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Opening Recipes & Menus

This procedure is used to access all processes in the Recipes & Menus section.

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Recipes

After items have been added to the system, recipes are created. Recipe creation allows you to add a description, recipe number, short description, external description and code for broadcasting purposes, required temperature (if applicable), and photo. You have the ability to select a recipe category, menu item type, delivery mode, and production area.  Steps and ingredients are entered to produce a recipe. This can be set up in order for a recipe to be manufactured from scratch (such as blueberry muffins) or assembled (such as Asian chicken salad). Total recipe yield, delivery units, manufactured item (if applicable), nutritional values, and serving sizes (which may vary between grades) are also established. 

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Recipes.

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   The Recipe Maintenance window displays the Recipe Number, Description, Short Description, recipe Category, Menu Item Type, Manufactures Item (Item # resulting from manufacturing), Manufacturing Group, Inactive recipes, and comments if a recipe Needs Attention.

   
   

2. Click Add Recipe. If you are adding to a recipe that already exists, locate and click on the recipe before selecting Add Recipe.

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   You may also select an item and click Edit Recipe or Delete Recipe.

   
   
   

3. Select how you would like to create a new recipe.
   
   1. As a new blank recipe - Information in all tabs is blank.
   2. As a copy of the currently selected recipe - By default, the first recipe is already selected. You may highlight a recipe from the list and create a copy. All information from the existing recipe is carried over to the copy.
      
4. Establish all recipe components. Then, click Save Changes. 

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You may wish to Test Print Instructions once you have established a recipe.

Print Reports

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Recipes.

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   Prior to running the Recipe Usage and Projected Meal Cost reports, you must select a recipe from the list.

   
   

2. Click Print. Then, select a report.
   
   
   

Advanced

Search and Replace Recipe on Menus

Search for and replace a single menu on multiple selected menu templates and planned sites within a specified date range

1. From the Admin & Maintenance tab, select Recipes and Menus and then Recipes.
2. Select a recipe with which you wish to replace recipes within the menu. Then, select Advanced and choose Search and Replace Recipe on Menus from the drop-down menu.
   
   
   
3. Use the wizard to guide you through search for and replacing items on recipes with a different ingredient.
   
   1. Select next to confirm you have selected the correct ingredient.
      
      
      
   2. Type in a search word to filter your results. When you find the ingredient you were searching for, select it and click Next.
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   3. Use the filters to create your search scope. Then, click Next.
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              Search Menu Templates - searches across all menu templates.
              Search Site Planning - Searches all sites by default, or you can select a specific site by selecting the radio button and selecting a site from the drop-down. Or, search by Category and Cluster, or Named Site Filter.
              Search templates and planning for date range - Select the drop-down menu to see a Calendar to select a specific planning date range.
              Search Menus - searches across all menus.
      
      
   4. A list will be generated for all of the affected menus. Here, you can unselect any menus you do not want to be affected. When finished, click Next.
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   5. Confirm that the desired changes will be made. If you are not satisfied, you can select the Back button to make different changes. Then, select Finish to apply your changes.
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Recipe Categories

Recipe Categories assist in establishing balanced meals and meal components.

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Recipe Categories.

2. Enter a new recipe category by clicking in the cell next to the asterisk * or click Jump to New Row. Then, click Save Changes.

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   To remove a recipe category, select a category and click Delete. The category cannot be in use.

   
   

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   To locate a recipe category in your list, click Find. Then, begin typing the category name in the search bar.

   

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Recipe Delivery Units

Menu Count Types are applied to Recipes under the Yield & Serving Sizes tab.

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Recipe Delivery Units.
2. Establish new recipe delivery units. Then, click Save Changes.
   
   1. Description - Enter a new Recipe Delivery Unit description.
   2. Volume (mL) - Enter the number in mL if the unit can be broken down; otherwise, leave blank.
      

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Menu Count Types

Menu Count Types are applied to Manufacturing Groups for Recipes under the Yield & Serving Sizes tab.

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Menu Count Types.
2. Establish new menu count types. Then, click Save Changes.
   
   1. Description - Enter a new Menu Count Type description.
   2. Category - Use the drop-down menu to select the correct category (Student Reimbursable, Adult Meal, Other).
   3. Nutrient Standards - Use the drop-down menu to select one or more nutrient standards to apply.
   4. Food Patterns - Use the drop-down menu to establish one or more food patterns.
      

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Fat Change Types

Fat contents of foods change depending on how a recipe or item is prepared for consumption. You can apply Fat Change Types to a Recipe under the Nutrition tab. For additional information, refer to pages 79-80 of the USDA's School Meal Nutrient Analysis Protocols.

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Fat Change Types.
2. You may add fat change types by entering a description next to the asterisk * and entering fat changes or clicking Import from USDA.
   
