September 2024 Newsletter

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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.
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PACKAGES:


SEPTEMBER PACKAGE ($20.50)

Italian Meatballs, 1 lb.

Pollock Fillets, 1 lb.

Italian Sausage, 1 lb.

Ground Chicken, 1 lb.

Mozzarella Cheese, 8 oz.

Stuffed Rigatoni, 12 oz.

Pasta Sauce, 24 oz.

Spaghetti, 1 lb.

Mixed Vegetables, 1 lb.

Mandarin Oranges, 11 oz.

Lettuce, 1 head

Carrots, 1 lb.

OCTOBER PACKAGE ($20.50)

Chicken Breasts, 1 lb.

Beef Portions, 1 lb.

Kielbasa Sausage, 13 oz.

Ground Turkey, 1 lb.

Cheddar Cheese, 8 oz.

Pierogies, 13 oz.

White Rice, 16 oz.

Macaroni & Cheese, 7.25 oz.

Sweet Potato Fries, 19 oz.

Blueberries, 16 oz.

Fresh Produce #1

Fresh Produce #2

OCTOBER SPECIALS:

  • Chicken Wings, 5 lbs. for $11.00: The chicken wings are ready for the air-fryer or grill and are in individual quick frozen.
  • Beef & Broccoli, 22 oz. for $6.00: The beef and broccoli consist of beef strips, broccoli florets, and red bell peppers with white rice in a savory soy sauce.
  • Stuffed Pork Chops, 2 lbs. for $9.75: The pork chops are stuffed with apples and cranberries.
  • Lasagna Roll-ups, 42 oz. for $6.50: The cheese lasagna roll-ups are stuffed with ricotta and Romano cheese and are over two and a half pounds.
  • Pantry Box, 9 lbs. for $11.75: The pantry box is 9 items and consists of: Honey Nut O’s (7 oz.), Pancake Mix (32 oz.), Instant Potatoes (13.3 oz.), Chicken in a pouch (4.5 oz.), Elbow Macaroni (1 lb.), Peanut Butter (18 oz.), Strawberry Spread (19 oz.), Applesauce (15 oz.) and Carrots (14.5 oz.).
  • Mozzarella Sticks, 3 lbs. for $11.50: The mozzarella sticks are par-cooked and ready for the oven.

FEATURED RECIPE:

Italian Meatball & Sausage Rigatoni Bake

Serves 4

Ingredients:

*Ingredient in Food $en$e package

  • 12 oz. Stuffed Rigatoni*
  • 1 lb. Italian Meatballs*
  • 1 lb. Italian Sausage, sliced*
  • 24 oz. Pasta Sauce*
  • 8 oz. Mozzarella Cheese, shredded*
  • 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (optional)*

Directions:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the stuffed rigatoni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2.  In a large pan, cook the Italian meatballs and sausage slices over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, about 10-12 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  3.  Pour the pasta sauce into the pan with the cooked meatballs and sausage. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes. Add the mixed vegetables if desired.
  4.  Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a large baking dish, combine the cooked rigatoni with the meatball-sausage-sauce mixture. Stir well to evenly coat the pasta.
  5.  Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the pasta and sauce.
  6.  Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Food $en$e Contacts:

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

Order online: foodsense.foodbankcny.org

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