K12 Menu Recommendations & Scenario Building

COLD SERVICE

BACK TO SCHOOL SERVICE CONSIDERATIONS– K12

Decreased StaffSocially Distanced Staff

Quick scratch recipesHighlight reduced ingredient concepts

Uncertain service method

Used to IW items only for grab-n-go

Hot and cold optionsMultiple package & holding suggestions

Inventory stress

Recipe content and how-to/recipe videos to give confidence in using bulk items for grab-n-go

Highlight versatility

CHALLENGES CHALLENGES ACCEPTED

BULK PRODUCTS FOR COLD SERVICE

160oz PouchesShelf Stable Storage35 Servings/Pouch

3oz = 1MMA

CRACKER CUTSSHELF STABLE SAUCES

15lb case (Two – 7.5lb pouches/case)240 (1mma) servings/case

Refrigerated Storage1oz (four squares) = 1MMA

5lb pouchRefrigerated Storage

1oz = 1MMA

ITALIANCUBES & SHREDS

FOCUS – COLD HOLD

Did you know our shelf stable cheese sauces can be used in COLD recipe applications?

Use as a dressing for pasta and chicken salads, as a dip in bento kits, or as a spread on cold sandwiches and wraps!

Link to Recipe Collection

COLD ONLY OPTIONSIN SCHOOL AND TAKE HOME COMPATIBLE

Cracker Cuts

• Cold Sliders

• BYO “Lunchable” Bento

Cheese Sauce Pouches

• Chilled sauce for salads

• Pasta• Chicken

• Grain Bowls

• Chilled sauce as dip• Chilled sauce as spread for

• Sandwich

• Wrap

Salad Applications

• Shreds• Cubes

COLD SLIDERS & BENTOS

Ideal Recipes for Limited & Socially Distant Staff

• Utilize mild cheddar cracker cuts for sandwiches, sliders & bento kits

• Cracker Cuts are pre-sliced for ease of use and limited handling

• Convenient for to-go meal options

• Easy transport and holding

• Two 7.5 lb bags per case for optimal storage and shelf life

RECIPES: COLD SLIDERS

TURKEY & CHEESE

• Hoagie buns• Turkey breast slices • Cracker cuts

• Slider bun• Desired deli meat• Cracker cuts • Toppings: Jalapeno, pineapple,

other vegetable

HAM & CHEESE

• Slider buns• Turkey ham • Cracker cuts• Mustard - Optional

COLD CUT (concept)

PACKAGING RECOMMENDATIONS

Considerations: • Protection from being

flattened/compressed

• Ability to stack

• Transport

• Serving with other items• Vegetables• Fruit• Chips

SANDWICH WRAPS

PLASTIC BAGS

PLASTIC CONTAINERS

FOIL WRAPS

FOIL CONTAINERS

Packaging Supplier Options: Link to Uline Product PageLink to Huhtamaki Product PageLink to Webstaurantstore Product PageLink to Dart Product Page

BENTO BOXES

Ideal Recipes for Limited & Socially Distant Staff

• Utilize cracker cuts and cheese cubes for BYO meal options

• Pairs well with proteins, salads, breads, crackers, fruits, vegetables

• Portion into compartmentalized containers for easy transport

COLD SALADS

• Utilize bulk sauce options for incorporation into cold pasta and chicken salads

• Simple add-ins for variety of flavor options

• Sandwich, wrap, and bento box applications

• Ability to portion into individual containers for easy transport

Ideal Recipes for Limited & Socially Distant Staff

RECIPES: CHICKEN SALADS

DILL CHICKEN SALAD

• Cooked diced chicken • Ultimate White Cheese Sauce• Celery, carrot, and onion• Dill and onion powder

BUFFALO CHICKEN SALAD

• Cooked diced chicken • Ultimate White Cheese Sauce• Celery, carrot, and onions• Buffalo sauce

CURRY CHICKEN SALAD

• Cooked diced chicken • Ultimate White Cheese Sauce• Celery, carrot, and onion• Curry and onion powder

RECIPES: PASTA SALADS

CHILLED MEDITERRANEAN• Elbow noodles• Ultimate White Cheese Sauce • Cooked diced chicken• Bell peppers and onions• Mediterranean seasoning

CHILLED SWEET CHILE SRIRACHA

• Elbow noodles• Ultimate White Cheese Sauce • Sriracha/sweet chile sauce• Peas, carrots, onions• Red bell pepper

CHILLED PASTA SALAD

• Elbow noodles• Ultimate White Cheese Sauce • Green chiles• Jalapenos

PACKAGING RECOMMENDATIONS

COMPARTMENT CONTAINERS

PAPERBOARD CONTAINERS

Considerations:• Serving with other

items

• Durability

• Ability to stack

• Portion sizing

Packaging Supplier Options: Link to Uline Product PageLink to Huhtamaki Product PageLink to Webstaurantstore Product PageLink to Dart Product Page

RECIPES: SALAD SHAKERS

PIZZA SALAD

• Spaghetti noodles• Pepperoni• Bell peppers and onions• Shredded cheese or cubes• Marinara sauce

BBQ CHICKEN SALAD

• Coleslaw mix• Cooked diced chicken• Red onions and tomatoes• Barbecue sauce• Shredded cheese or cubes

• Salad shakers offer a variety of options for presentation• Shaker cups• Bowls

• Creation of layers is not necessary

• Utilize chilled sauces as salad dressings

PACKAGING RECOMMENDATIONS

PLASTIC BOWLS

KRAFT BOWLS

SHAKER CUPS

Considerations: • Durability

• Recyclable

• Ability to stack

• Space for dressing container

Packaging Supplier Options: Link to Uline Product PageLink to Huhtamaki Product PageLink to Webstaurantstore Product PageLink to Dart Product Page

CHILLED SAUCES AND DIPS

• Utilize bulk sauce options for creation of flavorful sauces and dips

• Simple add-ins for variety of flavor options

• Sauce or dip for salad dressings, vegetables, chicken strips, tortilla chips, etc.

• Ability to portion into individual containers for easy transport

Ideal Recipes for Limited & Socially Distant Staff

RECIPES: CHILLED SAUCES

CHILLED CHILE CON QUESO

• Mucho Queso™ Cheese Sauce

• Canned tomatoes with green chiles

• Jalapenos

CHILLED CHEESY BUFFALO

• Ultimate White Cheese Sauce• Buffalo sauce• Cayenne (optional)

DILL SAUCE

• Ultimate White Cheese Sauce• Dill• Onion powder

RECIPES: CHILLED SAUCES

CHILLED SWEET SRIRACHA CHILI

• Ultimate White Cheese Sauce• Sweet chili sauce• Sriracha

CHILLED THREE -INGREDIENT QUESO

• Ultimate White Cheese Sauce• Diced chiles • Jalapenos

CILANTRO LIME CREMA

• Ultimate White Cheese Sauce• Cilantro• Lime juice• Tajin seasoning

PACKAGING RECOMMENDATIONS

SOUFFLE CUPS w/ LIDS

Considerations: • Various sizing

• Durability

• Leak and spill-proof

COMPARTMENT CONTAINERS

Packaging Supplier Options: Link to Uline Product PageLink to Huhtamaki Product PageLink to Webstaurantstore Product PageLink to Dart Product Page

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