Canned Food Myths – Busted!

Fall is the time of year for soothing soups, yummy stews, and comfort foods. It’s also an ideal time for canned foods. But far too many people feel that they’re cutting corners by using them. Sometimes zipping open a can is associated with guilt. But enjoying canned foods can and should be guilt-free. This month we talked with Jackie Newgent, RDN and culinary nutritionist, who gives her culinary blessing to cook with canned foods!

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Still uneasy about using canned foods? Let @jackienewgent, RDN, put your fears to rest, as she clears up 4 big #myths!

Enjoy Canned Pears 5 Ways with a New MyPlate Infographic

David Herring, MS, Nutritionist, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service in Food and Nutrition posted a great article on canned pears. There’s also a really fun new infographic, showing "Five Ways to Turn Canned Pears into Sweet and Delicious Meals" all year long. Read up on your canned pear facts and download the new infographic below.

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You can do so much more with canned pears! Check out this new @MyPlate infographic from David Herring, MS!

Recipes of the Month: Pumpkin Everything!

OK, OK, maybe we’re late to the game since it seems everyone starts talking about pumpkin as early as September these days! But let’s savor the flavor when the time is truly right! There’s nothing like a thick and creamy pumpkin soup, your favorite pie or even a twist on a traditional holiday favorite using the very versatile canned pumpkin!

DID YOU KNOW that canned pumpkin has three times more Vitamin A than the same amount of cooked fresh/raw pumpkin? Yup! So go on pumpkin-head, feel good about using this nutrient-rich thickener for taste, flavor and nutrition!

Here are a few of our favorite recipes to try:

We also have "Pumpkin Everything" Pinterest board if you're looking for even more!

It's still fall, which means it's still pumpkin season! Check out these awesome pumpkin #recipes on @CannedFoodFan's Pinterest page.

What was your favorite recipe we shared this year in the newsletter, on social media or on Mealtime.org?

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Last month's question: "Did you know canned foods can be used in an Instant Pot?"

Results: Yes - 69%; No - 31%

To learn more about the Canned Food Alliance visit our website at Mealtime.org or contact the CFA’s Communications Manager, Katie Toulouse, at (412) 458-5823 or via email at katie@mealtime.org.

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