Have you ever wondered how to use all of the beans or cereal you get with WIC? What about all those fruit and veggie dollars? Sometimes we get in a rut of eating the same fruits like bananas and apples, but there are so many more options available! Let’s look at how to better utilize CEREAL!

Hot & Cold Cereal

Did you know you can get both hot and cold cereal with WIC? Next time you’re shopping try out a different cereal. See what is approved here!

Oatmeal is a great option to get more whole grains into your day. Here are a few tips:

• Try cooking them in milk or broth instead of water for some added nutrients.
• Make it ahead! Try overnight oats by soaking the oatmeal overnight in milk and top with your favorite fruit in the morning! Enjoy hot or cold.
• Use oatmeal as a binder for meatloaf or meatballs.
• Add oatmeal to a smoothie!

What about all that cold cereal you already bought and haven’t eaten?! There are so many ways to enjoy cereal that doesn’t involve putting them in a bowl with milk. Check out these options:

• Mix together a savory snack mix with three varieties of cereal and add some nuts! Here’s a recipe.
• Or maybe you’re a fan of the sweeter side… try this snack mix instead!
• Make into a breakfast or snack bar using rice cereal with this recipe.
• Top your yogurt with some dry cereal.
• Make a chicken bake topped with crushed cereal for a crunchy top!
• Try the traditional rice cereal treat or bake up a yummy bar like this one.
• Quick and easy peanut butter Cheerio bites would also be a hit.

Be creative and try something new with your cereal!

Sources:

https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/topic/what-do-i-do-with-my