Understanding Tofu Requirements in CACFP
Explore the essential requirements for serving tofu in the CACFP setting, including commercial preparation, easy recognition, and nutritional standards. Learn how to incorporate tofu as a meat alternate in meals for participants of different age groups.
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Tofu Requirements in the CACFP CACFP CACFP iTrain Lesson Plan Lesson Plan iTrain Simple Simple
Introduction Introduction Trainer and Participants Introductions
When you think of tofu, what comes When you think of tofu, what comes to mind? How many of you have to mind? How many of you have tried tofu? What were your tried tofu? What were your experiences? experiences?
Overview Overview
Lesson Objective Lesson Objective Recall the three requirements for serving tofu at meals and snacks in the CACFP setting and why these requirements are important.
Tofu Must Be Commercially Prepared Tofu Must Be Commercially Prepared Must be commercially prepared Products that are noncommercial or non-standardized are not creditable Purchasing pre-packaged, commercially prepared tofu from a store or vendor is acceptable
Tofu Must Be Easily Recognized Tofu Must Be Easily Recognized Must be easily recognized and not mimic another food item Tofu should be recognized as a meat alternate Examples
Nutrition Facts Nutrition Facts Must contain 5 grams of protein per 2.2 ounces (1/4 cup) to equal 1 ounce of the meats/meat alternates requirement
Addition of Soy Yogurt Addition of Soy Yogurt A creditable meat/meat alternate Only allowed in the child and adult meal patterns not allowed in the infant meal pattern.
Activity Activity Is It a Creditable Tofu or Soy Yogurt Product?
Conclusion Conclusion
Lesson Conclusion Lesson Conclusion Tofu is a nutritious meat alternate made from soybeans. Low in fat, calories, and cholesterol, yet high in protein and iron. Requirement 1: Tofu used must be commercially prepared. Requirement 2: Tofu must be easily recognized and not mimic another food item. Requirement 3: It must contain 5 grams of protein per 2.2 ounces (1/4 cup) to equal 1 ounce of the meats/meat alternates requirement.
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