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Eggspand Menu Usage<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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When it comes to menu versatility and creativity, eggs are a real winner in school meals. Our 5 Days \/ 5 Ways\u00ae<\/sup> program shares real ways menu planners can minimize inventory costs while maximizing egg product use, serving them multiple ways across a menu cycle. The versatility of eggs allows operators to continually customize offerings while enticing students with new eggcellent entr\u00e9es. Eggs fit easily onto menus and pair perfectly with whole grains, fruit and vegetables for balanced meals. And most importantly, students love them!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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So, how are schools fighting menu fatigue and eggspanding menus with Eggs In Schools? We went to the experts and gathered actual menu items currently in use from schools across the country to give you real examples of innovative ways schools are using eggs 5 Days \/ 5 Ways\u00ae<\/sup> in their school nutrition programs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Brunch for Lunch<\/h4>

Students are wild about brunch and you can\u2019t have brunch without eggs!<\/p><\/div>Read More about Brunch for Lunch<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Grab n\u2019 Go Vegetarian<\/h4>

Totally on-trend, all of the items on the Grab n\u2019 Go Vegetarian 5 Days \/ 5 Ways\u00ae menu are meatless and suitable for remote service.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Grab n\u2019 Go Vegetarian<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Grab n\u2019 Go Protein Boxes<\/h4>

Each of the five recipes shared from school districts around the U.S. is easy to pull together and ready-made for to-go service.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Grab n\u2019 Go Protein Boxes<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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POP-ular All Day Breakfast<\/h4>

Perfect for a pop-up, All Day Breakfast is a student favorite, so why not give one of these new items a try?<\/p><\/div>Read More about POP-ular All Day Breakfast<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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All Day Breakfast<\/h4>

Kids love an upside-down day featuring breakfast favorites for lunch or dinner.<\/p><\/div>Read More about All Day Breakfast<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Breakfast in the Classroom<\/h4>

Eggs as part of a well-balanced breakfast can help students learn and stay focused.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Breakfast in the Classroom<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Asian Bowls<\/h4>

It\u2019s undeniable; kids enjoy eating food in a bowl and giving it an Asian twist boosts the appeal.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Asian Bowls<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Eggcellent Tacos<\/h4>

These egg-filled tacos are a student-favorite at breakfast or brunch for lunch.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Eggcellent Tacos<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Entre\u00e9 Salads<\/h4>

Salads and eggs are BFFs.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Entre\u00e9 Salads<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Green Eggs and Ham<\/h4>

In honor of Dr. Seuss, we\u2019ve gathered a week\u2019s worth of Green Eggs & Ham recipes from schools here and there.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Green Eggs and Ham<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Liquid Whole Eggs<\/h4>

Extremely versatile and easy-to-use, liquid eggs are an invaluable ingredient and can even help cut meal prep times.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Liquid Whole Eggs<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Precooked Omelets<\/h4>

Omelets are always a hit with students, so you\u2019ll have no trouble fitting them into a 5 Days \/ 5 Ways\u00ae\u00a0menu cycle.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Precooked Omelets<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Fresh Shell Eggs<\/h4>

Shell eggs are an all-natural ingredient for scratch cooking and local-focused school meal programs.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Fresh Shell Eggs<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Scrambled Eggs<\/h4>

Scrambled eggs are a familiar breakfast making them a natural fit for 5 Days \/ 5 Ways\u00ae.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Scrambled Eggs<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Hard Boiled Eggs<\/h4>

Whether you make them in-house or get them ready to use\u2013precooked and peeled\u2013hard-boiled eggs are a quick and easy way to make delicious and nutritious meal and snack options 5 Days \/ 5 Ways\u00ae.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Hard Boiled Eggs<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n

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Precooked Patties<\/h4>

Whether you make them in-house or get them ready to use\u2013precooked and peeled\u2013hard-boiled eggs are a quick and easy way to make delicious and nutritious meal and snack options 5 Days \/ 5 Ways\u00ae.<\/p><\/div>Read More about Precooked Patties<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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