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The Recipes & Menus section will take you through the process of editing and adding recipes, recipe categories, recipe delivery units, menu count types, fat change types, critical control points, menus, menu categories, menu templates, and production areas. |
This procedure is used to access all processes in the Recipes & Menus section.
Locate and click the Administration tab. Next, click on the Recipes & Menu option.
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RecipesAfter items have been added to the system, recipes are created. Recipe creation allow 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 setup 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.
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. |
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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- Select how you would like to create a new recipe.
- As a new blank recipe - Information in all tabs is blank.
- 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.
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- Establish all recipe components. Then, click Save Changes.
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Recipe Info allows you to enter a long, short, and external description, recipe number, export code, recipe category, menu item type, delivery mode, HACCP information such as temperature, process type, and production area. You can also enter pan size, number of pans, a photograph of the completed recipe, and flag a recipe that needs further attention. Establish Recipe Info. - Description - Enter a description of the recipe.
- Recipe Number - Enter the recipe number.
- Short Description - Enter a short description of the recipe.
- External Description - Enter an external description of the recipe. (Used to broadcast recipes to the web.)
- Export Code - Enter the export code. (Used to broadcast recipes to the web.)
- Recipe Category - Use the drop-down menu to select a recipe category (Breads/Grains, Entree, Fruit/Veg, Milk, Uncategorized).
- Menu Item Type - Use the drop-down menu to select a menu item type (Entree, Side Dish, Milk, Condiment, Non-food Item, Other).
- Delivery Mode - Use the drop-down menu to select a delivery mode (Any, Ready To Assemble, Ready To Serve).
- Temperature (F) - Enter a temperature to display on the recipe instructions.
- Pan Size - Enter the size of the pan to display on the recipe instructions. (Not required.)
- Number of Pans - Enter the number of pans a recipe will yield to display in the recipe instructions. (Not required.)
- Process Type - Use the drop-down menu to select the HACCP process type (No Cook, Same Day Service, Complex Food Preparation).
- Require Temperature Log - Requires temperature to be entered during Production process.
- Production Area - Use the drop-down menu to select a production area (Bread, Default, Dessert, Fruit, Main Dish, Side, Vegetable).
- Photo - Allows you to attach a photo of the finished recipe.
- Needs Attention - If there is a possible issue with the recipe (nutrition contribution, missing item, etc.), place a checkmark in the box and enter a statement.
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- An image box will appear. Right-click in the box and select Load.
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Steps & Ingredients allows you to establish steps for preparing, creating, cooking, and warming recipes. Establish Steps & Ingredients. Step Title - Enter a step on the row with the asterisk *. Note |
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- Critical Control Point (CCP) - Use the drop-down menu to select from a list of CCPs (if applicable).
- Instructions - Enter a list of instructions in the drop-down menu. These will appear on the recipe instructions report.
- Photo - Photographs can be added at the step level by following the same procedures under Recipe Info.
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- Click the plus + sign to expand a step.
Enter a Catalog Number or Description in the correct column. Then, press Enter on the keyboard to open a list of items. Tip |
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- Select the correct item from the list. Then, click Ok.
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Repeat the process until all ingredients and steps have been added. |
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Yield & Serving Sizes allows you to establish totals for each completed recipe and how a recipe can be distributed, determine if the recipe produces a completed item through manufacturing, and establish serving sizes depending on menu count types. Info |
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Establish Yield & Serving Sizes. Yield - Use the drop-down menu to select a delivery mode (Any, Ready To Assemble, Ready To Serve).- Temperature (F) - Enter a temperature to display on the recipe instructions.
- Pan Size - Enter the size of the pan to display on the recipe instructions. (Not required.)
- Number of Pans - Enter the number of pans a recipe will yield to display in the recipe instructions. (Not required.)
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- Delivery Unit - Use the drop-down menu to select the HACCP process type (No Cook, Same Day Service, Complex Food Preparation).
- Require Temperature Log - Requires temperature to be entered during Production process.
- Production Area a delivery unit. Then, enter the number of base-units from the yield quantity per delivery unit.
- Delivery Sub-Unit - Use the drop-down menu to select a production area (Bread, Default, Dessert, Fruit, Main Dish, Side, Vegetable).
- Photo - Allows you to attach a photo of the finished recipe.
- Needs Attention - If there is a possible issue with the recipe (nutrition contribution, missing item, etc.), place a checkmark in the box and enter a statement.
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- An image box will appear. Right-click in the box and select Load.
