What's Cooking?
The non-denominational food program helps “all God’s children,” and works to make sure Clay County families do not go without food.
People in need of assistance – either with food or to check on bill assistance available - call 812-531-3637 or stop by the next food pantry event, which are held each Tuesday.
Tax-deductible donations can be sent to Annunciation Church, 19 North Alabama Street, Brazil, 47834.
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WHAT’s COOKING: Canned pork - It's for dinner
Posted Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 3:16 PMSUBMITTED Canned meat products have been used as a part of the commodity supplemental food program for years by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service to supplement the diets and incomes of families... -
DELICIOUS ALMONDS
Posted Monday, February 27, 2023, at 2:16 PMSUBMITTED The Almond orchards grow the nutritious almonds we eat,2 as well as hulls, shells, and trees. So when we say zero waste, we mean using everything we grow to make the world a better place... -
Flavorful SUPERFOODS CABBAGE RECIPES
Posted Thursday, January 19, 2023, at 3:36 PMDespite its impressive nutrient content, cabbage is often overlooked. Cabbage is highly nutritious and rich in vitamin C, fiber, and vitamin K. Some research suggests that it may support digestion, improve heart health, and decrease inflammation... -
What's Cooking? Ramen noodles
Posted Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 12:00 AMInstant ramen noodles are a grocery store choice many families make to supplement a low-cost meal. While the popular way to cook ramen is to add boiling water or nuke them in the microwave, there are other ways, more nutritious, to eat them... -
WHAT's COOKING: Sweet Potatoes
Posted Monday, October 3, 2022, at 5:09 PMTrying to cut carbs? Try a sweet potato. They’re high in fiber and antioxidants, which protect your body from free radical damage and promote a healthy gut and brain. They’re also incredibly rich in beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A to support good vision and your immune system... -
The Humble Potato
Posted Friday, August 26, 2022, at 1:29 PMA few fun facts: the potato consists of 20% solid and 80% water. There are 100 varieties of edible potatoes. China is the world’s largest potato producer... -
St. Vincent de-Paul Food Pantry: Garden fresh recipes
Posted Thursday, July 14, 2022, at 1:24 PMGarden fresh recipes St Vincent DePaul Food Pantry provides recipes to help people be able to maximize the usage of food items available at the pantry located at 399 East Church Street, Brazil... -
St. Vincent de-Paul Food Pantry: Summertime Fruit recipes
Posted Friday, June 24, 2022, at 2:22 PMWhy is it important to eat fruit? Eating fruit provides health benefits — people who eat more fruits and vegetables as part of an overall healthy diet are likely to have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases... -
Oven Baked Fish for Your Main Course
Posted Friday, April 22, 2022, at 3:18 PM“What’s cooking?” is a question many families face daily. Some families don’t even discuss the topic because the cupboards are bare... -
WHAT'S COOKING? Seasoning is the spice of life
Posted Friday, January 21, 2022, at 12:33 PMThe St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry provides food to those needing assistance in the area, including dairy, various protein, fresh vegetables, and fruit, along with canned and boxed goods. January and... -
WHAT’S COOKING? Christmas goodies from the pantry
Posted Monday, December 20, 2021, at 4:13 PMThe St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry provides food to those needing assistance in the area, including dairy, various protein, fresh vegetables, and fruit, along with canned and boxed goods. These items are necessities during the holidays for making teats for the family or homemade gifts for others... -
WHAT'S COOKING? PUMPKIN
Posted Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at 1:09 PMThe St. Vincent dePaul Food Pantry provides food to those needing assistance in the area, including dairy, various protein, fresh vegetables, and fruit, along with canned and boxed goods. But did you know that sometimes you can make homemade treats for the furbabies in your family with the items the pantry provides?... -
What's Cooking? APPLES
Posted Monday, September 27, 2021, at 5:07 PMBy St. Vincent dePaul Food Pantry The advocation of eating healthy has been around a long time, and apples go way back in that idea. The aphorism we all probably know, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” originated in Wales. That was the first appearing in a publication in 1866 , but in a slightly different rhyming format:... -
What's Cooking: Broccoli
Posted Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at 12:13 PMBy St. Vincent dePaul Food Pantry “What’s cooking?” is a question many families face daily. Some families don’t even bring up the topic because the cupboards are bare. Food pantries provide families in need with items. However, there are times the family doesn’t know what to do with the free groceries delivered... -
JULY 2021: Canned Peaches are on the menu
Posted Monday, July 5, 2021, at 5:04 PMWhat’s Cooking? Recipe ideas from the food pantry: Canned Peaches Submitted by St Vincent dePaul Food Pantry... -
Recipes from the St. Vincent de-Paul Food Pantry
Posted Monday, June 14, 2021, at 4:30 PM“What’s cooking?” is a question many families face daily. Some families don’t even bring up the topic because the cupboards are bare. Food pantries provide families in need with items. However, there are times the family doesn’t know what to do with the free groceries delivered...