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Modern Mealtime

Discover how nutrition fits in our modern food environment – including food processing facts, budget-friendly healthy eating, nutritious recipes, & more.

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  • Quick Blueberry & Flax Oatmeal with Nut Butter

    When your mornings get busy, but you don’t want to skip breakfast, this recipe for Quick Blueberry & Flax Oatmeal with Nut Butter can be made in less than 5 minutes with fewer than 5 ingredients. Not only is this breakfast option quick and easy but it is also dairy free and can be made gluten free (Look for specially marked gluten free products).

    Key Topics Covered
    • Healthy eating
    • Fiber
    • Protein
    • Whole grains
  • Waste Not, Want Not: Small Solutions for Reducing Food Waste

    Given the significant amount of our global food supply that is wasted before it can be eaten, with most of the waste happening at the household level, it is important that we all try to do our part to reduce food waste where we can. This resource provides some practical tips that you can easily be incorporated into our daily habits to help the food waste efforts.

    Key Topics Covered
    • Food waste prevalence and importance
    • 5 areas of focus & tips to help reduce individual food waste
  • What You Should Know About Processed Foods

    Learn the ins and outs of processed foods and food processing, including how different methods are used and the impacts on quality and nutrient content of foods and beverages. Learn tips to help educate your clients and followers on processed foods to help them gain a better understanding of the role processing plays in the food we eat.

    Key Topics Covered
    • Common methods of food processing. 
    • How food processing affects the nutrition and quality of food and beverage products.
    • Tips for educating others about food processing. 
       
  • Banana Bread Oatmeal Recipe

    When you don’t have time to bake, this recipe for Banana Bread Oatmeal tastes just like the real deal. Whip up this cozy breakfast option in under 15-minutes. Made with ripe bananas, this creamy oatmeal will help you start your day right.

    Source: Quaker Oats Website

    Key Topics Covered
    • Healthy eating
    • Whole grains
  • Berry Overnight Oats Recipe

    Our 5-ingredient breakfast recipe, Berry Overnight Oats is flavorful and easy to make. Mix up yummy oats, juicy berries and a couple more ingredients and pop it in the fridge. In the morning you will have a fresh breakfast option with your favorite seasonal berries.

    Source: Quaker Oats Website

    Key Topics Covered
    • Healthy eating
    • Whole grains
  • Black Bean Oatmeal Burgers Recipe

    Black Bean Oatmeal Burgers are a great burger recipe- made without meat or dairy ingredients. Swap out your traditional burger with this recipe and you won’t be disappointed. Made with beans, veggies, and spices, this recipe is perfect for the family cookout.

    Source: Quaker Oats website

    Key Topics Covered
    • Healthy eating
    • Whole grains
    • Plant-based
    • Protein
  • Chili-Lime Crunch Salad Recipe

    This recipe is a snap to make - rich in flavor with a great crunch. You'll love the balance of tastes between the creaminess of the peanut butter dressing and the spicy crunch of the SunChips® Chili Lime Flavored Whole Grain Snacks.

     

    Source: PepsiCo Health & Nutrition Sciences Website

    Key Topics Covered
    • Healthy eating
    • Whole grains
  • Baked “PopCorners®” Chicken Recipe

    Family-friendly and easy to make, these "popper" style chicken bites featuring PopCorners® Sea Salt Popped-Corn Snack are so fun to eat. Enjoy with your favorite sauce for dipping!

    Source: PepsiCo Health & Nutrition Sciences Website
     

    Key Topics Covered
    • Healthy eating
    • Snacking
    • Protein
  • 3 Steps for Eating Healthy on a Budget

    Learn more about how eating healthy on a budget is possible with three key steps – planning ahead, smart shopping, and meal preparation. 

    Key Topics Covered
    • Cost-effective tips for planning, shopping, and preparing meals and snacks.
  • Breaking Budget Barriers for Better Nutrition

    Many Americans don’t meet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, with most not consuming enough fruit, dairy, vegetables, or whole grains. However, there are budget-friendly options within each food group that can help improve nutrition without breaking the bank. Use this guide to learn how to focus on cost-effective, nutritious foods, to meet dietary goals while keeping budget in check.
     

    Key Topics Covered
    • Insights on food group recommendations not being met by U.S. adults. 
    • Examples of the most cost-effective foods and beverages within each food group.
    • Practical tips and recipes for maximizing nutrition while minimizing cost.