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Steps & Ingredients allows you to establish steps for preparing, creating, cooking, and warming recipes. Establish Steps & Ingredients. Yield & Serving Sizes allows you to establish totals for each completed recipe and how a recipe can be distributed, determine if the recipe produces a completed item through manufacturing, and establish serving sizes depending on menu count types. Info |
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Establish Yield & Serving Sizes. Step Title - Enter a step on the row with the asterisk *. Note |
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| Clicking the gear icon opens the linked or created item in a new tab. |
Link an Item to a Recipe - Place a checkmark in the box to activate the magnifier icon to search and select an item from the list of available items. Create a Manufactured Item from a Recipe - Click the plus icon to create a new manufactured item. A tab will open allowing you to complete Item setup details for the newly manufactured item.
- Manufacturing Group - Use the drop-down menu to select from a list of CCPs the correct manufacturing group (if applicable).
- Instructions - Enter a list of instructions in the drop-down menu. These will appear on the recipe instructions report.
- Photo - Photographs can be added at the step level by following the same procedures under Recipe Info.
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Click the plus + sign to expand a step.Enter a Catalog Number or Description in the correct column. Then, press Enter on the keyboard to open a list of items. Tip |
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Yield - Use the drop-down menu to select a measurement type. Then, enter a quantity for the total the recipe yields/creates. Note |
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Serving Sizes can be established when portion sizes vary. - Establish serving sizes where applicable.
- Description - Enter a description.
- Portion Size - Enter the portions for the serving size description. (e.g. Grades 6-8 receive .75 cup of diced fruit; Grades K-5 receive 2 mini muffins)
- Unit - Units are designated during item setup and cannot be changed.
- Weight - Weight is designated during item setup and cannot be changed.
- Servings - The number of servings will automatically recalculate once portion size is entered.
- Servings per Delivery Unit - Servings per Delivery Unit are designated during item setup and cannot be changed.
- Menu Count Types - Place a checkmark in each Menu Count Type to designate which portion sizes will be served.
- Click the plus sign cent to each serving size description to establish food contributions.
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Nutritional information is provided for recipes based on nutritional factors established in Items or by keying values from the food label. Additionally, fat and moisture changes can change nutritional values due to cooking. Establish Nutrition. |
Click Print. Then, select a report.
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- Establish report criteria. Then, click Ok.
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- Select if you would like to Show All Nutrient Data in the report criteria. Then, click Ok.
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- Select which options you would like to include in the report. Then, click Ok.
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- Establish projected meal cost options.
- Click Change Source to change analysis source criteria.
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- Enter meal counts for the Meal Count Types (e.g. K-6, 6-8, 9-12).
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- Click Print and select Projected Meal Cost Analysis.
- Establish report criteria. Then, click Ok.
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Image Removed Image Removed- If nutritional values do not exist, click Key from Food Label or edit nutritional information at the Item level. You may run the Calculate Nutrition report for additional details.
- Fat change after cooking - Use the drop-down menu to select a delivery unitFat Change Type. Then, enter the number of base-units from the yield quantity per delivery unit.
- Delivery Sub-Unit - Use the drop-down menu to select a delivery sub-unit. Then, enter the number of base-units from the yield quantity per sub-delivery unit (if applicable).
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Link an Item to a Recipe - Place a checkmark in the box to activate the magnifier icon to search and select an item from the list of available items. Create a Manufactured Item from a Recipe - Click the plus icon to create a new manufactured item. A tab will open allowing you to complete Item setup details for the newly manufactured item.
- Manufacturing Group - Use the drop-down menu to select the correct manufacturing group (if applicable). Typically, Central Kitchens will use this option.
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Serving Sizes can be established when portion sizes vary. - Establish serving sizes where applicable.
- Description - Enter a description.
- Portion Size - Enter the portions for the serving size description. (e.g. Grades 6-8 receive .75 cup of diced fruit; Grades K-5 receive 2 mini muffins)
- Unit - Units are designated during item setup and cannot be changed.
- Weight - Weight is designated during item setup and cannot be changed.
- Servings - The number of servings will automatically recalculate once portion size is entered.
- Servings per Delivery Unit - Servings per Delivery Unit are designated during item setup and cannot be changed.
- Menu Count Types - Place a checkmark in each Menu Count Type to designate which portion sizes will be served.
- Click the plus sign cent to each serving size description to establish food contributions.
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Nutritional information is provided for recipes based on nutritional factors established in Items or by keying values from the food label. Additionally, fat and moisture changes can change nutritional values due to cooking.
Establish Nutrition.
If nutritional values do not exist, click Key from Food Label or edit nutritional information at the Item level. You may run the Calculate Nutrition report for additional details.Fat change after cooking - Use the drop-down menu to select a Fat Change Type. Then, enter the percentage of fat change.Moisture change after cooking - Enter the percentage of moisture change after cooking.
