Yogurt
Did you know that in Canada, in 2008, we consumed about 15 mL (1 tablespoon) of yogurt per person every day?2
According to Canada's Food Guide, a serving equals 175 mL (¾ cup).
Creamy goodness, any way you look at it
In single servings or family-sized tubs, for drinking or for eating, yogurt is one of the rare foods that can be consumed without needing to be prepared. And as it brings out the taste of fruits, spices, grains and other ingredients, you can use it in so many different ways to create so many great tastes.
You can add yogurt to soups and stews to give them a creamier taste. And why not create a delicious raw veggie dip using yogurt with pesto, mustard or curry?
As a snack or dessert, you can also add fresh fruits, raisins, nuts, grains, cinnamon, apple puree or a combination of all of the above to your yogurt to give it a personal twist.
Yogurt drinks are super handy. Take them anywhere, and you'll always have a thirst-quenching drink to fill the gap when you feel like having a snack!
Did you know that 83% of girls and 61% of boys between the ages of 10 and 16 get less than the minimum number of recommended servings of milk products?1
Canada's Food Guide recommends 3-4 daily servings for this age group.
An ingredient to discover
There are loads of delicious ways to use both plain and fruit yogurt in meals and snacks.
How about adding some yogurt to your pancake mix or using it as a topping for those same pancakes or French toast? Or prepare fruit smoothies by adding yogurt to fruits or using a milk-yogurt mix?
Yogurt is a key ingredient in numerous tasty recipes designed to tempt your taste buds. Take a look, then use these recipe ideas as a starting point for creating your own culinary masterpieces!