3. Use the Search tool to locate and select the correct item from the USDA list (if available). Then, click Ok.
   
4. Once you have completed adding Fat Change Types, click Save Changes.

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Critical Control Points

The USDA has established Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) in regards to preparation and serving. Additional CCPs may be added. For more information, refer to the USDA website.

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Critical Control Points.
2. Scroll to the bottom of the Critical Control Point Maintenance screen and establish new CCPs next to the asterisk *. Then, click Save Changes.
   
   1. Description - Enter each new critical control point description.
   2. SOP Category - Use the drop-down menu to select a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
   3. Hazard - Type in the type of hazard that may result from not following proper procedures.
   4. Critical Limit - Enter the critical limit and additional details, such as how often the temperature should be checked.

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Menus

Menus are created by adding recipes and adding one or more menus to a menu template. You also have the ability to merge menus and run nutrient reports.

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Menus.

2. Add a new menu to the list of available menus by clicking Add New.

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   When adding a new menu as a copy, all established components of the existing menu will be carried forward.

   

3. Select if the menu should be created As a new blank menu or As a copy of the currently selected menu. Then, click Ok.
   

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   Establish new menu details. When you are done, click Save Changes.

   1. Enter details to create the menu.

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      The External Description is for Districts that utilize additional resources for meals, such as external meal calendars or apps.

      
      

   2. Use the Search for Recipes tool to locate a recipe. Then, you may drag and drop or double-click on a recipe to add it to the menu.

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      You can resize the work and search areas by using the ↔ which appears when you hover over the space between the two areas. Clicking the arrow next to "Search for Recipes" will collapse the search area and give you more room to work. You may choose to use the Add Recipe to Menu button in the ribbon.

      
      

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      When a recipe is selected in a menu, you may right-click and print/export the menu grid.

      
      

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      Link recipes with entreés - Note that entreés are bold. By placing a checkmark in the box of a non-entreé recipe, it associates that specific recipe in conjunction with the entreé. Once a recipe is linked, it becomes indented to display association. Recipes that are not linked to an entreé apply to the entire menu.

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      If multiple entreés exist on a menu and you choose to utilize the Link to Entreé feature, be sure you drag and drop or use the Move Up/Move Down buttons so that recipes are directly associated with the chosen entreé. Location is not an issue for recipes that are unlinked.

      
      
              Description - Enter the description of the menu.
              Menu Number - Enter a menu number using alphanumeric characters.
              Short Desc - Enter a short description of the menu to appear during menu planning.
              External Description - Enter a description to be displayed to parents and students.
              Export Code - Enter the export code for eternal info distribution.
              Menu Category - Select a menu category from the drop-down menu.
              Meal Type - Select a Meal Type from the drop-down menu.
              Inactive - Select the checkbox to inactivate a menu.
              Search for Recipes - Use the search tools to narrow search results.
              Search - Enter part or all of a recipe name.
              Menu Item Type - Select a menu item type from the drop-down menu, e.g. entree, side dish, etc.
              Food Contributions - Select one or more food contributions from the drop-down menu.

Print Reports

While in the Edit Menu window, you may choose to print the View Usage report or the Weighted Nutrient Analysis report.

View Usage

1. Select a menu from the Menu Maintenance list. Then, click Edit.

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2. Select Print, then choose View Usage.
3. Select which options to include in the report. Then, click Ok.
   

4. You may choose to print or export the report. After you have finished printing or exporting, click Close Print Preview.

   

1. Select a menu from the Menu Maintenance list. Then, click Edit.
2. Select Print, then choose Weighted Nutrient Analysis.

3. The Weighted Nutrient Analysis tab will appear. Click the Print button and select Weighted Nutrient Analysis, Details by Recipe, or Detailed Worksheet by Nutrient report.

   1. Add Menu - If you would like to add another menu for analysis, click Add Menu and select a menu from the list. Then, click Ok.

   2. Remove Menu - Removes an entire menu from the list. You must confirm you wish to remove the menu.

   3. Add Serving Day - Allows a serving day to be added for analysis.

   4. Remove Serving Day - Allow you to remove a serving day. You must confirm you wish to remove the serving day.

   5. Meal Counts - If Meal Counts have not been added, you may add them by expanding the plus + sign.
      

Advanced Menu Options

The menu merge feature allows you to merge multiple menus into one menu. This is helpful for cleanup, especially in circumstances where you are unable to delete an old menu.

1. From the Menu Maintenance window, select a menu from the list. Then, click Advanced from the ribbon and select Merge Menus.
   
2. The wizard will appear to guide you through the process. Click Next.
   
3. Select one or more menus from the list by placing a checkmark in the box(es). Then, click Next.
   
4. Select the menu you wish to keep. This will allow you to keep the menu number while merging the other menus. Then, click Next.
   
