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 appealāperfect for high-volume kitchens serving growing minds.
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Brunch Bowl
A flavorful, student-approved breakfast bowl featuring RED GOLDĀ® Nutritionally Enhanced Salsa.
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Chef-Inspired BBQ Chicken Nachos
A bold, student-approved recipe featuring tender chicken strips tossed in Red GoldĀ® 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 GoldĀ® 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 GoldĀ® 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 GoldĀ® 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 jalapeƱo cheese sauce, crunchy tortilla chips, and topped withā¦
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Spanish Rice
Packed with bold flavor and wholesome ingredients, our Red GoldĀ® 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 thatās 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.
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Vegetarian Lasagna
Layers of tender noodles, mozzarella, and colorful veggies come together with Red GoldĀ® Nutritionally Enhanced Spaghetti Sauce for a flavorful, balanced meal. Each serving delivers a full cup of vegetablesā¦
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Cheesy BBQ Nacho Waffle Fries
Bring bold flavor to your K-12 menu with this fun, student-approved recipe!
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Chunky Taco Soup
Chunky Taco SoupĀ is a flavorful chef-created school meal made with seasoned beef, salsa, potatoes, corn, and taco spices. Itās a warm, satisfying option thatās also a reimbursable meal.