b'Click N Cook RecipeSNAP Into ActionLooking for a simple, healthy recipe with freshThe Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerlysummer veggies? Try our grilled asparagus and called food stamps) is a vital part of the hunger-relief system thatmushroom tacos, courtesy of Click N Cook,can provide five meals for every one provided by the emergencyThe Greater Boston Food Banks (GBFB)food network in our state. online recipe resource!The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) is a SNAP outreach provider that assists people trying to access this government program, as it is another way we can help reduce the amount of people who are food insecure.Because of the historic rise in unemployment due to the COVID-19 crisis and the increase in people seeking assistance, GBFB has dedicated more staff and resources to this critical work.This program provides direct support to people who cant afford enough food. Its a vital program under normal circumstances, but is even more necessary in a crisis, said Christa Mayfield, GBFB manager of federal food programs. Grilled Asparagus and The weekly number of SNAP client calls, SNAP referrals and applications completed by GBFB staff has tripled since the startMushroom Tacos of this crisis in mid-March, compared to the same amount of time in January and February. Most clients are telling GBFB that theyve recently lost their jobs and theyve never had to apply forServesassistance before. 4 (2 tacos each)In April, GBFB submitted 141 SNAP applications, more thanIngredientsdouble our highest previous month. Based on Feeding Americas3 tablespoon canola oilSNAP calculator, that represents an estimated 100,000 meals4 cloves garlic mincedprovided to those in need. 1 teaspoon ground chipotle chile(or chili powder)1/2 teaspoon salt8 ounces mushrooms rinsed1 bunch green onions trimmed8 each corn tortillas warmed1 medium avocado sliced1 medium lime cut into wedges8 sprigs cilantro washedhot sauce for servingDirections1.Heat grill on medium. In a large bakingdish, combine oil, garlic, chipotle, and salt. Add asparagus, mushrooms, and green onions; toss to coat. Grill asparagus until tender and lightly charred, turningoccasionally; 5 to 6 minutes.2.Grill mushrooms and green onions until lightly charred, turning occasionally; 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer vegetables to cutting board.3.Cut asparagus and green onions into 2 Learn more at : lengths and slice mushrooms. Serve with corn tortillas, avocado, lime wedges,GBFB .org/SNAP cilantro, and hot sauce.For more healthy recipes,visit clickncook.org 5'