When kids are hungry, there’s no time to spare. This is when you need ingredients that come easy and go fast, especially when staffing is low.

Have-it-your-way meals are simple to manage and exciting for kids. Here’s how you can set up your wells for a burger made-to-order bar, how to shift to a hot dog bar later in the week by swapping out ingredients, and complete meal ideas for easy point-and-order eating.

Customizable meals aren’t only a big draw for kids—they’re also easier to implement than they seem! In this series, you’ll learn how to set up your wells for one type of made-to-order bar, then how to create a new lineup later in the week by swapping out some ingredients.

Everyone loves bacon, and now everyone can have it. While traditional bacon is delicious, pork-based ingredients can exclude students who have dietary restrictions. Instead, try turkey bacon that comes in familiar, savory, perfectly cooked strips that everyone can enjoy during lunchtime.

These turkey frank recipes add fun twists using tangy pineapple, warm tortillas and zesty seasonings to keep your menu delightfully surprising—and even open the door for students who don’t eat beef or pork.