USDA revised the CACFP meal patterns to ensure children and adults have access to healthy, balanced meals throughout the day. Under the child and adult meal patterns, meals served include a greater variety of vegetables and fruit, more whole grains, and less added sugar and saturated fat. The meal patterns are based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, scientific recommendations from the National Academy of Medicine, and stakeholder input. These changes went into affect on October 1, 2017.

Sample Menus

Achieve compliance with confidence. Gordon Food Service is your partner in meeting CACFP guidelines, offering expertly crafted menus and resources designed for success. Contact the Nutrition Resource Center at nrc@gfs.com for questions. 

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