Participant-sourced recipes and practical ideas to help families make the most of what they bring home from Birch.
Turmeric Chicken Bowls
Tender ginger-lime chicken served over creamy coconut rice with crisp vegetables and cool tzatziki. These colorful chicken and rice bowls are fresh, filling, and easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
Traditional Guatemalan Breakfast
A classic Guatemalan breakfast that’s simple, hearty, and full of flavor. This dish combines savory refried black beans, fluffy eggs, and sweet fried plantains, with creamy additions like avocado and fresh cheese for a perfectly balanced, satisfying meal.
California Veggie Sandwich
Fresh, hearty, and yummy, this veggie-packed sandwich layers creamy spreads, crisp vegetables, and avocado on whole grain bread for a satisfying, protein-boosted meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or an upgraded desk lunch.
Easy Protein Jar Salad
Here’s a quick video with our BCS Financial Literacy Counselor, Katie, sharing a simple Protein Jar Salad, made with black beans from BCS—an easy, budget-friendly way to turn what’s available into something filling, balanced, and ready for busy days.
Easy Fish Tacos
This quick fish taco recipe is a true weeknight win—simple, satisfying, and easy to pull together with ingredients you can find at Birch. It’s a great way to get a healthy meal on the table fast, make the most of what you have and enjoy a flexible dinner together!