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Kid-Friendly Recipes to Power Through School Days

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(Family Features) A menu of filling, delicious recipes is just what your family needs to make each school day a successful educational adventure. Satisfying lunch and dinner ideas can give loved ones the fuel they need while delicious desserts provide motivation for growing minds to get homework finished before enjoying a treat.

When weeks get hectic due to busy schedules, these recipes offer simple solutions to make cooking easier while limiting time spent in the kitchen. Start with a lunch that’s as easy to make as it is to pack in a lunchbox, recharge in the evening thanks to a veggie-forward main course and satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth with a chocolatey favorite to round out the day.

Keep your family full and energized each school day with more recipe ideas at Culinary.net.

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Make School Lunches a Breeze

There’s a lot to remember when sending your student off to school each morning, from backpacks and school supplies to last night’s homework. Don’t forget one of the key ingredients to a successful day: lunch.

These Cheeseburger Turnovers provide the energy little learners need to power through their afternoon lessons. One winning idea to make the week easier is to prep a full batch of these easily packable, kid-friendly handhelds Sunday night so you’ve got lunch ready for each day.

To find more school day recipe inspiration, visit Culinary.net.

Cheeseburger Turnovers

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 can flaky biscuits
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • dill pickle slices, halved
  • 1 egg, beaten
  1. Heat oven to 375 F.
  2. In large skillet, cook ground beef and onion until beef is thoroughly cooked and onions are tender. Drain. Stir in ketchup and mustard.
  3. Separate biscuit dough. On ungreased baking sheet, flatten biscuit dough to form 6-inch rounds. Spoon beef mixture onto one side of flattened dough. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with dill pickle half. Fold dough over filling. With fork tines, press dough edges to seal. Cut two slits in top of dough to release steam. Repeat with remaining dough, beef mixture, cheese and pickles.
  4. Brush each turnover with egg wash.
  5. Bake 18-22 minutes, or until deep golden brown.
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A Perfect Pasta for School Nights

Weeknight meals are all about putting tasty dishes on the table in a short amount of time so you can share precious moments together despite busy schedules.

In a matter of minutes, you can prepare this Lentil Bolognese with Veggie-Based Penne for a quick yet flavorful recipe that can be enjoyed by little ones and adults alike. Featuring Veggiecraft Farms Cauliflower Penne as its key ingredient, this family meal makes it easy to incorporate vegetables without sacrificing taste. Available in popular shapes like penne, spaghetti and elbow, and made with lentils, peas and cauliflower, zucchini or sweet potato, the veggie-based pastas are gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan, Kosher and good sources of protein and fiber.

Visit veggiecraftfarms.com for more information and family-friendly recipes.

Lentil Bolognese with Veggie-Based Penne

  • 1 cup dry French green lentils or brown lentils
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 box Veggiecraft Farms Cauliflower Penne

Toppings:

  • fresh basil
  • Parmesan cheese
  • red pepper flakes
  1. Cook lentils according to package directions. Drain then return to pot and add marinara and vegetable broth. Stir well and simmer over low heat about 10 minutes.
  2. Cook penne according to package directions.
  3. Top cooked pasta with lentil Bolognese, fresh basil, Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.
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A Heaping Serving of Homework Motivation

Heading back to school doesn’t have to mean forgetting the fun of warm weather treats. Once the homework is done and you’ve enjoyed dinner with loved ones, turn your attention to a dessert that tastes like it was prepared by a professional baker.

This S’mores Skillet starts with a sweet brownie base made with Domino Light Brown Sugar and is then infused and topped with traditional s’mores ingredients. Just combine in a skillet then bake – or grill for that familiar outdoor feel – until warm and gooey.

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S’mores Skillet

Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6

  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, divided
  • 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Domino Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows, divided
  • 6 graham crackers, roughly crumbled, divided
  1. Preheat oven or grill to 350 F.
  2. Place medium heat-proof bowl over medium saucepan simmering with water. Add butter, 1/4 cup chocolate chips and unsweetened chocolate; melt. Remove from heat and allow mixture to cool 15 minutes.
  3. In small bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt.
  4. In large bowl, mix eggs, sugar and vanilla. Add chocolate mixture and mix until well combined. Stir in flour mixture. Add 1/4 cup chocolate chips, 1/2 cup mini marshmallows and three graham crackers to batter.
  5. Pour mixture into 8-inch skillet. Top with remaining mini marshmallows, chocolate chips and graham crackers. Grill or bake 10-12 minutes. Remove from grill. Cool 10 minutes and serve.

