Beets are officially in season in North Carolina! If you’ve ever struggled on deciding what to do with this plant/vegetable, then this blog is for you. Beets are a popular root plant/vegetable which can be used in a variety of ways. Beets are a vegetable that can be boiled or served cold. Like any other[…] Read More
The Census Bureau’s examination of the 2018 Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP) found that 92% of children who receive SNAP receive have at least one additional form of assistance. Around 33% of these children with SNAP receive at least two additional forms of assistance. Medicaid/Children’s Health Insurance Program was the most common companion[…] Read More
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released the findings of a 2018 joint study by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) and the National Research Council. The overall findings of the study can be found in the infographic below. The findings illustrate the importance of More In My Basket (MIMB) and similar programs. Notably,[…] Read More
Black beans and rice is the perfect side dish. It’s simple but full of flavor and easy to make. You can also add additional items to make this an entree!
Eat your cornbread sweet, spicy, or sour. Choose to have it as a side dish, appetizer, snack, or dessert. Enjoy cornbread outside the box…literally!
