Charcuterie for CACFP
If you serve family-style meals, using a charcuterie board is a great way to display colorful and nutritious foods! All you have to do is arrange your meal pattern components in a way that children can simply grab one grouping of each food item to fill their plates.
Here are some tips to get you started:
Choose a large, sturdy cutting or serving board.
Measure out your serving sizes before assembling the board.
When arranging the board, make sure that different components are next to each other, so there is no confusion about which portion to take.
Don’t forget to have everyone wash their hands.
Have fun! Try using the components to create lines, pockets for other components, curves, zig-zags, and other shapes.
If you do not wish to use family-style dining, you can still create beautiful charcuterie plates! Either arrange these yourself or provide your participants with all their components and they can let their creativity flow.
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