5. You must review changes before continuing as merging menus affects Menu Templates and Meal Planning for sites. If you are okay with the changes that will be applied, click Next.
   
6. You need to confirm and apply the merge of XX number of menus to complete the process. Click Finish.
    

Search and Replace Menu

Search for and replace a single menu on multiple selected menu templates and planned sites within a specified date range. Choose between leaving planned recipes as is or remapping planned recipes.

1. From the Admin & Maintenance tab, select Recipes and Menus and then Menus.
2. Select a menu with which you wish to replace within a specified date range.
   
3. Select Advanced, and then choose Search and Replace Menu from the drop-down menu.
4. Use the wizard to guide you through search for and replacing menus.
   
   1. Select Next to confirm you have selected the correct menu.
      
      
      
   2. Type in a search word to filter your results. When you find the menu you were searching for, click Next. 
      
   3. Use the filters to create your search scope. Then, click Next.
      
              Search Menu Templates - searches across all menu templates.
              Search Site Planning - Searches all sites by default, or you can select a specific site by selecting the radio button and selecting a site from the drop-down. Or, search by Category and Cluster, or Named Site Filter.
              Search templates and planning for date range - Select the drop-down menu to see a Calendar to select a specific planning date range.
             
   4. Select how you would like your planned recipes to be remapped to the new menu's recipes. When finished, click Next.
      
      
      
   5. A list will be generated for all of the affected menus. Here, you can unselect any menus you do not want to be affected. When finished, click Next.
      
      
      
   6. Confirm that the desired changes will be made. If you are not satisfied, you can select the Back button to make different changes. Then, select Finish to apply your changes.
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Menu Categories

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Menu Categories.
2. Establish new menu categories next to the row with the asterisk *. Then, click Save Changes.
   
   1. Description - Enter a new menu category description.
   2. Menu Category Kind - Use the drop-down menu to select the correct menu category.
      

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Menu Templates

Menu Templates allow recipes to be created for meals, date ranges established, and then templates applied to sites. (e.g. Elementary Breakfast - 1/2 c scrambled egg, 1 slice whole wheat toast, 4 oz juice; Middle School Breakfast - 3/4 c scrambled egg, 1 1/2 slice toast, 6 oz juice)

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Menu Templates.

2. Click Add to create a new menu template or select an existing template and click Edit.

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   You can create menu templates in a test database and export them and import them into the live database.

   
   
   
   

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   Select if you would like to add a new blank template or a copy of the currently selected template. Then, click Ok.
   

4. Establish Menu Template details.

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   View - Allows you to change how you view the calendar. Include Saturdays Include Sundays Show Recipe Detail - Shows all items included in the recipe for the meal. Row Height - Allows you to adjust the size of the rows so all items are visible when more than one recipe is allocated for a day or when viewing recipe details. Anchor ED15710 ED15710 Print - Allows you to print various records and reports. The Print option is also available in the main Menu Template window. Calendar - Allows you to print a menu calendar based upon a number of options. Tip title Did You Know? When printing the calendar,  non-service days are displayed?         Date Range (Inclusive) - Use the calendar tools to select a From and To date range.         Options - Select one or more of the options to include in the printout.         Include Menus - Select one or more Meal Category Kinds to include in the printout.         Include Recipes - Select one or more Menu Item Type recipes to include in the printout. Menu Template Details Weighted Nutrient Analysis Meal Pattern Analysis Expand title Menu Template Tracking Log Expand title Carbohydrate Analysis Establish report criteria for the selected Menu Template. Then, click Ok.         Date Range (Inclusive) - Use the calendar tool to select a From and To date range.         Menu Count Type - Select a menu count type to include in the report. Change Serving Type - Allows you to change the type of serving for the day by selecting a day and using the drop-down menu. Edit Daily Alert - Allows you to add, edit, or clear an alert for a date.

   1. Description - Enter a description for the menu template.

   2. Meal Type - Use the drop-down menu to select a meal type.

   3. MealViewer Time Block - Use the drop-down menu to select a time block.

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   4. Start Date - Use the calendar tool to select a start date.

   5. End Date - Use the calendar tool to select an end date.

   

5. Add a menu for a day by selecting a day and clicking Edit Day or double-clicking on a selected date.
6. Establish a menu template using the options on the ribbon at the top of the page. When you are done, click Ok.
   
   
   

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      Expected ServiceType for <Meal> on <Day of Week, mm/dd/yyyy> - Use the drop-down menu to select a service type for the date. 
   2. Menus - Use one of the following options to add a menu to menu planning:

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         Search for Menus - Use the Search tool to locate and select a specific menu from the Menu tab located on the right. Then, double-click or drag and drop the menu to the template.

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         Create New Menu - Create a menu on the fly by entering a Menu Number, Description, and clicking Quick-Add Menu. Then, click the Recipes tab or Add Recipe button to search for and add recipes from the list.

