Fall is the time of year that children everywhere head back to school and a healthy and wholesome lunch is an important part of every school child’s day. In most schools, students have the option of bringing their own lunch, leaving parents wondering what foods are best to pack. North Coast Organic is here to help.
According to the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, menus in most school lunch programs are too high in saturated fat and cholesterol and too low in fiber-and nutrient-rich fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. Major changes are needed to encourage the health of the nation’s youth and to reverse the growing trends of obesity, early-onset diabetes, and hypertension in children and teens.
We are proud of the fact that North Coast Organic products make a wholesome, healthy and satisfying addition to any child’s lunchbox. Our organic APPLESAUCEs come packed in convenient pouches, so that your child doesn’t need a spoon to enjoy them. We offer four tasty varieties: regular APPLESAUCE, APPLESAUCE with cinnamon, APPLESAUCE with berries, and APPLESAUCE with strawberries. If you prefer your APPLESAUCE served in a cup, we have that too, in four flavors: regular APPLESAUCE, APPLESAUCE with cinnamon, APPLESAUCE with berries, and APPLESAUCE with apricots.
Looking for a delicious and nutritious beverage for the lunchbox? We’ve got you covered with that too! Our organic apple juices are hard to beat and come in convenient 10 oz. bottles. With organic apples as the only ingredient, it’s like biting into a fresh apple, just picked from the orchard. Most other juices have water, concentrates, and ascorbic acid in their ingredients.
Be inspired with these nutritious and fun recipes to treat your kids and entire family!
Breakfast:
Pumpkin Spiced Johnnycakes (Cornmeal Pancakes)
It’s important for kids to start their day with a wholesome breakfast. These light and fluffy pancakes are delicately balanced, the sweetness of the cornmeal pairs perfectly with the North Coast Organic Pumpkin Spiced APPLESAUCE. This healthy ingredient will make your home smell heavenly.
Read the full recipe here.
Bonus: Serve it with a glass of Organic Apple Juice for a fresh start!
Lunch:
Apple Cider-Marinated Chicken Tacos with Purple Cabbage and Guacamole
These tacos are great for a fun and healthy lunch box. The natural acidity of the North Coast Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar and North Coast Organic Apple Cider is ideal for marinating chicken because it tenderizes the meat so nicely. The crunch of purple cabbage and the tangy creaminess of guacamole complement this slightly charred chicken.
Read the full recipe here.
Bonus: For dessert, add an organic APPLESAUCE packed in a pouch.
Snacks:
Black Bean Brownies
These brownies are the perfect healthy and tasty snack! The beans lend a chewy, moist texture to the treats, and provide a major source of protein and fiber. The North Coast Organic APPLESAUCE gives a silky texture and is a great way to reduce sugar.
Read the full recipe here.
Bonus: These brownies pair well with the freshness of an organic APPLESAUCE. The individual cups are the perfect size for a snack.
About North Coast Organic:
North Coast Organic is located in a historic apple cannery nestled in Sebastopol, California. Since 1922, we have produced organic applesauce, apple juice, and apple cider vinegar in this special corner of the world. The morning coastal fog and warm afternoon sun, combined with the skill of responsible organic farmers, is the perfect recipe for producing fruit of exceptional quality and flavors. We are proud of our long-term relationships with local growers, as well as growers in Washington State and Arizona. You can be sure that all of our produce is organically grown in the United States.
Today, North Coast Organic continues to produce apple juice, sauce, and apple cider vinegar, as well as many specialty products, such as drinking vinegars and probiotic APPLESAUCE pouches. All 100% organic and 100% delicious!
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Here’s why our North Coast Organic products are so good for your child:
We use only USDA certified organic apples grown in the United States. That means our products are free of pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and dyes, and aren’t processed using industrial solvents, irradiation, or genetic engineering. Many juices made by other brands are created from apples that were imported into the United States, including China. You can always trust that North Coast Organic APPLESAUCEs and juices are made from US fruit, and that they are safe, wholesome, and healthy for your child.
We don’t add sugars, preservatives, colorings or flavorings, including ascorbic acid. Instead, we take great care to maintain the innate sweetness, vitamins and minerals of our fresh apples so that everyone can enjoy their natural goodness. It’s hard to beat what mother-nature already provides.
Our APPLESAUCEs are chunky, so they are more filling and satisfying. Where other brands opt for a smooth-textured sauce, we love our chunky style. This makes our APPLESAUCEs taste more like real fruit, and the kind of sauce Grandma used to make.
All of our juices and sauces are made from fresh fruit, rather than made from concentrate. Fresh apples, spices, and berries are delivered to our facility in Sebastopol, CA so that we can make the freshest, tastiest products you’ll find anywhere.
If you have a child entering school this fall, we invite you to check out our healthy and nutritious school lunch box additions at markets and grocery stores near you.
North Coast Organic apple products are made in Sebastopol, CA from U.S. grown certified organic apples. They contain no added sugars, preservatives, colorings or flavorings.