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Healthy Choice Recipes Planning, cooking and organizing meals does not need to be a one person responsibility. Children of all ages can help plan and shop for meals.
For instance, having toddlers and preschoolers help with meal preparation will help raise their interest in the foods that are served, will provide practice for fine motor skills and will provide time for interaction with other family members.
Children feel a sense of importance when they are given tasks they can finish. Try these easy recipes with your children and enjoy the memorable time together!
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2 – 3 tablespoons Italian or vinaigrette salad dressing 1 medium yellow squash 1 medium zucchini squash 1 large green bell pepper or medium onion 1 large red bell pepper STUFF YOU NEED 4 (10- or 12-inch) bamboo (wooden) skewers 9-inch x 13-inch pan Grill Cooking spray Measuring spoons Liquid measuring cup Cutting board Cutting knife Brush (for food) Long tongs 2 platters
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Sauce: 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose, unbleached flour 1 (12 fluid ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 2 cups (11 ounces) cooked, diced turkey breast meat 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes* 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (optional) 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 1/2 cups herb seasoned dry bread stuffing, finely crushed in blender * TIP: If you don't have any leftover mashed potatoes, you can use instant mashed potatoes instead. Just follow the directions on the box for making 2 cups. STUFF YOU NEED This is a family recipe. Kids and Parents: you'll need each other to make it!
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1/2 (16-ounce) box cavatappi (elbow twists) or other pasta Cheese Sauce: 2 tablespoons flour 1 1/4 cup fat-free milk 1 1/2 teaspoons butter 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground red (cayenne) pepper 1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese Topping: 1/4 cup plain bread crumbs STUFF YOU NEED This is a family recipe. Kids and Parents: you'll need each other to make it!
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4 large eggs 2 whole English muffins (4 halves) 1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded Mexican cheese blend 1/2 cup salsa (hot, medium or mild—your choice!) STUFF YOU NEED Large non-stick skillet Cooking spray Spatula that won't scratch non-stick skillet Fork or butter knife Toaster Measuring spoons 4 plates
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2 1/2 cups cornflakes
1 lemon 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter 3/4 pound white fish fillet, such as cod* 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste 1/4 teaspoon pepper, or to taste 1/4 cup tartar sauce (optional) STUFF YOU NEED Dry measuring cups Sealable plastic bag Grater Measuring spoons Plate or shallow bowl Small microwave-safe bowl Microwavev Juicer or reamer Slicing knife Cutting board Nonstick baking sheet Potholders
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1/4 cup salted butter, melted 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large whole egg 2 large egg whites 2 cups all-purpose, unbleached flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 large, very-ripe bananas 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/3 cup chopped walnuts STUFF YOU NEED This is a family recipe. Kids and Parents: you'll need each other to make it! |
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