Notice No.158/2023-24
02/02/2024

K.G. - Class V

Dear Parents,

Good health is a result of healthy eating habits. Keeping in mind the nutritional requirements the students of Class V have created a menu for the month of February.

Please follow it from Monday, 05.02.2024

DAYS

FOOD ITEMS

BENEFITS

MONDAY

  • Veg grilled sandwich (use multigrain bread, cottage cheese and veggies as filling)
  • Oranges or pomegranate
  • Fox nuts
  • Rich in Vitamin A & Vitamin B1.
  • Rich in Vitamin C and a good source of iron.     
  • A tasty snack, which contains a high amount of calcium.

TUESDAY

  • Homemade pancakes with wheat flour, jaggery / brown sugar powder and milk
  • Roasted puffed rice tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves
  • Dry fruits
  • Rich in protein & calcium.

 

 

  • Low in calories & great source of fibre.
  • Promote healthy skin and boost the immune system.

WEDNESDAY

  • Vermicelli noodles
  • ‘Gond’ / puffed rice laddu
  • Strawberries / Blueberries
  • A good source of energy.
  • Boosts immunity & stamina.
  • Tasty and maintain eye health.

THURSDAY

  • Palak paratha / methi thepla

 

  • Corn chaat (cooked in butter & herbs)
  • Gajak / groundnut chikki
  • Rich source of iron and provides roughage.
  • A flavourful and satisfying snack.
  • A tasty & healthy dessert to end your meal.

 

 

FRIDAY

  • Millet dosa

 

  • Carrot Halwa
  • Sweet potato chaat
  • They are nutritious and gluten free.
  • Rich in fats & keeps us warm.
  • They are good for a healthy digestive system.

 

Please note:

  • The quantity of the food packed should be appropriate to the appetite of your child.
  • A napkin must be carried to school daily.
  • Fork/ spoon should be carried every day.
  • Packaged food items should not be sent.
  • Minimum oil should be used.
  • It is advisable to give extra tiffin to the students on club activity days.

RECIPE OF THE MONTH –

MILLET DOSA

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups Foxtail millet                  

 ½ cup  Urad dal

1 tbsp methi seeds

¼ cups of water

Salt as per taste

 

PROCEDURE:

  • Wash and rinse dal and millet.
  • Add some water and soak for 6 – 7 hrs.
  • Grind the mixture into a fine batter and add salt.
  • Mix the batter well for a minute or two.
  • Cover with a plate and let it rest overnight.
  • Spread the batter over a non – stick pan in the shape of a dosa and add some oil.
  • A mouth-watering, healthy and nutritious meal is ready to be served.

Thank you,

Yours sincerely.

Mrs. V. Panja
Headmistress