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THE STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT / THE UNIVERSITY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK / ALBANY, NY 12234

Office of P-20 Education Policy
Child Nutrition Program Administration
89 Washington Avenue, Room 375 EBA, Albany, NY 12234
Phone: (518) 473-8781 Fax: (518) 473-0018

ICN- How to Transition to Scratch Cooking

Join ICN for How to Transition to Scratch Cooking webinar! Transitioning to scratch cooking in schools can feel like a significant shift, but with the right approach, it can transform the quality of meals served to students. In this session, Seattle Public Schools' school nutrition experts will share some foundational steps for introducing scratch cooking, including strategies for sourcing high-quality ingredients, developing practical, culturally relevant recipes, within budget, managing operational challenges that come with the transition, and more. Attendees will leave with actionable insights and first steps to begin their scratch cooking journey, ensuring healthier, freshly prepared meals for students in school meal programs.

Duration:  1 Hour

SNA Key Area(s): 1 – Nutrition, 2 – Operations, 4 – Communications/Marketing

USDA Professional Standards Code(s): 1100 – Menu Planning, 2100 – Food Production, 4100 – Communications and Marketing

Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025

Time: 3:00-4:00PM

By the end of this webinar, attendees will be able to: 

  • Identify critical first steps to successfully transition to scratch cooking in schools.
  • Describe how scratch cooking positively impacts students' health, meal quality, and engagement in school meal programs.
  • Recall techniques for preserving freshness and utilizing fresh produce when preparing practical, culturally relevant recipes.
  • Identify strategies for sourcing high-quality ingredients while staying within budget constraints.

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