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Healthy Fun Snacks - “Bugs on a Log”

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Are you looking for ways to get your young child to eat more fruits and vegetables? The solution may be easier than you think; just bring them in the kitchen. Involving your little ones with simple snack preparations is an excellent way for them to learn healthy eating habits. It is also a fantastic bonding experience that can help boost self-esteem, and make them feel important.
Try this healthy and very simple recipe with your child, it makes a great after school snack. Enjoy!

Bugs on a Log
Ingredients and Instructions:
1.    Make “logs” from any of these foods:
•    Celery stalks, cut about 3 inches long
•    Apples, cut in halves or quarters with cores removed
•    Carrot sticks, cut to about 3 inches long

2.    Top the logs with a spread such as:
•    Low-fat cream cheese and pineapple
•    Low-fat cheese and pimento
•    Peanut butter
•    Egg salad

3.    Sprinkle “bugs” on the spread:
•    Raisins
•    Unsweetened whole-grain cereal
•    Sunflower seeds
•    Chopped peanuts

Warning: Watch children of all ages closely when they are eating. Note: some children and adults may be allergic to peanut butter.

Click here to download instructions sheet (bilingual) - Haga click aquí para leer instrucciones en español.

Topic: Adult Family Members, Cooking, Healthy Habits, Science Ages: All ages Language: Bilingual

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