Schools Recipes: Lunch
Quick Pickled Mushrooms
This pickled mushroom recipe is packed with flavor, featuring a fragrant mix of garlic, thyme, bay leaves, parsley, and a hint of red pepper in a vinegar marinade. These mushrooms make an excellent side dish or an ingredient for a main dish.
Chicken & Mushroom Casserole
Chef Kevin Jenkins created this delicious mushroom dish to celebrate Mushroom Monday. This hearty & nutritious chicken casserole is full of mushrooms, broccoli, and brown rice in a creamy cheese sauce. It was a hit with both students and teachers!
Mushroom & Steak Hoagie Sandwich
This delicious sandwich comes with a BBQ rib patty covered in a mushroom and onion brown gravy. It is topped with a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese, all on a whole-grain Hoagie bun.
Homemade Sloppy Joe
This delicious, mushroom-filled Sloppy Joe recipe is a healthy spin on your typical Sloppy Joe and was inspired by the Virginia Beach City Public Schools recipe.
Mushroom Chili
Mushroom chili is a hearty, plant-based twist on the classic chili, packed with savory mushrooms, beans, and a rich, spicy tomato base. Its bold flavors are complemented by a perfect blend of spices, making it a comforting and satisfying dish for any chili lover. The longer this sits, the better it is.
Mushroom Fried Rice
Mushroom fried rice is a savory, comforting dish made with tender, sautéed mushrooms and rice stir-fried with vegetables and a touch of low-sodium soy sauce.
Mushroom Shakshuka
Mushroom shakshuka is a hearty twist on the classic Middle Eastern dish, featuring savory mushrooms simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. Eggs nestled in the sauce, adding a creamy texture that complements the earthy mushrooms and bold seasonings.
Creamy Mushroom Chickpea Pasta Bake
Sauteed mushrooms, chickpeas, and whole-grain rich pasta meld together in a rich, creamy sauce.
Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie with Lentils and Mushrooms
A hearty vegetarian entree made of chopped mushrooms, lentils, corn, peas, carrots, and a mashed potato topping. This dish has all the classic flavors of Shepherd’s pie, minus the meat.
