K12 Recipes
Discover a variety of recipes crafted specifically for K-12 foodservice programs. From kid-friendly favorites to bold, flavor-packed meals, each recipe is designed to meet USDA guidelines while satisfying student tastes. These school-tested dishes balance nutrition, efficiency, and appeal—perfect for high-volume kitchens serving growing minds.
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Chef-Inspired Queso Meatball Nachos
This recipe layers beef meatballs with a bold blend of black beans, corn, jalapeños, and creamy jalapeño cheese sauce. Served over crunchy corn tortilla chips and topped with Red Gold.
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BBQ Chicken Fries
A fun twist on a classic favorite, this dish layers crispy French fries with tender pulled chicken tossed in Red Gold® Barbecue Sauce.
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Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Noodle Bake
This student-favorite brings bold flavor to the lunchroom with tender diced chicken simmered in Red Gold® Enchilada Sauce.
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Brunch Bowl
A flavorful, student-approved breakfast bowl featuring RED GOLD® Nutritionally Enhanced Salsa.
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Chef-Inspired BBQ Chicken Nachos
A bold, student-approved recipe featuring tender chicken strips tossed in Red Gold® BBQ Sauce, layered over crunchy tortilla chips, and topped with creamy cheese sauce.
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Latin-Inspired Chicken Totchos
This bold and colorful bowl layers crispy tater tots with tender dark meat chicken strips, creamy white queso, and Red Gold® Nutritionally Enhanced Salsa.
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Enchilada Stack
A layered favorite with bold flavor and smart nutrition. This easy-to-assemble Enchilada Stack features Red Gold® Low Sodium Enchilada Sauce.
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Pasta Pizza Bake
A kid-favorite with a nutritious twist! Bring the flavors of pizza to your school lunch tray with this delicious Pasta Pizza Bake featuring Red Gold® Nutritionally Enhanced Spaghetti Sauce.
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Rattle Snake Bowl
Spice up your school lunch menu with this bold and balanced Rattlesnake Bowl. Featuring multi-grain penne pasta, fajita-style chicken strips, creamy jalapeño cheese sauce, crunchy tortilla chips, and topped with…
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Spanish Rice
Packed with bold flavor and wholesome ingredients, our Red Gold® Spanish Rice is a school-friendly side that delivers both taste and nutrition.
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Taco Chili
Packed with protein and veggies, this Taco Chili is a school lunch standout that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
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Tomato Bisque
Warm, comforting, and easy to prepare, our Tomato Bisque is a K12 favorite that blends Red Gold Marinara Sauce with rich heavy cream for a smooth, satisfying soup.