Meal Pattern Checker
Use configured meal-pattern checks to identify apparent gaps in a meal draft before human review.
Meal Pattern Checker
Lunch - Ages 3-5
Grain
1 oz eq (min: 0.5 oz eq)Meat/Meat Alternate
2 oz eq (min: 1.5 oz eq)Vegetable
1/2 cup (min: 1/4 cup)Fruit
1/2 cup (min: 1/4 cup)Milk
6 oz (min: 6 oz)No Configured Gaps Found
Verify product sources and sponsor or state rules
Use the results as a planning prompt before adding a meal to a menu. Confirm requirements and crediting with current source guidance and supporting documents.
How to Use
1
Select Meal Type and Age Group
Choose the meal type (breakfast, lunch, etc.) and age group you're checking.
2
Enter Your Menu Items
Add each food item you plan to serve with its portion size.
3
Review Results
See which configured checks pass, which need more information, and which suggestions require source review.
Understanding Results
When available, results may show each component with:
- Amount Entered or Estimated: The contribution reflected by the available inputs
- Configured Minimum: The reference value used by the check
- Status: Passes the configured check (green) or needs review (yellow/red)