Schools Recipes: Sides

Rainbow Potatoes

This tasty CACFP recipe is a household favorite from a Kankakee, IL sponsor. Students will love the colors and flavors! #KidsEatMushrooms2

Savory Roasted Mushrooms

#KidsEatMushroomsToo with this savory recipe. Gretna Public Schools this tasty #mushroom recipe as a fan favorite side or use as a topping for a build your own burger station.

Fresh Roasted Mushrooms

Roasted mushrooms are a great way to introduce the mighty mushroom to kids. This recipe uses only 4 ingredients and cooks in a snap. A #RealSchoolFood recipe from Franklin Township SD, IN!

Asian Marinated Mushrooms

This easy recipe can (and should!) be made a day ahead, and left to marinate in the refrigerator overnight to let the flavors deepen. Simply portion and serve for a delicious, nutritious vegetable side dish.

Peppy Pasta Salad

Utilize your USDA Foods in this easy pasta salad recipe that can be a great side for countless entrees. Both fresh and frozen vegetables help save on prep time and food cost.

Speed-Scratch Mushroom Gravy

Our quick and easy gravy uses the power of fresh mushrooms to add rich flavor to premade gravy mix, without adding sodium or fat. Want to impress your students with a gravy that tastes like homemade? You’ve got to try this recipe!

Roasted Fresh Mushrooms

So simple, yet so delicious. Roasted mushrooms are a great addition to any dish or toppings bar, or great served on their own as a side dish. Roasting brings out the umami flavor of mushrooms, yum! A #RealSchoolFood recipe shared by Franklin Community Schools, IN.

Veggies on Fire

A tasty, nutrient filled veggie dish full of color and flavor. A #RealSchoolFood recipe shared by San Diego Unified School District, CA.