RECIPES
Developed by Nutritionists, Approved by Kids
3 R’s of Our Recipes
Relatable - appeal to kids Reachable - budget friendly Repeatable - simple and consistent
Our recipes are always affordable and quick to prepare, using ingredients that are widely available in mainstream supermarkets. They can be adapted to accommodate dietary restrictions and must be flexible to allow for substitutions and modifications. They are low on utensil use for easy clean-up, and most importantly, the majority of our students must like what they cook. This recipe collection has been assembled over several years by a passionate team of nutritionists, educators and parents and has been stringently tested to meet all these criteria.
Chinese Cabbage and Egg Dumplings
Kids in our classes love folding and cooking the dumplings - fun to make and delicious to eat. Perfect recipe for the Lunar New Year.
Bean and Cheese Pupusas with Cabbage Slaw
Our classes have a great time creating the masa and shaping the pupusas then enjoying them with the tangy slaw.
Zoodle Pasta Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing
This is a fun dish to make and eat. Our classes love it!
Classic Chow Mein Fried Noodles
Standard take out from the Chinese restaurant can easily be made in your kitchen with this fun recipe. Add cooked chicken, pork or beef for added flavor and protein. Perfect recipe for the Lunar New Year.
Tofu Veggie Spring Rolls
Our classes love working with the rice paper wraps to create these fresh, nutritious rolls.
Tortas - Hot Mexican Sandwiches
A hearty, hand held meal that is nutritious and budget-friendly, this torta is also much loved amongst our students.
Avocado Caprese Tomato Toast
This toast is a taste of summer on a plate and is always a popular recipe in our classes.
Very Berry Smoothie
A smoothie is a great snack or supplement to a healthy breakfast or lunch. This is always a hit in our classes.
Chinese Carrot and Egg Dumplings
These dumplings are always a hit in our classes and are a fun and delicious snack to make at home. Perfect recipe for the Lunar New Year.
Ground Turkey Tacos
This is a very basic taco that is easy and quick to prepare making it ideal for weeknight dinner. Perfect recipe for Thanksgiving.
Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs
This recipe is simple and delicious, everybody loves meatballs.
Chocolate "New-tella" Spread/Dip
This innovative spread is a wonderful alternative to the sugar-filled chocolate hazelnut spread. Use it as a crepe filling or slathered on whole grain toast or crackers.
Hoppin' John with Collards
Hoppin' John is a traditional dish eaten on New Year's Day. The black-eyed peas represent coins and the collards dollar bills, ushering in a prosperous year ahead. Perfect recipe for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month.
Two Red Sauces for Pasta and Pizza
This sauce can be the starting point for many recipes, from simply tossing with pasta to using as a base for lasagna or a topping for pizza.
Three Sisters Soup
Three Sisters Soup, a delightful harvest soup, combines the nutritious blend of corn, squash, and beans. This traditional Native American dish is beloved by families everywhere! Perfect recipe for Native American Heritage Month.
Caesar Salad
Kids love the freshness, crunch, mingling creaminess with a sprinkle of cheesy goodness of this classic Caesar Salad.
Easy Chicken Enchiladas
Get ready to fiesta with this scrumptious Easy Chicken Enchilada Recipe! Packed with juicy shredded chicken and ooey-gooey cheese, drenched in our simple enchilada sauce, then baked to perfection. This mouthwatering homemade classic is a surefire hit with the family, making weeknight dinners a breeze!