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Bert & Ernie’s Balanced Breakfast
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Read MoreHerry’s Blueberry Lemon Parfait
In each of four plastic cups, layer 1/4 cup yogurt, 1/2 cup blueberries, and 1 tablespoon graham crackers. For a complete breakfast, serve one parfait to each child with 3/4 cup of milk.
Read MoreRainbow Veggies
Slice vegetables of various colors. Give each child a plate with 1/2 cup of a variety of rainbow vegetables, with at least one color of veggie to try. Have them arrange their vegetables in the shape of a rainbow in color order. Be creative! Serve with 1/2 cup of milk.
Read MoreJollof Rice
Dice onions and sauté in vegetable oil for five minutes. Add in tomatoes and bouillon and bring to light boil. Simmer for 10 minutes until the tomates reduce to a thick sauce. Stir in the vegetables, rice and water. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, until rice has cooked and absorbed all the liquids.
Read MoreBaby Bear’s Honey Bites
Mix all ingredients together well. Use a tablespoon scoop to form bites, or drop from a tablespoon measuring spoon to make 12 bites. Place on a lined baking sheet and chill to set. Serve two bites per child.
Read MoreFruit Salsa with Abby Cadabby
Combine fruit in a mixing bowl and add lemon juice. Sprinkle nutmeg and cinnamon to taste and refrigerate before serving. Serve with 4 plain pita chips
Read MoreZoe’s Roasted Sweet Potato Sticks
Using a sharp knife, slice the potatoes into thin pieces. Toss with olive oil and sprinkle with a dash of salt. Spread the sweet potato sticks on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast at 425° F for 25 minutes. Turn the sticks over and cook for another 15 minutes. Serve with 1/4 cup of plain hummus.
Read MoreGreek Yogurt Cucumber Salad
Have your kids help make this in the morning, and serve it cold for an afternoon snack. Combine yogurt and cucumbers in a bowl and mix well. Refrigerate.
Read MoreStrawberry Yogurt Parfait
Let each child build their own parfait. Starting with the yogurt, layer yogurt and fruit until you reach the top of the cup. Add a tablespoon of granola on top for a little crunch, if desired.
Read MoreBanana Sushi Roll
Have a pair of children work together to make this snack. Give each pair a tortilla with the peanut butter, and let them spread it using the back of a spoon. Place peeled banana at one end and roll it up. Slice into eight pieces.
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