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Nutrition will need to be recalculated if fat or moisture changes are applied. To view an example of how fat and moisture percentages change after applied, review the example in Fat Change Types. |
This recipe is a grain-based dessert - Place a checkmark in the box is the recipe is a grain-based dessert.
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- Enter nutritional values. Then, click Ok.
- Nutritional Information is per - Use the drop-down menu to select a measurement. Then, enter the numerical value.
- Enter USDA Nutrient values.
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- To review calculated nutritional values, click Calculate Nutrition.
- Uncheck the box if you do not want to Show All Nutrient Data. Then, click Ok.
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The Allergens tab allows to you review allergens within a recipe. Info |
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In order for allergens to appear, they must be established at the item level (e.g. Grilled cheese recipe - milk and wheat allergens will be carried forward from noting milk as an allergen in cheese and wheat as an allergen in bread). |
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You may wish to Test Print Instructions once you have established a recipe.
From the Recipes & Menus option, select Recipes.
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From the Recipes & Menus option, select Recipes.
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- Establish report criteria. Then, click Ok.
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- Select if you would like to Show All Nutrient Data in the report criteria. Then, click Ok.
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- Select which options you would like to include in the report. Then, click Ok.
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- Establish projected meal cost options.
- Click Change Source to change analysis source criteria.
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- Enter meal counts for the Meal Count Types (e.g. K-6, 6-8, 9-12).
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- Click Print and select Projected Meal Cost Analysis.
- Establish report criteria. Then, click Ok.
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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
- From the Admin & Maintenance tab, select Recipes and Menus and then Recipes.
- 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.
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- Use the wizard to guide you through search for and replacing items on recipes with a different ingredient.
- Select next to confirm you have selected the correct ingredient.
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- 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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- 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.
- 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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- 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.
- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Recipe Categories.
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.
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Recipe Delivery Units exist to maintain the integrity of a legacy option. |
- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Recipe Delivery Units.
- Establish new recipe delivery units. Then, click Save Changes.
- Description - Enter a new Recipe Delivery Unit description.
- 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.
- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Menu Count Types.
- Establish new menu count types. Then, click Save Changes.
- Description - Enter a new Menu Count Type description.
- Category - Use the drop-down menu to select the correct category (Student Reimbursable, Adult Meal, Other).
- Nutrient Standards - Use the drop-down menu to select one or more nutrient standards to apply.
- 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.
- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Fat Change Types.
- You may add fat change types by entering a description next to the asterisk * and entering fat changes or clicking Import from USDA.
- Use the Search tool to locate and select the correct item from the USDA list (if available) or click Food Buying Guide to locate and select the item (if available). Then, click Ok.
- 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.
- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Critical Control Points.
- Scroll to the bottom of the Critical Control Point Maintenance screen and establish new CCPs next to the asterisk *. Then, click Save Changes.
- Description - Enter each new critical control point description.
- SOP Category - Use the drop-down menu to select a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
- Hazard - Type in the type of hazard that may result from not following proper procedures.
- 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.
- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Menus.
Add a new menu to the list of available menus by clicking Add New.
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- Select if the menu should be created As a new blank menu or As a copy of the currently selected menu. Then, click Ok.
- Establish new menu details. When you are done, click Save Changes.
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. |
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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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 a issue for recipes that are unlinked. |
In the example below, Veggies Stir-Fry Blend (5626) is a component of the Broccoli Beef w/fried rice entreé and Chips and Queso (HS 7039) is a component of the All-Beef Hot Dog Meal Deal entreé. Because Peaches, Canned (5104) is not linked, it is a component of both entreé meals.
While in the Edit Menu window, you may choose to print the View Usage report or the Weighted Nutrient Analysis report.
View Usage
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Select a menu from the Menu Maintenance list. Then, click Edit.
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- Select View Usage.
- Select which options to include in the report. Then, click Ok.
You may choose to print or export the report. After you have finished printing or exporting, click Close Print Preview.
Weighted Nutrient Analysis
- Select a menu from the Menu Maintenance list. Then, click Edit.
- Select Weighted Nutrient Analysis.
The Weighted Nutrient Analysis tab will appear. Click the Print button and select Weighted Nutrient Analysis, Weighted Nutrient Analysis: Details by Recipe, or Detailed Worksheet by Nutrient report.
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.
Remove Menu - Removes an entire menu from the list. You must confirm you wish to remove the menu.
Add Serving Day - Allows a serving day to be added for analysis.
Remove Serving Day - Allow you to remove a serving day. You must confirm you wish to remove the serving day.
