We are excited to share the Doctor Yum Project! This great resource believes that healthy, delicious cooking doesn’t have to be complicated. That’s why they created meal•o•matic—a fun and simple tool to help you build your own meals using ingredients you already love. Whether you’re working with what’s in your fridge, catering to specific dietary needs, or just craving your favorite flavors, meal•o•matic makes it easy to create personalized dishes in minutes. No matter your experience in the kitchen, this tool is designed to be easy and enjoyable for the whole family.
And if you’re participating in the CACFP, don’t worry—you can still use meal•o•matic while keeping crediting in mind. Just be sure to select ingredients and portion sizes that align with the CACFP meal pattern requirements to ensure your meals meet program guidelines.
There is also an app available to download for easy use in the kitchen.
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How It Works
Their interface is simple and easy to use. Just start by selecting which type of recipe you want to make. Then, select the ingredients for the base, protein, vegetables, seasonings, sauces, etc based on what you either have on hand, or want to cook with. After that, the meal-o-matic will create a recipe with ingredients, amounts and directions based off of your selection. So simple and fun!
With meal•o•matic, creating nutritious, customized meals is simple, fun, and flexible—whether you’re cooking for your family or planning meals that meet CACFP requirements. Give it a try and discover just how easy healthy cooking can be!