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Blueberries are a versatile and practical addition to K-12 foodservice, offering seamless integration into school menus in both fresh and frozen forms. Whether tossed into a vibrant breakfast parfait or baked into whole-grain muffins, they provide a burst of color and nutrition that students love. By choosing blueberries, schools can easily enhance their meal programs with a nutritious, well loved fruit that supports student wellness while remaining manageable for kitchen staff.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Year-Round Access and Versatility<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use frozen berries for cost-effective smoothies and muffins, or fresh berries for grab-and-go cups and salad bars.<\/p>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Kid-Approved<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blueberries\u2019 vibrant color and naturally sweet flavor profile reduces the need for added sugars.<\/p>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Minimal Prep<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No peeling, pitting, or slicing required\u2014just rinse (fresh) or pour (frozen).<\/p>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Nutritious Choice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both fresh and frozen blueberries boast an excellent nutritional profile, helping kids get a serving of fruit.<\/p>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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To learn more about using blueberries in K-12 menus, contact us at K12@blueberry.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\r\n

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Unleash your culinary creativity with the endless recipe possibilities using blueberries. Download our K-12 recipes toolkit for inspiration to spruce up your school menus.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Blueberry Boosted Sauces<\/h3>\r\n \r\n

From blueberry ponzu to blueberry pico de gallo, it\u2019s easy and delicious to put more blueberries on menus. Download our recipes for blueberry boosted sauces now.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n \r\n

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