil, and cook stirring occasionally until thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Add blanched green beans and mix well, season with salt and pepper as needed; pour into prepared baking dish.
  • Top with toasted bread crumbs and bake about 30 minutes.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition Facts Servings: 14, Serv. size: 1 serving (157g), Amount per serving: Calories 90, Total Fat 3.5g (4% DV), Sat. Fat 1g (5% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 5mg (2% DV), Sodium 105g (5% DV), Total Carb. 13g (5% DV), Fiber 3g (11% DV), Total Sugars 4g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 5g, Vit. D 0mcg(0% DV), Calcium 73mg (6% DV), Iron 1mg (6% DV), Potas. 300mg (6% DV)
Keyword English