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A wonderful mac and cheese recipe that kids love. Plus it comes packed with extra veggies! It calls for summer or yellow squash, but you can also use butternut squash in the winter. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups elbow noodles 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon flour 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup summer squash puree 1 tablespoon … Continue reading “Hidden Veggie Mac and Cheese”
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These are not only healthy, but easy on the budget. They taste like traditional sloppy joe’s, and the lentils have a similar texture to eating saucy ground beef. To save time you can even cook the lentils ahead of time and keep them in the freezer. Ingredients 1 tsp. oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 … Continue reading “Sloppy Lentil Joes”
Sweet Halloween treats don’t have to be loaded with sugar. This cute little ghost will keep both you and your little goblins happy. Ingredients Banana Vanilla yogurt Chocolate chips Shredded coconut (if you want it more fine, just pulse it in a food processor) Instructions The first step is to freeze your bananas. Peel them … Continue reading “Banana Ghost Pops”
Article at a Glance Formula-fed babies are 2.5 times more likely to be obese as toddlers than babies who are breastfed. Practices like putting your baby to bed with a bottle, encouraging your baby to finish the last bit of formula, and starting solids too soon can significantly increase the risk of obesity. According to … Continue reading “Healthy Eating Habits Start From Infancy”
Here is a fun twist on the Popsicle. Not only are they super easy to make, but they are a healthy and delicious way to cool down this summer! And the variations are endless. This Fourth of July, try using strawberries, bananas, and blueberries with some drizzled white chocolate. Or if your children are learning … Continue reading “Frozen Fruit Kabobs”
Article at a Glance You get more with fruits and vegetables—more water, more nutrients, and more fiber. Filling up on unhealthy snacks that are high in sugar, fat, carbohydrates, and calories can prevent children from getting the nutrients they need. Unlike juices, whole fruits and vegetables contain more fiber and will help your kids feel … Continue reading “Your Snack Time Wake Up Call”
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