Food for Thought: Cheesy Potatoes

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By Patti Rigby, Carbon School District Nutritional Director

A new twist on cheesy potatoes was created by a manager looking to give some variety to a favorite side dish.

Mashed potatoes are a kid favorite of all ages and grades and after adding some left-over shredded cheese the students really loved it!

Mashed potatoes credit as a vegetable and cheese increases the value of the side dish by adding a protein component. It’s one of those easy recipes that is a nutritious crowd pleaser.

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