With three children age 5 and under, we've relied a lot on convenience foods. I'd really like to get away from that and start cooking from scratch, especially for the kids. I'm hoping you guys will have some suggestions for me, especially for recipes that are kid-friendly, easy/quick to make, and still healthy. General websites and/or books on this topic would be greatly appreciated, as well. I'll also try to post things that I find here.
For now, I have two links:
Low Carb Chicken Recipes
Homemade Pop-Tarts
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I just wanted to say that I have started WW *again* this week on my own this time as money's tight right now. I enjoyed reading your posts and you have inspired me ot start my own blog.
It can be really hard to eat healthy while on a strict budget. I'm trying read up and get some good suggestions, because we have no money to spare. I'll post whatever I find.
Hi Rachel,
I came a crossed your blog while looking for more info on WW. I have some friends that are doing it (there blog is http://www.howmanypointsisthat.blogspot.com/)
I just wanted to get some more info before I start. On the above blog they have posted some yummy tips I hope it helps. I'm excited that there is someone else out there like me that is dealing with trying to lose weight, keep the budget in check and eating healthy with kids. After reading some of your posts I'm much more motivated. Keep up the good work and good luck!
I make this for my toddler, and I must say its yummy...
2 cups of whole wheat elbow pasta
1/2 cup of low fat cheddar cheese (I buy organic, but im sure kraft has a version)
1/4 cup of fat free or low fat milk
1 cup of frozen peas
1/2 cup of finely chopped broccoli
2 turkey franks, cut up (optional)
I cook the pasta, drain and in the same pot, shred the cheddar, once melted add the rest, cook on low for a few minutes, until the veggies and frank pieces are done. Sometimes u need a little more cheddar, so go ahead and add alittle more for creamier texture. This is wonderful for dinner and refrigerate for next day's lunch.
Oh and by the way, yes you can refrigerate canned soups.
Good luck!
Thanks for the recipe, Lina! I'll definitely have to try that. We rely on boxes of Kraft mac & cheese way too much. Doing it homemade shouldn't make it all that much more expensive, either.
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