February 2023 Mealtime Memo

February 2023: Child Nutrition (CN) Labels

Are you confused by child nutrition (CN) labels? Do you know when you need to get one or how to use them? This Mealtime Memo will guide you through the basics of the CN label and answer some frequently asked questions.

This issue answers these questions:

What are CN Labels?
Which Foods Are Eligible for a CN Label?
Where Do I find CN Labels?
How Do I Use a CN Label?
Do I Have to Keep CN Labels on File?
What If I Cannot Find a CN Labeled Product?
Are CN Labeled Products More Nutritious or Higher Quality?
Are CN Labeled Products Whole Grain-Rich?

Menu Ideas

Check out CACFP recipes available in English and Spanish on the Child Nutrition Recipe Box site.

For Spanish recipes, visit TheICN.org/CNRB-es

For English recipes, visit TheICN.org/CNRB

Breakfast Pizza with Hash Brown Crust

(Meat Alternate, Vegetable)

1 % Milk

Beef or Pork Burrito

(Meat, Grain, Vegetable)

Pineapple Chunks

1 % Milk

Baked Egg Roll

(Meat, Grain)

1 % Milk

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