Grocery Services North

January 2024

New Arrival Alert: Oak Farms Milk Now In Stores

2024-01-16T12:59:51+00:00January 16th, 2024|Categories: Grocery Services North, Recipes, WIC Food, WIC Grocery Shopping, WIC Nutrition|Tags: , |

Grocery Services North is Now Carrying Oak Farms Milk

Attention WIC Moms: Exciting News – Oak Farms Milk is Now Available at Grocery Services North stores for you and your little ones! 

Oak Farms Milk has arrived at our store, offering a nutritious and wholesome choice. Whether you’re pouring it over cereal or enjoying a glass by itself, you will love the taste of Oak Farms Milk.

To celebrate, here’s a fun recipe featuring milk for a nutritious breakfast treat:

OVERNIGHT OATS

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup regular yogurt (plain or flavored)

1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Fresh or frozen fruit (e.g., berries, sliced banana, diced apple, or any fruit you like)

Nuts or seeds for topping (e.g., almonds, chia seeds, or walnuts)

A pinch of salt

In a mason jar or airtight container, combine the rolled oats, milk, regular yogurt, honey or maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to mix all the ingredients together.

Add your choice of fresh or frozen fruit to the mixture. Berries, banana slices, and diced apples are popular options, but you can use any fruit your child enjoys.

Seal the container with a lid and shake it or stir to ensure all the ingredients are well combined.

Refrigerate the container overnight or for at least 4-6 hours. This allows the oats to absorb the liquid and become creamy.

In the morning, give the overnight oats a good stir to redistribute the ingredients. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little more milk to achieve your desired consistency.

Top your overnight oats with your choice of nuts or seeds for added crunch and nutrition. Chia seeds, sliced almonds, or walnuts work well. Serve the overnight oats cold, right from the fridge.Enjoy a nutritious and delicious breakfast!

Visit a Grocery Services North store today to pick up your WIC-approved milk and other foods.

December 2023

November 2023

Grocery Services North Announces Thanksgiving Holiday Hours

2023-11-13T14:21:35+00:00November 10th, 2023|Categories: Dallas, East Texas, Grocery Services North, Holiday hours, Meal Planning|Tags: , , , |

Grocery Services North will be closed Thanksgiving Day.

The following two stores will be open from 9 am – 3 pm the day after Thanksgiving:

Lake June – located at 6921 Lake June Rd., Dallas, TX 75217

Spring Valley – located at 8202 Spring Valley Rd. Ste. 300, Dallas, TX 75240

Stores will resume regular hours on Saturday, Nov. 25th.  All Grocery Services North stores will also be open the day before Thanksgiving. Stop by a store to pick up popular WIC-approved foods that can help you make some of your favorite holiday favorites. Looking for Thanksgiving recipes, check these out and this fun appetizer.

October 2023

Important Update

2023-10-06T19:38:45+00:00October 5th, 2023|Categories: Dallas, East Texas, Grocery Services North, Texas WIC|

The Government is open. Texas WIC is operating as usual, and WIC benefits are being issued like they always have been. There have been no changes to the WIC program. 

 Since talk began of a government shutdown, some WIC clients may be confused about the status of the WIC program. A government shutdown was recently avoided, and WIC is operating as usual. Congress is still working to get the government funded past Nov. 17th. While we can’t speak for WIC, we don’t believe there will be any impact to the program in the near future. 

Grocery Services North stores are helping customers redeem benefits as usual. We are open for business. We hope to see you soon.

July 2023

Recipe Using WIC-Approved Foods

2023-07-26T14:23:33+00:00July 25th, 2023|Categories: Grocery Services North, Meal Planning, Recipes, WIC Food|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Foil-Packed Potatoes Made On The Grill

These grilled potatoes cooked in a foil packet are the tastiest potatoes you will ever make!  Plus, they are super easy. 

Foil Pack Potatoes

1 Russett potato, diced

1/2 onion, diced

1 bell pepper, diced

1 tablespoon of olive oil, or oil of your choice

1 to 2 tablespoons of seasonings of your choice (we used garlic herb)

2 sheets of foil

Combine everything on one sheet of foil and top with a second sheet of foil crimp edges so the ingredients do not fall out. Put the grill on medium to medium high for 20 minutes. Flip packet about halfway through. You can cook longer for crunchier potatoes. 

Looking for easy WIC-inspired recipes for your kitchen? Check out our blog at groceryservicesnorth.com/blog. Get all your WIC foods at Grocery Services North. Bilingual clerks help you shop for all your foods so you are in-and-out fast with everything you need.

Now Offering Organic Baby Food

2023-07-07T14:37:37+00:00July 7th, 2023|Categories: Baby Food, Grocery Services North, Recipes, Texas WIC, Uncategorized, WIC Food, WIC Grocery Shopping, WIC Nutrition|Tags: , , , , , |

Mom’s Organic Choice™ Now at Grocery Services North

Every mom wants the healthiest food for their baby. That’s why we are now offering Mom’s Organic Choice baby food- the perfect baby food option for health-conscious moms. 

Grocery Services North now offers a range of delicious fruit, vegetable and combination flavors of Mom’s Organic Choice baby food.Packed in convenient, resealable, BPA-free containers, these organic baby food options are designed with busy moms in mind. 

