A refreshing blender drink made with strawberries, ice, and a hint of vanilla. It’s a great way to get more fruit in your child’s diet, or your own! 1 1/2 cups strawberries 1 cup ice cubes 1/2 cup water 1 tbsp powdered milk 1 tbsp sugar 1/4 tsp vanilla extract Combine all ingredients in a blender and…
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Homemade Ketchup
Why buy ketchup with so much sodium and sugar when you can make a healthier version at home in no time at all? Try this delicious ketchup recipe and see how great homemade can be. 1 can (5 oz) tomato paste 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup water 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1/2 tsp onion…
Guest Post by Teresa: Branana Loaf
Who doesn’t like a good banana loaf recipe? This is one I found at least fifteen years ago when I was still single and fancy free, but have tweaked over the years to make lighter and healthier for the family, making sure it’s still full of that rich delicious flavour without the added fat or…
Very Hungry Caterpillar Pizza Buns
Introducing a new healthy eating campaign with a very hungry caterpillar made of fun pizza buns bursting at the seams with nutritious veggies and cheese. 1 batch of whole wheat pizza dough2 tsp olive oil1 onion, diced1 clove of garlic, crushed1 red pepper, diced4 white mushrooms, diced1/2 cup ham or sausage, chopped1 tsp dried basil1 tsp dried oregano1/4 tsp…
Zucchini and Yam Fritters
These veggie and cheese fritters make perfect toddler finger food, and you’ll enjoy them too. 2 cups shredded zucchini 2 cups shredded yams (peeled first) 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 eggs 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp Mrs Dash original blend Squeeze zucchini in paper…
Kiwi Coconut Smoothie Shooters
Here’s a fun and healthy green drink for St. Patrick’s Day made with fresh kiwis and whipped coconut cream. [amd-yrecipe-recipe:5] I wanted to make something green in honour of St Patricks Day, but without any artificial colouring. Kiwi fruit and spinach worked great in these smoothies to provide the green colour I was looking for. I…
Amazing Edible Bakeable Playdough
Okay, so it’s basically just biscuit dough, but you’ll be amazed how much fun your kids will have with it! 2 cups flour (all-purpose, whole wheat, or a combination)1 tbsp baking powder1/4 cup brown sugar2 tbsp flaxseed meal1/4 cup cold butter or shortening, cut up2/3 cup milk Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and flax in a…
Avocado Chocolate Pudding
Here’s a great new way to enjoy avocado: in pudding form! This is a creamy chocolate pudding made with avocado and sweetened with dates and maple syrup. 1/4 c chopped dates1/4 c water 1/4 c pure maple syrup 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract1 ripe avocado 1/4 c + 2 tbsp cocoa powder In a small saucepan, heat water and…
Banana Nutella Pancakes
The perfect couple, banana and nutella, join together in this delicious breakfast treat. 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup whole wheat flour2 tsp baking powder1 egg1 mashed banana1/3 cup nutella1 1/2 cups milk Combine flours and baking powder in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk together egg, banana and nutella, then add milk and whisk…
Coconut Banana ‘Ice Cream’
A clean eating dessert made with frozen bananas and coconut milk. It tastes so good you won’t believe it’s good for you too! 5 large bananas1 can light coconut milk Peel and slice bananas. Freeze them overnight. In a food processor or blender, blend together the frozen bananas and coconut milk until smooth. Serve immediately. This…
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