When kids help make healthy food, they are more likely to try it. Show kids how to:
❁ pour milk into glasses to drink with a meal.
❁ shake or blend a smoothie.
❁ stir milk into pudding mix and add fruit.
■ Greens are best when refrigerated with a little moisture and airflow. Cover greens with a damp paper towel in an open container or make holes in a plastic bag (20 holes in a medium bag). Some greens are sold in plastic boxes with holes. Use greens within 7 to 10 days for best quality.
❁ Look for leaves that are fresh and show no signs of wilting or spoiling.
❁ Buy an amount that you can use within about a week. Bags or containers usually have a “BEST if used by” date.
Try a mix for variety of flavor, texture and color. Darker color greens have more nutrients.
When kids help make healthy food, they are more likely to try it. Show kids how to:
❁ swish greens in a bowl of water to remove dirt.
❁ peel or cut fruit or veggies.
❁ measure and stir ingredients for salad dressings.
When kids help make healthy food, they are more likely to try it.
Show kids how to:
❁ measure and mix ingredients together.
❁ wash and cut up fruits and vegetables for dipping.
Both fresh and dried herbs add flavor. Adjust amounts to your taste.
Most Herbs:
3 teaspoons fresh = 1 teaspoon dried
Garlic:
1 clove fresh = ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Ginger:
■ Store dried herbs and spices in a cool, dark location away from direct heat or sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed.
❁ In bulk foods, you can buy a small amount to use while the flavor is strongest. Or try something new.
❁ Check for a “BEST by” date on packaged spices and herbs. They are still safe after the date but the flavor will be weaker.
