Housing and Dining Services Staff Recognized in Burger Contest

Oct. 7, 2022 —Housing and Dining Services registered dietitians Kristi Baonga, and Camille Korenek recently participated in the Build the Best Bean Burger contest through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Kristi and Camille belong to a practice group called the Food and Culinary Professionals who hosted the contest, partnered with CannedBeans.org. They were tasked with creating a unique burger recipe using canned beans, and both were finalists in the competition!

Kristi crafted a Thai Sweet Chili Burger and was recognized as a runner up participant for her recipe! Congratulations to Kristi on her recognition in the contest and creating a delicious recipe!

Camille crafted a Greek Red Bean Burger with Smoky Herb and Kalamata Olive Aioli and was a finalist in the competition! Congratulations to Camille on creating a delicious recipe!

Try Kristi and Camille’s recipes at home, and for more information on the contest visit the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics website!