June 2025 Newsletter

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PLEASE NOTE: For order deadlines and pick-up dates, please contact your participating host site.


HOW TO ORDER A PACKAGE:


To pay with credit/debit card:

  1. Visit our online platform at foodsense.foodbankcny.org and select your participating pick-up site.
  2. Select the items you would like to purchase.
  3. Pay with credit or debit card!


To pay with cash/EBT:

  1. Call (800) 444-1562 or use our Food Finder tool at fbcny.org/findfood to find a Food $en$e site near you.
  2. Contact your local site coordinator and pay with cash or EBT payment.

PACKAGES:


JUNE PACKAGE ($20.50)

Chicken Drumsticks, 3.5 lb. (Avg)

Kielbasa, 13 oz.

Ground Beef, 1 lb.

Pollock Fillets, 1 lb.

Bologna, 1 lb.

Hamburger Helper, 5.3 oz.

Elbow Macaroni, 1 lb.

Corn, 1 lb.

Fruit Mix, 15 oz.

Diced Tomatoes, 14.5 oz.

Onions, 2 lb.

Celery, 1 sleeve

JULY PACKAGE ($20.50)

Italian Sausage, 1 lb.

Flounder Fillet, 1 lb.

Marinated Beef, 1 lb.

Ground Chicken, 1 lb.

Hot Dogs, 1 lb.

White Rice, 1 lb.

Mixed Vegetables, 1 lb.

Strawberries, 1 lb.

Green Beans, 14.5 oz.

Mandarins, 11 oz.

Fresh Produce #1

Fresh Produce #2

JULY SPECIALS:

  • Chicken Breast, 2 lb. (Avg.) for $7.00: The chicken breasts are boneless and average around 2 pounds per special.  
  • Pork Tenderloin, 1.65 lb. (Avg.) for $5.00: The pork tenderloin are all-natural, contain no artificial ingredients, and are vacuum-sealed to extend shelf life.
  • Pantry Box, 8 items for $12.50: The pantry box includes pancake mix (32oz), toasted oat cereal (15oz), pears (15oz), elbow macaroni (1 lb.), strawberry spread (19oz), carrots (15oz), pancake syrup (24oz), and peanut butter (16oz)
  • American Cheese Sliced, 5 lbs. for $13.50: The sliced American cheese is not individually wrapped.
  • Onion Rings, 2.5 lbs. for $9.00: The onion rings are ready to cook and used in the oven or air-fryer.
  • Shimp (Raw), 2 lb. for $10.50: These shrimp are farm-raised, individually quick frozen, and are easy-peel.

FEATURED RECIPE:

Tomato-Braised Chicken with Celery & Onions

Serves 4

Ingredients:

*Ingredient in Food $en$e package

  • 2-2.5 lb. chicken drumsticks*
  • 2-3 celery stalks, chopped*
  • 1 large onion, sliced*
  • 1 can diced tomatoes*
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

Directions:

  1. Heat oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Brown the drumsticks on all sides (about 6–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add sliced onion and chopped celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the can of diced tomatoes with juice and stir. Return the chicken to the pot. Add Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat. Cook for 35–45 minutes, or until chicken is tender and cooked through.
  4. Serve hot over rice, pasta, or bread.

Food $en$e Contacts:

(315) 437-1899 or (800) 444-1562

Order online: foodsense.foodbankcny.org

Learn more: fbcny.org/fs

Share feedback: fbcny.org/feedback

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