      3. Add Menu - Click the Add Menu button and use the Search tool to locate and select a specific menu. 

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         When a menu is selected in a menu template, you may right-click and Print/Export Grid Data, "Jump to" the selected menu in Menu Maintenance, Remove the menu from the menu template, or Search and Replace the Menu.

         
         

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         Move Menu Up/Down - You may reorder how menus appear on the template by selecting a menu and using the Move Menu Up or Move Menu Down buttons.

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         Flatten Menus (Optional) - Once you have completed adding menus and recipes to a day, you may wish to flatten the menus. This process will merge all menus and recipes into one menu for preparation and production. (e.g. You have a burger menu that contains a recipe for cheeseburger, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, fries, and applesauce as part of the menu. You have a pork slider menu that contains pork slider, onion, corn, and applesauce as part of the menu. Once a menu is flattened, all menus and recipes are combined to form one menu.)

         
         

   3. Recipes - Use one or more of the following options to add a recipe to a menu:

      1. Search for Recipes - Use the Search tool to locate and select a specific recipe from the Recipe tab located on the right. Then, double-click or drag and drop the recipe to a menu.

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      2. Add Recipe - Click the Add Recipe button and use the Search tool to locate and select a specific recipe.

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         Move Recipe Up/Down - You may reorder how recipes appear on the template by selecting a menu and using the Move Recipe Up or Move Recipe Down buttons.

      4. Link to Entreé - Note that entreés are bold. By placing a checkmark in the box of a non-entreé recipe, it associates that specific recipe in conjunction with the entreé. Once a recipe is linked, it becomes indented to display association. Recipes that are not linked to an entreé apply to the entire menu.
         

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         If multiple entreés exist on a menu and you choose to utilize the Link to Entreé feature, be sure you "drag and drop" or use the Move Up/Move Down buttons so that recipes are directly associated with the chosen entreé. Location is not an issue for recipes that are unlinked.

         
         

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         The View More Data drop-down menu allows you to review meal contributions and nutrients for a menu count type and recipe cost while you are building menu templates.  To review Meal Contributions and Nutrients for a Menu Count Type: From the Edit Menu Template screen, select a menu. Click on View More Data, then select Food Contribution and select a Menu Count Type to review. If you have multiple menus on your template to review, click on other menus. The Menu Count Type focus remains the same. Info title Review Meal Contributions for a Different Menu Count Type To review contributions for a different Menu Count Type, click Meal Contributions and select a different type. Info title Close Meal Contributions To close reviewing meal contributions, click Meal Contributions and click on the selected Menu Count Type to remove the checkmark. Note title Review Meal Contributions for a Different Day Click Cancel to return to the calendar view. If you select a different day, the last Menu Count Type focus remains until you close out of the selected menu template.

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         The View More Data drop-down allows you to review meal contributions and nutrients for a menu count type and recipe cost while you are building menu templates. To see real-time plate count costs for your recipes: From the Edit Menu Template screen, select a menu. Click on View More Data, then select Recipe Cost. Configure the settings for your Recipe Cost view. Now that you have identified the recipe cost criteria, you will see columns for Purchase Cost, Donated Value, and Total Value within the recipes. Tip Check/Uncheck the recipes to see the real-time costs change.

         
         

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      Daily Alert - Adds an alert to a day and displays on the menu template, menu planning, and production for the established day.
      
   
   
   
7. Repeat the process for each day.

8. (Optional) Copy and paste a day or a number of days/cycle.

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   Copy one day
   1. Click on the day you wish to copy. Then, click Copy or right-click and select Copy.

   2. Click on the day you wish the recipe to appear and click Paste or right-click and select Paste.
      

Copy multiple days/cycle

a. Click on the first day and drag to the last day using your mouse. Then, click Copy.

b. Click and drag the date range where you wish the menu cycle to repeat. Then, click Paste Cycle.

When you are done, click Save Changes.

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Production Areas

Recipe can be designated by Production Areas. 

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Production Areas.
2. Enter each new production area group in the cell next to the asterisk * or click Jump to New Row. Then, click Save Changes.

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Manufacturing Groups

1. From the Recipes & Menus option, select Manufacturing Groups.
2. Enter each new manufacturing group in the cell next to the asterisk * or click Jump to New Row. Then, click Save Changes.

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Mass-Update

The Mass Updates option allows you to easily apply changes to some fields in Recipes and Menus instead of modifying each individually.

From the Recipes & Menus option, select Mass Update. Then, select which mass update to complete.

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Recipes

Make necessary changes to Recipe information. Then, click Save Changes.

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Menus

Make necessary changes to Menu information. Then, click Save Changes.

MealViewer Menu Groups

Select a MealViewer Menu Group for each applicable menu. Then, click Save Changes.

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