Meal Counts - If Meal Counts have not been added, you may add them by expanding the plus + sign.
Menu Merge
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.
- From the Menu Maintenance window, select a menu from the list. Then, click Advanced from the ribbon and select Merge Menus.
- The wizard will appear to guide you through the process. Click Next.
- Select one or more menus from the list by placing a checkmark in the box(es). Then, click Next.
- Select the menu you wish to keep. This will allow you to keep the menu number while merging the other menus. Then, click Next.
- 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.
- You need to confirm and apply the merge of XX number of menus to complete the process. Click Finish.
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- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Menu Categories.
- Establish new menu categories next to the row with the asterisk *. Then, click Save Changes.
- Description - Enter a new menu category description.
- 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)
- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Menu Templates.
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. |
- Select if you would like to add a new blank template or a copy of the currently selected template. Then, click Ok.
Establish Menu Template details.
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title | Menu Template Features |
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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.
Print - Allows you to print various records and reports. The Print option is also available in the main Menu Template window. 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. |
Description - Enter a description for the menu template.
- Meal Type - Use the drop-down menu to select a meal type.
- Start Date - Use the calendar tool to select a start date.
End Date - Use the calendar tool to select an end date.
- Add a menu for a day by selecting a day and clicking Edit Day or double-clicking on a selected date.
- Establish a menu template for the day. When you are done, click Ok.
- Expected ServiceType for <Meal> on <Day of Week, mm/dd/yyyy> - Use the drop-down menu to select a service type for the date.
- Menus - Use one of the following options to add a menu to menu planning:
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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You may narrow a search by using the drop-down menu to select a Menu Category. |
- 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.
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 "jump to" the selected menu in Menu Maintenance or remove the menu from the menu template.
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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.
- 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 recipes 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.)
- Recipes - Use one or more of the following options to add a recipe to a menu:
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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You may narrow a search by using the drop-down menu to select a Menu Item Type and selecting one or more Food Contributions. |
Add Recipe - Click the Add Recipe button and use the Search tool to locate and select a specific recipe.
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When a recipe is selected in a menu template, you may right-click and "jump to" the selected recipe in Recipe Maintenance or remove the recipe from the menu template.
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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.
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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title | Link to Entreé - Location Matters |
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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 a issue for recipes that are unlinked. |
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The View Contributions button allows you to review meal contributions and nutrients for a menu count type while you are building menu templates. - From the Edit Menu Template screen, select a menu.
- Click on Meal Contributions 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 |
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title | Review Meal Contributions for a Different Menu Count Type |
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| To review contributions for a different Menu Count Type, click Meal Contributions and select a different type. |
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title | Close Meal Contributions |
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| To close reviewing meal contributions, click Meal Contributions and click on the selected Menu Count Type to remove the checkmark. |
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title | Review Meal Contributions for a Different Day |
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| Click Cancel to return to the calendar view. If you select an different day, the last Menu Count Type focus remains until you close out of the selected menu template. |
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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.
- Repeat the process for each day.
(Optional) Copy and paste a day or a number of days/cycle.
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If you right-click on your mouse, you have faster access to the tools in the Selection group of the ribbon? |
Copy one day
- Click on the day you wish to copy. Then, click Copy or right-click and select Copy.
Click on the day you wish the recipe to appear and click Paste or right-click and select Paste.
Copy multiple days/cycle
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For pasting, it is good practice to select/highlight at least the minimum amount of days that were copied to avoid errors. |
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When copying and pasting a cycle, the Serving Type does not carry over. You must change the serving type as needed. |
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.
- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Production Areas.
- 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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title | Deleting a Production Area |
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To remove a production area, select an area and click Delete. The area cannot be in use. |
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title | Searching for a Production Area |
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To locate a production area in your list, click Find. Then, begin typing the area name in the search bar. |
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Manufacturing Groups
- From the Recipes & Menus option, select Manufacturing Groups.
- 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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title | Deleting a Manufacturing Group |
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To remove a manufacturing group, select a group and click Delete. The group cannot be in use. |
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title | Searching for a Manufacturing Group |
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To locate a manufacturing group in your list, click Find. Then, begin typing the group name in the search bar. |
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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.
Recipes
Make necessary changes to Recipe information. Then, click Save Changes.
Recipe Number Description Short Desc Recipe Category External Description - Do Not Display Externally
| Menu Item Type Export Code Delivery Mode Production Area Manufactures Item
| Manufacturing Group Require Temp. Log HACCP Process Type - Needs Attention
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Menus
Make necessary changes to Menu information. Then, click Save Changes.
Menu Number Description Short Desc
| Menu Category Meal Type External Description
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