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Erie students create their own cooking shows highlighting regional food
Students in Erie public schools have been participating in hands-on nutrition lessons through cooking shows, with the public invited to vote on their favorite recipes.
Each month, students from different schools create child-friendly, healthy recipes featuring seasonal harvest items.
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'It combines some life skills like cooking and public speaking with the nutrition education,' said Kaitlyn Falk, District Wellness Manager for Erie's Public Schools.
The cooking shows feature a variety of recipes, such as cabbage hashbrowns and butternut squash mac 'n cheese, encouraging students to explore new foods and cooking techniques. Students also share fun facts about the fruits and vegetables used in their recipes. For example, asparagus supports blood health with folate needed for red cell formation.
The initiative has seen students become more willing to try fruits and vegetables, especially when they are involved in the cooking process. A link to YouTube videos of the cooking shows is now available, allowing Erie County residents to vote for their favorite recipes. This interactive element aims to engage the community and promote healthy eating habits.
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The hope is that students will continue to try new foods and form lifelong healthy habits, as they become more open to tasting their own creations.
You can watch the videos and vote for your favorite
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