Tracy's Story
“I don’t get my food stamps for another four days, so I have to make this last,” says Tracy.
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Jeleiny & Janet's Story
Jeleiny feels lucky to have been given the opportunity to learn about nutrition and bond with other parents through Cooking Matters.
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Carie's Story
Cooking Matters empowered me to put extra veggies in everything! My family NEEDS more vegetables. Sweet potatoes in chili? Carrots in muffins? Kale in a smoothie? I would have never done these things before this class.
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Healthy, Affordable, Delicious
Cooking Matters helps families to shop for and cook healthy meals on a budget, as part of Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign.
Recipes
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This hearty soup is perfect for chilly, fall days.
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This crunchy slaw is perfect for potlucks or family dinners.
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Cut the calories but keep the flavor.
Our Stories
Western Mass Volunteer Spotlight
Throughout Massachusetts, Cooking Matters volunteers are sharing their skills and passion with Cooking Matters participants, but this month we wanted to spotlight our Western Mass volunteers who figuratively – and literally!- go the extra mile.
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@NoKidHungryMA
- Hunger goes beyond city limits. Read about how Jesse Mushenko brought @CookingMatters to western Mass… https://t.co/QBw8WJgrBP — 1 day 19 hours ago
- Serve w/ #CookingMatters & help make #NoKidHungry! We're seeking #AmeriCorps to teach healthy cooking & shopping… https://t.co/JCLnUMyXin — 2 days 19 hours ago
Are you ready to make a difference? Share Our Strength is seeking two full-time AmeriCorps members to help with its Cooking Matters program in Boston, Massachusetts!
Find Food Resources
Trying to feed your family on a tight budget? Check out some of these resources to help you put healthy food on the table.
