July 22, 2023 Issue, Page 7 of 8

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July 22, 2023 ‘The Elk City News - 7 WITH FAMILY MEALS * FAMILY FEATURES Following the campaign period, families looking to help in their communities can give ith hectic day-to-day schedules back in a variety of ways. and varying dietary needs, many families face the dreaded daily question: “What sounds good for Donate Canned Goods dinner?” In contrast, millions struggle to put Once school is in session, many classrooms food on the table each night, impacting about participate in canned food drives for a variety 1 in 8 children, according to Feeding America. of causes while serving a dual purpose: feed- You can help support those in need through ing those in need and teaching children the Safeway and Albertsons’ “Fight Hunger, importance ofgiving back. Sending your Serve Hope” cause program — an initiative students to school with canned goods can show to fight hunger in local communities dur- them the value of helping others and instill a ing summer months when households with sense of responsibility. school-aged children face higher rates of food insecurity. The company’s private label Volunteer at a Food Pantry will donate one meal for every O Organics® Sharing valuable resources like canned product purchased, up to $7 million and the goods helps make a difference in comm- equivalent of 28 million meals. Donations will unities, but local food pantries also need be made to Nourishing Neighbors, a program willing volunteers to sort and distribute food, of Albertsons Companies Foundation, to fund among other duties. It can provide a unique grants dedicated to providing healthy meals sense of perspective as you meet other for at-risk youth throughout the summer. volunteers, improve the lives of people in “While summertime sparks excitement for your community and gain new skills. countless students, it also marks the unfortu- nate reality that millions of children face when Promote the Power of Family Meals they lose access to school cafeteria lunches Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, dinner or all three, and breakfasts they depend on throughout sharing a meal with neighbors can be a powerful the school year,” said Jennifer Saenz, EVP moment. It provides an opportunity to connect and chief merchandising officer at Albertsons while enjoying easy-to-make recipes like Ribeye Companies. “As a company, we are commit- Steak, Grape Tomato and Mushroom Kebabs; ted to making a difference in the lives ofchil- Grilled Chicken Salad with Goat Cheese, Fresh dren in need. For the first time, we are making Raspberries and Pecans; and Mixed Berry-Lime it easier than ever for our customers to support Smoothie Bow! with Banana and Granola. this mission by connecting each purchase of our O Organics brand to hunger relief efforts Find more meal ideas by visiting Safeway.com in the communities we serve.” and Albertsons.com. Grilled Chicken Salad with Goat Cheese, form thin cutlets. Season with salt and pepper on Fresh Blueberries and Pecans both sides. Recipe courtesy of Safeway and Albertsons Preheat grill pan, outdoor grill or skillet to medi- Total time: 20 minutes um-high heat. Once pan is hot, coat with oil. Add chicken to 3/4. pound boneless, skinless O Organics pan and grill, turning once, until cooked through, chicken breasts 3-4 minutes per side. 1/4 teaspoon salt Wash and dry spring mix. Place in medium bowl. 1/8 teaspoon black pepper Wash and dry blueberries, Add to bow! with mixed teaspoons O Organics extra-virgin olive oil greens. Using clean cutting board, roughly chop arerey package (5 ounces) O Organics spring mix pecans. Add to bowl. package (6 ounces) O Organics Transfer cooked chicken to cutting board and cut blueberries (or desired berry) into thin strips. 1/4. cup O Organics pecan halves In bowl, mix olive oil and balsamic vinegar to mus tablespoons O Organics olive oil create dressing. tablespoon O Organics balsamic vinegar Add chicken and dressing to salad bowl; toss 1/2 log (4 ounces) O Organics goat cheese to combine. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and place on To serve, divide salad between plates or bowls and cutting board. Cut chicken in half horizontally to crumble goat cheese over top. i Mixed Berry-Lime Smoothie Bowl with Photo courtesy of Getty Images Banana and Granola Recipe courtesy of Safeway and Albertsons Ribeye Steak, Grape Tomato and In large bowl, whisk minced garlic, half Total time: 10 minutes Mushroom Kebabs the minced parsley (reserve remainder for Yield: 3 cups Recipe courtesy of Safeway and Albertsons garnish), olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, banana Total time: 30 minutes salt and pepper. 1/2 package (6 ounces) O Organics Yield: 4 cups Cut steak into cubes; transfer to marinade blackberries bowl and toss to coat. cloves garlic ‘Wash tomatoes, mushrooms and green 1/2 lime 1/2. small bunch Italian (flat-leaf) parsley pepper. Halve mushrooms, Add tomatoes, cupsO Organics frozen mixed berries 1/4. cup O Organics extra-virgin olive oil mushrooms and green pepper to marinade. een cup plain O Organics Greek yogurt 1/8 cup red wine vinegar Peel onion and cut into chunks; add to mari- fluid ounces O Organics whole milk v teaspoons O Organics Dijon mustard nade. Toss beef and vegetables until 1/8 cup O Organics honey 1/2 teaspoon salt well coated. 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Heat grill pan, outdoor grill or skillet to 2/3 cup O Organics granola of choice 3/4. pound O Organics ribeye steak medium-high heat. Wash and dry banana and blackberries. 1/2. pint O Organics grape tomatoes Thread steak and vegetables onto Peel and thinly slice banana; set aside. 1/4 pound O Organics white mushrooms six skewers. Zest and juice lime into blender. Add frozen green pepper, sliced (optional) Cook kebabs in batches until steak is mixed berries, yogurt, milk, honey and cinnamon. 1/2 medium red onion browned and vegetables are tender, 3-5 min- Blend on high speed until smooth, 1-2 minutes. 6 skewers utes per side. Transfer to plate and repeat To serve, divide smoothie between bowls and Peel and mince garlic, Wash and dry parsley, with remaining kebabs. top with banana, blackberries and granola. Shave leaves off stems; discard stems and To serve, plate kebabs and sprinkle with mince leaves. remaining minced parsley.