Creamy Salsa Verde Enchiladas (Chicken or Vegetarian)

I first came up with this dinner to use up leftover chicken or beans that I had in my fridge. It soon became one of our favorite weeknight meals and checked all the boxes. It’s a meal that’s nutritious, satisfying, and quick to throw together. Plus, my husband and two boys happily gobble it up…

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One Pot Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

This creamy One Pot Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is a perfect, kid-friendly weeknight dinner. Plus, there’s no need to cook the squash, boil the pasta, or blend the sauce! This squash-packed dish is made in one pot in less than 30 minutes. Kids in the Kitchen: Squash! Butternut squash is actually much softer than…

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Quinoa Protein Nuggets

This kid and toddler-friendly quinoa recipe, packs lots of goodness into little muffin-like bites. Quinoa Protein Nuggets are easy to bake-up for quick meals at home or lunch boxes on the go. Plus, there’s a lot less quinoa on the floor! Kids in the Kitchen: Mix! With only a few ingredients to throw into a…

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Creamy Veggie-Packed Pasta Sauce (with Cottage Cheese)

Just 5 simple ingredients and less than 30 minutes, that all you need for this quick and healthy Creamy Veggie-Packed Pasta Sauce. Blend cottage cheese into a simple tomato sauce to create a creamy, flavorful topping for your favorite pasta. Kids and adults love this simple and delicious meal! Kids in the Kitchen: Prep veggies:Kids…

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Healthy Creamy Tomato Soup (with veggies and Greek yogurt)

This is one of my kids’ favorite soups. They love it for lunches at home, packed up in a thermos for school, or for a cozy dinner any night of the week. Healthy Creamy Tomato Soup is packed with veggies, but you can hardly tell. The soup blended and creamy Greek yogurt adds an extra…

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Rainbow Bagel Pizzas

Want to get more veggies into the day and have fun in the kitchen at the same time? These Rainbow Bagel Pizzas are the ultimate healthy recipe to cook with kids. Of course, you don’t need every color or vegetable option for your pizzas –two or three colors are great. Plus, I included a recipe…

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Vegan Burrito Bowls with Tofu Crumbles and Cilantro Lime Rice

This is a healthy dinner that I like to call “accidentally vegan” because your family won’t even notice it’s totally plant-based. Vegan Burrito Bowls are packed with protein and veggies! Plus, this DIY meal comes together in 30 minutes. The tofu is crumbled and cooked until crisp, making is super popular even with tofu-skeptics. Pair…

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Orange Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry

Need a healthy, easy dinner the whole family will love? This Orange Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry is your answer! This is not your typical, boring stir-fry. Tossing the tofu, chicken, or shrimp in a little cornstarch before cooking makes it extra crispy and soak-up the sweet, tangy sauce. The orange flavor makes this recipe 100…

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