September 2016
Welcome Back! Why Kids Need Breakfast While adults need to eat breakfast each day to perform their best, kids need it even more. Their growing bodies and developing brains need regular refueling often, from food. Unfortunately, many children (especially middle school age) regularly skip breakfast each morning, depriving them of the important benefits associated with the morning meal. Why?
Menus made Easy – Coming Soon! Parents and students may easily view information about what is served each day. Families will now be able to look at the menu on their phone, tablet, or computer without printing off a menu. This green option will show viewers menu information, images, descriptions, allergens, and nutritional information. Start the year off right by downloading the free app from the Apple or Google Play store and searching Nutrislice. While using the app, don’t forget to vote for your favorite school lunches!
Busy morning schedules Not being hungry first thing in the morning Wanting to get as much rest as they can and so they instead sleep in late Keep track of your meals on your phone, tablet, or computer by going to orono.nutrislice.com.
Monday
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*To help our lunch lines move as smoothly as possible, No Alternate st Bento Box the 1 week.
Tuesday
6 Grass Fed Beef Hot Dog on a Bun Baked Beans Sun Chips Fresh Veggie Sticks n’ Dip Watermelon Wedges
Wednesday
7 Lasagna Roll-Up Mozzarella Bread Stick Fall Blend Vegetables Romaine Garden Salad Buttermilk Dressing Lunch Bunch Grapes
Choose healthy options for breakfast such as whole-grain foods, which are full of fiber, vitamins and minerals. Choose whole fruits over fruit juices, as whole fruit contains more fiber; calcium helps to build bones, consume protein to help keep you full. Stay fueled!
Thursday
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8 Breaded Pork Chop Loaded Mashed Potatoes Glazed Carrots Whole Wheat Roll/Butter Warm Apples Slices & Granola
9 Boneless Chicken Wings Parmesan Herb Noodles Princess Peas Oriental Coleslaw Cantaloupe & Honeydew
NOTICE: Our *Gluten-Free meals are reserved for medically documented students only. (Please see our school nurse). GF= Gluten Free
WG=Whole Grain
WW= Whole Wheat
Lunch Prices: K- 5: $2.55 6- 8: $2.70 9-12: $2.85 Adults/Guests: $3.60 Milk: $.50 carton Account Questions: 952-449-8438 Online: www.orono.k12.mn.us
September 2016
Harvest of the month Why Corn is Good to Eat
Growing and Harvesting
Corn has been considered a staple food in many cultures and can be served whole, or ground into tortillas, chips, or polenta. While it is often considered a vegetable it falls under the agricultural grain category. Corn is high in fiber and antioxidants and when combined with legumes it is a great source of complete protein.
Corn seeds are planted in early May and require warmer soil temperatures near the surface for optimal growth. Seeds require water, sunlight, and the right soil conditions in order to grow. Corn is ready to be harvested once the silks start to dry up and turn brown and the husk is still green.
Did you know?
Fun Ways to Eat and Cook Minnesota’s natural food on a stick!
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Minnesota is ranked 3 in the nation in corn production. The average ear of corn has 400-600 kernels arranged in 16 rows. The corn stand at the MN State Fair sells 200,000 ears of corn and uses 400lbs of butter each year.
Monday 12 Colby Egg Omelet French Toast Sticks/Syrup Triangle Hash Browns 100% Juice 4 U Cup Assorted Fresh Fruit Selection
Tuesday
Wednesday
Weekly Alternate: Curds & Yeah Bento 26 NO SCHOOL K-12 Professional Day
Weekly Alternate: Pretzel N’ Cheese Bento
Thursday
Friday
13 Teriyaki Chicken Dippers Lo Mein Noodles Mandarin Orange Salad w/ Oriental Sesame Dressing Steamed Edamame Fresh Pineapple
14 Primo Pizza Slice Steamed Broccoli Florets Spinach, Mushroom, Egg & Bacon Salad w/ Parmesan Dressing Local Orchard Apple
15 Walking Tacos Shredded Lettuce & Cheese Diced Tomatoes & Sr. Cream Zippy Refried Beans Salsa Rice Assorted Fresh Fruit Selection
16 Meatball Sub on WG Hoagie Bun Steamed Corn Penne Pasta Salad Fresh Carrot & Celery Sticks Assorted Fresh Fruit Selection
20 Corn Dog on a Stick Chili Boat & Goldfish Crackers Corn on the Cob Baby Carrots Assorted Fresh Fruit Selection
21 Popcorn Shrimp & Cocktail Sauce Pearl Couscous & Red Quinoa Steamed Green Beans Jicama Sticks Orange Smiles & Kiwi Slices
22 Turkey Gravy Whipped Potatoes Fall Blend Vegetables Cranberry Relish Multi-Grain Breadstick Assorted Fresh Fruit Selection
23 Spartan Grilled Cheese Tomato Basil Soup Fresh Veggie Sticks Romaine/Kale Salad Fresh Made 1,000 Island Dressing Assorted Fresh Fruit Selection
27 Asian Orange Chicken Steamed Brown Rice Light Steamed Stir Fry Veggies Sugar Snap Peas Assorted Fresh Fruit Selection Fortune Cookie
28 Special Delivery Pizza Steamed Broccoli Romaine Veggie Salad Assorted Fresh Fruit Selection
29 Hot Ham & Cheese Gordita Shredded Romaine Lettuce Seasoned Waffle Fries Fresh Cauliflower w/ Chipotle Dip Assorted Fresh Fruit Selection
30 Breaded Beef Steaks Baby Baker Potatoes & Gravy Steamed Vegetable WG Bread Basket Warm Baked Pears
Weekly Alternate: That’s Italian Bento 19 Pulled Pork Carnitas Soft Tortilla Shell BBQ, Shredded Cabbage & Cheese Crispy Sweet Potatoes Applesauce Orchard Fruit Snack
Corn on the cob can be steamed, boiled, roasted, grilled, or broiled. Traditionally it is served with salted butter to enhance the sweet flavor of the corn. It can also be topped with herbs, grated parmesan cheese, lime juice, or pepper flakes for an additional zip! Pick up your fresh locally grown corn today at your corner market stand.
Extra slices available for purchase. No Alt.