Grocery Services North stores already has an array of flavors to pick from, including: apple, banana, pear spinach pea, apple banana pear, apple banana strawberry, pear, banana mixed berry, apple blueberry, apple mango, carrot apple pear and sweet potato. 

Mom’s Organic Choice is a woman-owned business that is “proud to offer products that are free from artificial preservatives, colors and flavors and are made with simple, organic ingredients,” according to their website. 

Experience the convenience of having an array of healthy, organic baby food choices to redeem using your WIC benefits. Pick up some of your baby’s favorite flavors today at Grocery Services North. Locate the nearest store by visiting our locations page. 

June 2023

Our Favorite Recipes for July 4th

2023-08-22T13:43:09+00:00June 29th, 2023|Categories: Grocery Services North, Meal Planning, Recipes, WIC Food, WIC Grocery Shopping, WIC Nutrition|Tags: , , , |

Use WIC Foods For Festive Holiday Spread This Weekend

We searched our blog for some of the best recipes for July 4th weekend, all of them made with WIC foods. Here is a list of some recipes you might like to try. Of course, you can find even more on our blog.

You can never go wrong with fresh produce served up cold and fresh. Here are some of our favorite presentation ideas using in-season favorites like watermelon, berries and cubed cheese. Pick up all your WIC foods for a festive July 4th weekend at any Grocery Services North store near you.

Click the links below for recipes:

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WIC Inspired Recipes – Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes

2023-06-02T13:50:08+00:00June 2nd, 2023|Categories: Grocery Services North, Mom Health, Recipes, WIC Food, WIC Nutrition|Tags: , , , , |

These Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes with minimal ingredients make a great fresh snack (or meal) for those hot summer days when you don’t feel like cooking, and they only take a few minutes to make! 

TUNA STUFFED TOMATOES

3 cans of tuna (drained)

2 – 3 large tomatoes (the bigger the better!)

½ cup of chopped parsley

Black pepper & onion powder to taste

Optional: Add 1 – 2 tbsp of plain yogurt to make the tuna mix creamy

Drain 3 cans of tuna and empty into a medium sized bowl. Chop ½ cup of parsley and mix in with the tuna, along with black pepper and onion powder to taste. 

Rinse tomatoes with water and use a knife to cut a circle around the stems. Remove the top of the tomato and gently hollow out the insides with a spoon. Fill the tomatoes with the tuna mixture and enjoy! 

April 2023

Now Hiring Bilingual Clerk For Tyler Store

2023-06-01T15:28:48+00:00April 14th, 2023|Categories: Grocery Services North|Tags: , , , |

Now Hiring for the Tyler, TX store! Apply using link below!

Growing company looking for friendly and energetic, full-time bilingual store clerk to join our team. Must work in a fast-paced environment. Some of the job duties include providing great customer service in English and Spanish while assisting customers to redeem their WIC benefits, scan and ringing up those items and helping customers to their car when needed. Store Clerks also must be able to lift up to 40 pounds, receive deliveries, organize and stock shelves, and keep the store clean and organized for easy restocking of inventory.
Job location/address:

Grocery Services North

225 East Amherst #700

Tyler, TX 75701

Apply on our website at: groceryservicesnorth.com/careers

Notice to applicants: Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, handicap or veteran status. Grocery Services North is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

January 2023

WIC Inspired Recipe

2023-01-11T18:19:59+00:00January 9th, 2023|Categories: Grocery Services North, Recipes, WIC Food, WIC Grocery Shopping, WIC Nutrition|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Use WIC-Approved Pasta to Make This Comforting Meal

This recipe features WIC-approved pasta, and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. It’s creamy and cheesy…the kids might not even notice the vegetables! Plus, it makes a big batch so you can cook and eat more than once.

Lemon Alfredo Bowties with Tuna & Peas

1 lb whole wheat pasta

1 cup frozen peas

2 cans tuna

Juice from ½ lemon 

(Add lemon zest to bring out more lemon flavor)

2 tablespoons minced garlic

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 ½ cups whole milk

½ stick butter

1 ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese 

(Mozzarella works great too – Just be sure not to use pre-shredded cheese!)

¼ cup flour

Season with pepper, onion powder, & oregano to your taste

Boil pasta with 1 tablespoon of salt for 10-12 minutes, or suggested cook time on package. 

Drain & set aside. In the same pot, heat olive oil at medium high heat and add minced garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes, or until golden. Add tuna and break up into smaller pieces. Add lemon zest and lemon juice, cook for 3 minutes, then add butter and half of the shredded cheese. Slowly add in milk and flour, while stirring well. Turn the heat down to medium and bring to a simmer while stirring often. Add in peas, and the other half of the shredded cheese. Cook for about 5 more minutes, stirring often, then turn off the heat. Slowly mix in the pasta. 

Top with more shredded cheese if you like! Enjoy!

Get all your WIC-approved pasta and other WIC foods at Grocery Services North stores. It’s easy, fast and you can get all your WIC foods in one easy stop. Visit today to see for yourself.

Looking for more WIC-inspired recipes? Check out our blog.