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Tlayuda (Mexican Pizza)

Prep Time: 10 min.
Cook Time: 15 min.

Queso Fresco

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Cook Time: 10-15 min.

Elote Dip

Prep Time: 5 min.
Cook Time: 10 min.

Ricotta Gnocchi

Prep Time: 30 min.
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Maple Pecan Dessert Pancake

Prep Time: 10 min.
Cook Time: 15 min.

Cauliflower “Risotto” with Shrimp and Peas

Prep Time: 30 min.
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Broccoli Cheddar Skillet Strata

Prep Time: 15 min.
Cook Time: 20 min.

Mushroom Stroganoff Soup

Prep Time: 30 min.
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Hot Chocolate

Prep Time: 5 min.
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May 8

Show your mom she's the GRATEST with a cheese platter customized with her favorite appetizers and snacks! 🧀❤️

Adult children can also pair a bottle of wine to accompany the charcuterie spread so mom can stop and smell the rosés on her day. 🍷

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #mothersday #mothersdaygifts #mom #charcuterie #cheeseboard

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May 7

Some heroes wear aprons instead of capes! 🌟 Today on #SchoolLunchHeroDay, Michigan's dairy farmers and their friends applaud our #MiFoodHeroes for their endless passion and commitment to making sure Michigan students are fed consistent, nutritious meals. 🥛

Thank you for stepping up and acting quickly during the COVID-19 pandemic to help ensure students are ready to learn whether virtual or in-person.

Stories of dedicated #MiSchoolFoodHeroes can be found on www.mifoodheroes.com, 🔗 in bio.

📚: @schoolmealsthatrock, @marandatv, @michdepted, @nokidhungry, @pakmodepandas, @communitykicksorg, @mischoolboards, @oaklandschools, @schoolnutritionassoc

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #MiFoodHero #schoolbreakfast #schoollunch #MiSchools #summerfeeding #HungerHero

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May 7

Dairy is an affordable choice of nutrition that isn't easily replaced by other food sources. So what would happen to our #environment and access to #essentialnutrients if farmers and dairy cows went on vacation? 🌴🐄

The answer may surprise you.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #sustainability #climatechange #gotmmilk

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May 6

We are excited to announce our third #MiSchoolFoodHero – Congratulations to Jennifer Raymond-Brown, the Food Service Director at Jefferson Schools! Jenn goes above and beyond to make sure the meals served are nutritious, delicious and appetizing. 🌟

“Working to ensure all of our students are fed during a global pandemic has been very challenging and rewarding," said Jenn. " I am grateful to work with an amazing team within a terrific school district and with a very appreciating community.”

She was nominated by Millie Grow who added, “Jenn is a phenomenal worker and supervisor. She has dedicated herself to serving the Jefferson community, making a difficult year for so many of our families a bit easier.”

School food service workers continue to provide comforting and nutritious meals to students. Michigan dairy farmers applaud their efforts and want to continue to recognize community members who have gone above and beyond. Read stories on previously featured #MiFoodHeroes by visiting the 🔗 in our bio.

📚: @marandatv, @michdepted, @nokidhungry, @pakmodepandas, @communitykicksorg, @mischoolboards

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #MiFoodHero #schoolbreakfast #schoollunch #MiSchools #summerfeeding #HungerHero

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May 5

Have you ever heard of #tlayuda? As a traditional Oaxacan street food, tlayuda is made of a large fried tortilla topped with all the goods such as refried beans, lettuce, cheese and salsa! 🧀🥑

Celebrate #CincoDeMayo with our friend Jenn's inspired recipe, 🔗 in bio.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #mexicaninspired #recipeideas

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May 4

Looking for a new #TacoTuesday or #CincoDeMayo margarita recipe? Made with whole milk, this tropical dream in a glass is sure to be the pineapple on top of a Michigan spring day! 🍍🥛☀️

This and more delicious dairy recipes inspired by Mexico can be found in our most recent blog post, 🔗 in bio.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #taconight #mexicaninspireddishes

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May 3

May is #NationalOsteoporosisMonth. Consuming nutrient-rich foods and staying active are important habits for bone health.

As the top food source of calcium and vitamin D, three servings of dairy a day as part of a well-balanced diet helps build and maintain strong bones throughout life. 🥛🧀

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #bonehealth #osteoporosis

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Apr 30

Michigan dairy farmers are starting to plant crops that will later be harvested and become feed for their cows. 🐄

Dairy cows eat a variety of feed ingredients that are mixed into a Total Mixed Ration, or “cow casserole,” to ensure they are getting the nutrients they need to produce the high-quality milk we enjoy!

Some common casserole ingredients include:

🌽 Corn silage
🌾Haylage/Hay
🌱 Soybean meal

Learn more about alfalfa from @messykennedy! ⬇️

#RG @messykennedy When things start warming up every farmer gets antsy to get moving. It’s like seeing your neighbor mow their law, but on steroids. We had some beautiful weather on Friday and our hay is planted. We planted a mix of oats and peas with alfalfa. Alfalfa is great cow food and a perfect addition to our cow casserole because it’s high in protein. The oats and peas help protect the alfalfa while it’s just starting to grow and we can harvest more feed earlier because it grows more in cooler weather.

Grasses and alfalfa are great for the soil health too. They can help with soil compaction, are a natural water filter and once we are done with the grass it leaves organic matter (plant food) in the soil for the next crop.

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Apr 28

Front porch cheesin to celebrate #NationalGrilledCheeseMonth! 🎉🧀

We can’t think of a comfort food more deserving of a month-long celebration. What is your go-to bread and cheese combination? Do you add 🥑 or 🍅?

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#RG @stefmturner Front porch cheesin 🧀 becaussseeee it was 80, sunny-ish, annnddd dinner was done in about 8 minutes. 💁🏼‍♀️ We celebrated #nationalgrilledcheesemonth with a picnic, and our favorite “girl cheese” combo- 2 kinds of cheese (cheddar & Muenster), bread, ham, and can’t forget the ketchup for dipping.
Yes- they call it “girl cheese” and I’m never correcting them 🤣. Also, do you guys dip yours in ketchup? Or is this weird? I guess it’s something I grew up on so I thought everyone did it? Did you?

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Apr 27

"Say Cheese!" 🧀🦷

Instead of #TongueOutTuesday it's #TeethOutTuesday! #DYK dairy foods like cheese, milk and yogurt are beneficial for dental health?

These foods provide children with protein, vitamins and minerals, especially calcium and phosphorus, that support their growth and development. Dairy may also help reduce tooth decay. Cheese increases saliva production which acts as a natural rinse for the mouth that washes away cavity-causing bacteria.

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #oralhealth #dentalhealth #dentist #TOT

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Apr 26

A Spring twist on this comfort drink will ensure your day is just peachy. 🍑🌙🥛

#MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy #gotmilk #moonmilk #drinkrecipes

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Apr 23

U.S. Olympic hopeful Gabby DeLoof (@gdeloof) continues to train to conquer more medals and countless competitions by fueling with real milk.

#TeamMilk #MilkMeansMore #UndeniablyDairy

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