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Easy, Creamy Spring Goodness

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spring (Family Features) For a soup that smells as divine as it tastes, warm up your home with the fresh scents and flavors of Creamy Asparagus Soup. Pair with chicken salad croissants for a simple weeknight meal without the hassle then visit Culinary.net to discover more spring soup solutions. 17435 asparagus soup detail image embed1

Creamy Asparagus Soup

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6
  • 2 asparagus bundles
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 3 cups broth of choice, divided
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons celery salt
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • chicken salad croissants, for serving
  1. Chop asparagus into bite-size pieces. In large pot, place asparagus, butter, onion powder, garlic powder and 1 cup broth. Cook over medium heat until asparagus gets tender.
  2. Transfer to blender with 1 cup broth and blend until smooth. Transfer back to pot and, over medium heat, mix in cream cheese, remaining broth and Parmesan cheese. Add celery salt and Italian seasoning. Cook while stirring, blending seasonings in well, then add heavy cream.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with chicken salad croissants.
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Pair Summer Favorites with a Simple Potato Salad

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Pair Summer Favorites with a Simple Potato Salad

    (Family Features) Ideal for neighborhood cookouts, quick family dinners and anything in between, potato salad is a tried-and-true summer favorite. This version from Cookin’ Savvy comes together in a snap so you can spend more time enjoying the sun and less time in the kitchen. Pair this easy potato salad with more warm-weather recipe inspiration found at Culinary.net.

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  • 3 pounds potatoes
  • 4 boiled eggs, coarsely chopped
  • 2 dill pickles
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 package (2 1/2 ounces) real bacon pieces
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • smoked paprika, for garnish
 
  1. Coarsely chop potatoes. In Dutch oven, boil until fork tender. Drain then add coarsely chopped eggs and pickles.
  2. Add garlic powder, onion powder, bacon pieces, mayonnaise and mustard. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Mix well.
  3. Transfer to large bowl and refrigerate 1-2 hours. Garnish with smoked paprika.
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Healthy Breakfast Solutions for Busy Mornings

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Breakfast (Family Features) Hustling to get out the door for a busy day may tempt you to skip breakfast but taking a few extra minutes to nourish your body helps ensure you can keep up with the day’s demands. Breakfast is your chance to jumpstart your body. Eating breakfast offers multiple benefits, including providing energy to fuel your day and increasing your ability to focus and make decisions. A breakfast rich in protein is also important to keep you fuller longer. Eggs may be a frequent option, yet dairy foods can be a good, protein-rich alternative. If you’re cutting calories, an option like Milk50 contains only 50 calories per serving but the same amount of protein as other dairy milks – 9 grams per serving – along with calcium and vitamin D. This first-of-its-kind product also contains 75% less sugar than skim milk, is lactose-free and doesn’t contain any artificial flavors or colors. A return-to-dairy trend is gaining momentum, with 58% of U.S. adults welcoming dairy back to their diets after being disappointed with the price, taste and heavy processing of plant-based beverages, according to a national survey commissioned by Dairy Farmers of America. Incorporating these real dairy favorites in your morning recipes can be a cinch. Start your morning with a nutritious and delicious shake like this Vanilla Coffee Protein Shake, which combines cold brew coffee and frozen bananas for a refreshing treat. Or, if you’re craving something a little heartier, mix up a batch of Chai Oatmeal Energy Bites over the weekend or in the evening so you can grab one or two on the go. Find more breakfast inspiration at milk50.com. 17429 detail image embed 1

Chai Oatmeal Energy Bites

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 55 minutes Yield: 2 doze
  • 1          cup DairyPure Milk50 Vanilla
  • 3          chai tea bags, divided
  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 2          cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2       teaspoon salt
  • 2          teaspoons baking powder
  • 2          tablespoons flaxseed
  • 1          teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/3       cup maple syrup
  • 1/2       cup chopped pecans
  1. In small pot, heat milk until hot but not simmering. Take off heat and place two chai tea bags in milk. Steep tea in milk until cool, about 30 minutes, then discard tea bags.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, stir cooled chai milk, oats, salt, baking powder, flaxseed, vanilla and maple syrup.
  3. Open third chai tea bag and measure 2 teaspoons tea. If tea is coarse, blitz in spice grinder or use mortar and pestle to grind more finely. Stir tea into batter and let mixture sit 10 minutes so oats can soak up milk.
  4. Give batter another stir then fill each mini muffin cavity about 3/4 with batter, about 1 tablespoon in each. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top. Bake bites 12-13 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center of bite comes out clean. Let cool 5 minutes.
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Vanilla Coffee Protein Shake

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 8 hours Servings: 1
  • 5-6       ounces DairyPure Milk50 Vanilla
  • 1/2       banana, sliced and frozen
  • 1/4       cup, plus 2 tablespoons, cold brew concentrate
  • 1/2       teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2       scoops protein powder of choice
  • 2          teaspoons simple syrup (or to taste)
  1. Make ice cubes by pouring milk into ice cube tray and freezing until solid, about 8 hours.
  2. To make shake: In high-speed blender, blend frozen banana slices, cold brew, vanilla, protein powder, simple syrup and 5-6 milk cubes until creamy. Serve in glass.
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