Jefferson Parish EFNEP

Jefferson Parish EFNEP Nutrition education to assist families and youth to acquire knowledge, skills, and behavior changes to live a healthier life!

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Air Fryer Chicken NuggetsIngredients:12.5 oz canned chicken, drained1 large egg1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese4 table...
01/30/2026

Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Ingredients:
12.5 oz canned chicken, drained
1 large egg
1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 tablespoons grated parmesan
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Olive oil spray
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, add chicken, egg, mozzarella cheese, parmesan, onion powder, garlic powder and black pepper. Stir until the mixture forms a paste.
2. Use a tablespoon to measure into 12 equal portions. Roll each into a ball. Then flatten balls into a chicken nugget shape.
3. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees. Spray the basket with olive oil. Put the nuggets in the air fryer basket so they don’t touch.
4. Air fry until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
5. Serve warm with any dipping sauce you like.
https://youtu.be/WFnqbedQ5u4

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COME AND BE A PART OF OUR TEAM!!!!LSU AgCenter EFNEP program is hiring for an Assistant Extension Agent in Jefferson Par...
01/12/2026

COME AND BE A PART OF OUR TEAM!!!!
LSU AgCenter EFNEP program is hiring for an Assistant Extension Agent in Jefferson Parish
The agent will work on Healthy Communities projects in Jefferson Parish in EFNEP and FOH, organize community-based nutrition advisory committees involving stakeholders, volunteers, community partners and health professionals to identify the most critical needs in the communities served as well as programs to address those needs. The agent will also identify, recruit and maintain relations with community partners and EFNEP and the FOH programs.
Supervisory experience is preferred.
To apply for this job:
https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/.../Assistant-Associate...

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This fresh satsuma salad is a bright, flavorful way to enjoy one of Louisiana’s favorite seasonal fruits. With just a ha...
12/29/2025

This fresh satsuma salad is a bright, flavorful way to enjoy one of Louisiana’s favorite seasonal fruits. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, this simple recipe comes together quickly and makes a refreshing side dish or snack. Use the recipe below or follow along as former LSU AgCenter Nutrition & Community Health (NCH) agent Shawn Verbeten demonstrates how to prepare this seasonal satsuma salad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugyl47xrnBk
Ingredients:
- 8 satsumas
- Zest of about 1/2 of a lime
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions:
1. Wash then peel the satsumas. Remove as much of the white pith as possible. Separate each section. Slice the sections in half vertically.
2. Zest and juice the lime.
3. In a small mixing bowl, combine lime zest, lime juice, honey, shallots, basil and salt. Add the oil and whisk.
4. Add the satsumas to the dressing. Toss to coat.

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