Recipe

3 Step Mango Carrot Smoothie

Smoothies are an excellent way of squeezing a ton of nutritional goodness into your busy schedule.  This mango carrot smoothie is the perfect start to the day, and since it is modified for the whole family in three simple steps and ready to go in 5 minutes, it is sure to become a go-to breakfast goody in your home.

Prep time: 5 minutes

Serves 2-4

The 3 'P' Recipe: Orzo with Peas, Pancetta and Parmesan

This simple orzo recipe is guaranteed to wow your taste buds and impress your guests! Adding peas and pancetta rounds this dish out with full flavor and plenty of nutrition!

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: 6

Easy Peasy Green Pea and Tarragon Soup

This is a straight-forward version of your mom’s classic pea soup recipe with comforting flavors that will warm you up inside and out!  You can modify for baby as you go, so the whole family will enjoy this meal!

Total prep and cook time: 30 minutes

Serves 6

Freshy Minty Green Pea Hummus Recipe

This dish is perfect for sharing with all the peas in your pod! Fresh mint gives this pea hummus recipe a cool refreshing twist that is perfect for any patio party!

Serves 4

Hummus Ingredients

- 1 ¼ cups fresh shelled green peas or frozen, thawed
- 1 cup garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 Tbsp green onion, chopped
- 3 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- Pitas or sliced baguettes toasted for serving

Easy Recipe for Asparagus Pesto Linguini

This is the perfect recipe for spring! A delicious, easy pasta dish that highlights the delicate, fresh flavor of asparagus.

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Directions

- 1 pound linguine

- ¼ cup pine nuts (optional)**

- 1 pound thin asparagus, coarsely chopped

- 1 cup loosely packed fresh parsley, mint and tarragon

- 1 garlic clove, chopped

- 1/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated

- ½ lemon, juiced

- 1/3 cup olive oil

- Sea salt and pepper to taste

Roasted Asparagus Recipe with Garlic, Bok Choy and Fennel

This asparagus inspired side dish has become a staple in my weekly menu. The fresh flavors combined with a hint of crunch make this dish pair so well with many of my chicken and fish recipes. And since it is so easy to turn this tasty side dish into a perfect purée, even baby can enjoy some greens!

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Total time: 25 minutes

Easy and Delicious Cream of Asparagus Soup Recipe

 

There is nothing quite like a warm bowl of soup on a rainy spring afternoon.  Treat yourself and your family to this healthy, savory cream of asparagus soup that is sure to brighten up even the cloudiest day!

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Serves: 4- 6

Soup Ingredients

- 2 bunches asparagus, chopped 2” pieces

- 2 tablespoon olive oil

- 2 garlic cloves, minced

- 3 leeks, white part only chopped

- ½ cup rolled oats

- 3 cups milk

- ½ teaspoon dried dill

Simple Butternut Squash Soup Recipe with Apple

This is one of my all-time favorite soups! There is something so creamy and delicious about smooth butternut squash combined with sweet apples and coconut.  The fact that it’s healthy and so, so easy makes it even better!! You can always find this delish soup in my freezer for last minute weekday lunches.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Serves: 6

Yummy Carrot Puree with Ginger and Parsnip

Who said purees are just for babies?
No more sneaking bites of baby’s food! Here is a fantastic puree that the whole family can enjoy!  With the perfect amount of spice and packed with nutrition this grown up puree makes a great side for grilled tenderloin or roast chicken.

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes

Serves: 2 Adults, 2 kids (with leftovers)

Nutritional Recipes on a Budget #4: Sweet Potato Pie Brownies

If you like fudgy chocolate brownies and hate to stop at eating just one…try this healthy version using our popular Baby Sweet Potato Pie! These are moist and even chewier after refrigeration. These were a hit in my son’s kindergarten class.

Prep time: 20 minutes

Bake time: 50 minutes

Total time: 70 minutes (plus chill overnight)

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I've heard of so many parents who struggle with mealtimes. But if it tastes good, she's going to want to eat it.

— Amery and baby Kennedy

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