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MSU Extension-Genesee
605 N. Saginaw St, Ste.1A
Flint, Michigan
48502
United States

Email Address: MSUE.Genesee@county.msu.edu
Phone: 810-244-8500
Fax: 810-341-1729
 
MSUE Nutrition

 
Farmer's Markets accepting Bridge Cards

Flint Farmer's Market is among those accepting Bridge Cards.
 

Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) provides nutrition education to low-income families with children. MSU Extension instructors provide education in a way that is fun and interesting to help families maximize their resources.

Project Fresh

Project FRESH program provides participants with nutrition education and encourages participants to improve their dietary choices by providing them with coupons to buy fresh fruits and vegetables at local farmers’ markets. The program increases the demand for Michigan grown produce and boosts the income of farmers who sell fruits and vegetables at participating markets.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Education 

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Education (SNAP-Ed) provides nutrition education to anyone eligible for or receiving food stamp benefits. MSU Extension collaborates with other agencies to coordinate efforts and refer families to local community services that best meet the families' needs.

 

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Recipes

 

Bean Pie

Serving:  3 whole pies (8 slices per pie)
Preparation:  1 hr. 15 minutes

     Ingredients:
          1 c. cooked Navy, Kidney, Pinto beans (mashed well) (if using canned, drain well)
          2 c. coconut
          1 c. chopped pecans
          4 eggs
          3 c. sugar
          1 Tbsp. vanilla
          2 sticks melted margarine/butter
          3 - 8” unbaked pie shells
1.      Wash, sort and soak beans; cook until tender. Mash well.
2.      Beat eggs, add all other ingredients. Mix well and pour into 3 unbaked 8” pie shells.
 Bake for 45 -60   minutes at 375 F.
 
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Farmers Market Salsa


Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
Yield: 8 servings
 
 
Ingredients:

1/2 cup fresh cooked or frozen corn
1 can (15 ounce) drained and rinsed black beans
1 cup fresh diced tomatoes
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced green pepper
2 Tablespoons lime juice
2 finely chopped garlic cloves
1/2 cup picante sauce

 



 

Instructions:


1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Chill until serving time.
2. Drain before serving.
3. Serve with low fat baked tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.

Notes: This salsa uses fresh vegetables that are available year-round and add flavor and beautiful color. Kids and grown-ups alike can't resist how good it tastes. If you have a hand-held chopper, this is an easy task for kids in helping with the recipe.

Safety Tip: If cutting the corn off the cob, adult supervision is a good idea.

Cost:


Per Recipe: $ 2.44
Per Serving: $ 0.31

Source:

Adapted from:
Kids a Cookin'

Kansas Family Nutrition Program
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