Apple & Peanut Butter “Smiley Faces”
Ingredients:
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1 apple, sliced
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2 tbsp peanut butter or sunflower butter
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Use This Instead Apple + Sunflower Seed Butter (school-safe and allergy-friendly) Please read labels and take precautions, read ingredients when selecting any type of nuts.
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Raisins, strawberries or blueberries
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Small pretzel pieces
Instructions:
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Spread peanut butter on each apple slice.
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Add raisins or blueberries for the eyes.
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Use pretzels for the smile.
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Make funny faces and enjoy!
Fun Fact: Why Apples & Peanut Butter Are a Healthy Team
Apples are full of fiber, which helps keep tummies feeling full and working well. They also provide vitamins that support the immune system and help kids stay active throughout the day. Peanut butter adds healthy fats and protein, which help build strong muscles and keep energy levels steady. Together, apples and peanut butter make a balanced snack that’s both nutritious and satisfying for growing kids.
🥪 Tomato Grilled Cheese
🧺 What You’ll Need
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2 slices of bread
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Butter (soft)
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Sliced cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or American)
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Fresh tomato slices
Optional add-ins (choose one):
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Baby spinach leaves
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Cooked turkey or chicken (small pieces)
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Avocado slices
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Very thin red onion slices
👩🍳 Let’s Make It!
(Grown-up help needed)
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Wash your hands.
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Spread a little butter on one side of each bread slice.
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Place one slice butter-side down on a plate.
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Add cheese, tomatoes, and one add-in.
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Top with the second slice, butter-side up.
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Ask a grown-up to cook it in a pan.
🔥 Cooking Time (Adult Helps)
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Cook on medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side
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Flip when the bread is golden and the cheese melts
😋 Time to Eat
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Let the sandwich cool.
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Cut it in half (or triangles!).
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Enjoy your warm, melty grilled cheese.
⭐ Try This Instead
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Use whole-grain bread
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Add tomato sauce inside for a “pizza grilled cheese”
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Serve with apple slices or carrot sticks on the side
✅ Grown-Up Tip
Let kids layer the fillings — it makes them proud of what they made.
Fun Fact: Tomato Grilled Cheese
Our Tomato Grilled Cheese is a comforting, kid-approved snack that’s easy to make and fun to customize.
Fresh tomato slices and melty cheese are layered between golden, buttery bread for a warm sandwich children love to help prepare.
With simple ingredients and grown-up guidance, this classic snack turns into a moment of togetherness in the kitchen.
Try it with add-ins like spinach, turkey, or avocado to make it even more filling.
🍅 Simple Tomato Soup
What You’ll Need
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1 can crushed tomatoes
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1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
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¼ cup milk or cream
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Salt (a small pinch)
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Olive oil or butter
Let’s Make It!
(Grown-up help needed)
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Pour the tomatoes and broth into a pot.
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Heat on medium and stir gently.
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Add milk or cream and mix.
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Sprinkle in a tiny pinch of salt.
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Let the soup warm for 10 minutes.
Time to Eat
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Carefully pour into a bowl.
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Let it cool a little.
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Dip your tomato grilled cheese and enjoy!
Try This Instead
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Add a pinch of cheese on top
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Use dairy-free milk if needed
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Blend the soup for a smoother texture (grown-up helps)
Build-Your-Own Veggie Wraps - (New Skill: Spreading + Layering + Rolling)
🧺 What You’ll Need
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1 soft tortilla or wrap
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Cream cheese or hummus
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Shredded carrots
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Cucumber slices
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Baby spinach or lettuce
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Shredded cheese (optional)
👩🍳 Let’s Make It!
(Grown-up help for cutting veggies)
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Wash your hands.
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Lay the wrap flat on a plate.
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Spread cream cheese or hummus all over the wrap.
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Add veggies in a line across the middle.
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Sprinkle cheese if you like.
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Roll the wrap tightly like a burrito.
😋 Time to Eat
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Cut the wrap into small pieces.
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Dip it or eat it just the way it is.
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Enjoy your crunchy veggie wrap!
⭐ Try This Instead
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Add cooked chicken or turkey
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Use dairy-free spread if needed
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Swap veggies for what you have at home
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“making real food”
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Balances your savory options nicely
🥕🌯 Fun Fact: Veggie Wraps
Veggie Wraps are a fun, fresh way for kids to help make their own healthy meal. Soft wraps are filled with colorful vegetables and a creamy spread, then rolled up into an easy-to-eat snack. Children love choosing their fillings, while parents love how simple and nutritious they are.
These wraps are perfect for:
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Light lunches
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After-school snacks
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Hands-on kitchen helpers
Mix and match veggies like carrots, cucumbers, spinach, and cheese to make it your own.
Naan Pizza for Kids
🧺 What You’ll Need
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1, 2 0r more naan breads
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2–3 tablespoons pasta or pizza sauce
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Shredded mozzarella cheese
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Fun toppings (choose a few):
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Pepperoni
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Cooked chicken
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Bell peppers
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Mushrooms
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Olives
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Pineapple
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👩🍳 Let’s Make It!
(Grown-up help needed)
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Wash your hands.
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Put the naan bread on a baking tray.
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Spread the sauce on the naan with a spoon.
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Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
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Add your favorite toppings.
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Ask a grown-up to put it in the oven.
🔥 Bake Time (Adult Helps)
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Bake at 375°F for 8–10 minutes
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The cheese should be melted and bubbly
😋 Time to Eat
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Let the pizza cool for a minute.
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Cut it into pieces.
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Enjoy your homemade naan pizza!
⭐ Try This Instead
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Use whole-wheat naan for extra fiber
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Make mini pizzas so everyone can choose their own toppings
🍕 Fun Fact: Naan Pizza
Naan Pizza is a quick, fun meal that lets kids get creative in the kitchen. Soft naan bread is topped with pasta sauce, melted mozzarella, and favorite toppings to create a homemade pizza that’s easy to build and even easier to enjoy.
With simple steps and grown-up help, children feel proud making their own mini pizza from start to finish.
Perfect for:
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Lunch or dinner
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Family cooking time
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Customizing with veggies, chicken, or cheese
Tip: Let kids choose their toppings to make every naan pizza special.