Senior menus / Meals on Wheels

By Times Staff Writer
Published February 10, 2008

Pasco County operates nine congregate dining sites that offer a nutritious meal and various program activities. There is no charge for these meals, but donations are requested. Additionally, Pasco County delivers meals to homes of the elderly through two programs: The Elderly Nutrition Program meal is offered for a donation only. The Meals on Wheels program requires a registration fee and a $5 fee per meal. All meals include low-fat milk and margarine. For information on any of these meal options or to volunteer, call (727) 834-3340 in west Pasco; (352) 521-5174 in east Pasco; or (813) 929-1231 in central Pasco.

Monday: Meat loaf with tomato gravy, creamy mashed potatoes, garden peas, whole wheat bread, applesauce.

Tuesday: Barbecue pork riblet, cheesy grits, stewed tomatoes and okra, whole grain bread, mixed fruit.

Wednesday: Lemon pepper chicken leg, green beans, parsley potatoes with red peppers, whole grain bread, pears.

Thursday: Butter bean and sausage casserole, vegetable medley, carrots, white bread, special dessert.

Friday: Fish fillet with tartar sauce, whipped potatoes, green peas, whole wheat bread, chocolate chip cookie.

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