“I Can’t Believe This is Spinach” Smoothie
“I Can’t Believe This is Spinach” Smoothie

Parents can go crazy trying to get their children to eat their veggies. Luckily this smoothie recipe will not only get them to eat their veggies, but it will make them beg for them. Pull out your blender and give it a try—you can’t even taste the spinach! Ingredients 6 fl. oz. frozen orange juice … Continue reading ““I Can’t Believe This is Spinach” Smoothie”

Cookie Garland
Cookie Garland

Whether you use it to decorate or eat, this is a great craft for little hands. What You Need • Letter-shaped cookie cutters or holiday shapes • Gingerbread dough • Frosting in different colors • Sprinkles or small candies (optional) • Ribbon, string or yarn • Drinking straw Here’s How 1. Use your favorite recipe … Continue reading “Cookie Garland”

Fast Mexican Egg & Potato Breakfast Skillet
Fast Mexican Egg & Potato Breakfast Skillet

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Makes: 4 servings What You Need 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 cups frozen potatoes O’Brien 4 Eggs 1/4 cup milk OR water 1/4 tsp. salt Pepper 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (2 oz.) 1/4 cup salsa 1/4 cup crumbled tortilla chips 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro, … Continue reading “Fast Mexican Egg & Potato Breakfast Skillet”

Teriyaki Turkey Burgers

If you are hosting any BBQ’s this summer, add Teriyaki Turkey Burgers to your menu! These are delicious and a nice change from a traditional burger. Ingredients: • 1 egg • 1/2 cup whole wheat bread crumbs • 1/4 cup chopped water chestnuts • 1 TBL Teriyaki sauce • 1/2 onion, chopped • 1 pound … Continue reading “Teriyaki Turkey Burgers”

Tooty Fruity Snack a Rooty Salsa

An easy recipe that puts a sweet and healthy spin on chips and salsa. The perfect snack for a hot day! Ingredients: • Bag of frozen mixed fruit • Honey, coconut or grated ginger • Whole wheat pita chips or whole wheat tortillas • Cinnamon Microwave bag of frozen fruit for two minutes at 30% … Continue reading “Tooty Fruity Snack a Rooty Salsa”

Baked Eggrolls Recipe

These eggrolls are not only healthy, but also delicious. You can even make a big batch and freeze some to eat later. If you aren’t picky about how the eggrolls look, kids love to help fill and fold them. (Recipe courtesy of Keep the Beat™, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute) • 1 Tbsp. vegetable … Continue reading “Baked Eggrolls Recipe”

Raisin Coco-nutty Balls

As a new addition to the newsletter, we will be including a healthy recipe with each issue. Raisin Coco-nutty Balls 5 minute preparation time 1/2 C. natural peanut butter 1/4 C. honey 1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 C. raisins Unsweetened coconut Mix peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and raisins. Spread coconut onto wax paper. Drop peanut butter … Continue reading “Raisin Coco-nutty Balls”

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