The BIG question is how can we Getour kids to eat healthy?
My Solution allow them to play with their food.
Playful eating creates healthy eating. New research shows that “playing with food” can be a good thing, as long as it’s part of getting kids to eat right. Fun at mealtime is a great way for families to connect and interact
Let’s get playing:
#1 – Kabobs for dipping: Have a DIY Kabob night by placing out a selection of kid friendly items to be placed on a kabob skewer.
Some ideas for your Kabos are:
Tyson Chicken nuggets
Meatballs
Mini corn dogs
Steak in bite size pieces
Large french fries
Cherry tomatoes
Large pineapple chucks
Chunks of cheese
Then offer an assortment of dipping sauces such as BBQ sauce, ketchup, mustard, ranch dressing.
Kids will love the ability to make their own kabobs to then dip and eat as they remove each piece from their kabob stick.
#2 – Pizza Silly Faces: Allow their artistic talent to come out with the fun of making their own pizza faces with toppings.
Use either toasted English muffins, pre-made mini pizza crust or refrigerated biscuits rolled out as your pizza crust.
Use store bought pizza sauce and an assortment of toppings such as:
Grated cheese in your choice of flavor
Olives
Pepperoni
Italian Sausage
Cut up vegetables
Pineapple
Now let your kids create their own silly faces and then bake and enjoy.
#3 – .Cookie Cutter Fun: Use your child’s favorite cookie cutter shape to create a fun sandwich or grilled cheese. Before filling the sandwich use the cookie cutter to cut out the shape then fill and serve or grill. Allow your kids to help cut out the various shapes.
#4 – Finger meal – Serve an entire meal of finger foods including fruit, veggies and don’t forget Chicken Nuggets are also fun to eat. Kids enjoy the bite-sized, friendly shapes – easy to hold, dip and pop into their mouths.
Protein is a vital part of a growing child’s diet, but finding protein that kids likeisn’t always easy. Tyson®Chicken Nuggets are a simple way to make protein part of a healthy plate. Combine with fruits, vegetables, grains and dairy for a complete, wholesome meal.
Tyson®Chicken Nuggets are made from 100% all natural ingredients
· No preservatives or fillers
· Zero grams of trans fat per serving
· Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside – for a taste and texture kids love!
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