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Cheesy Broccoli Tots
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed
- 1 1/2 cup mashed potatoes
- 1 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup whole grain breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Cooking oil spray
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Chop the broccoli into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, add all ingredients together and mix until all is well combined. Scoop 1 tbsp of mixture and form into a tot shape, repeat. Line the tots on a greased baking pan. Using the cooking oil spray, spritz each tot with oil.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Five tots provide 1/4 cup vegetable and 3/4 oz eq meat alternate.
Total Time: 40 minutes
Serving Size: 5 tots
Servings: 8
LOCATION
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Meal Guidelines for Children Aged 2 to 12 Years includes:
Breakfast – 3 Components
Start the day strong with:
- Grains (oatmeal, whole wheat toast, cereal)
- Grains can be substituted 3x per week with protein
- Fruit or Vegetable (or both!)
- Milk (1% or Fat-Free)
Lunch & Supper – 5 Components
A complete plate includes:
- Milk (1% or Fat-Free)
- Meat or Meat Alternate (chicken, beans, tofu, or eggs)
- Vegetable #1
- Vegetable #2 or Fruit
- Grains
Snacks – 2 Components
Pick any 2 different food groups from:
- Milk
- Meat/Meat Alternate
- Fruit
- Vegetable
- Grain
Bonus Tips for Providers:
- Make it Colorful: More colors = more nutrients!
- Portion Like a Pro: Check your age group guides!
- Whole Grains Rule: At least one grain per day must be whole grain-rich.
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