Let’s face it, school lunches don’t provide for our children the nutrition we hope they do. The meals contain processed foods, mystery meats, and french fries are considered the vegetable. Don’t even get us started on the fact that the only drink choice is milk unless they have a doctor’s note. Our kids take water with them to school but if they eat school lunch they are forced... 

This French Toast Bake was so yummy it was gone before we could even take pictures of it! Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegan butter, melted (We like Earth Balance) 1 cup Vanilla Almond Milk 1 teaspoon cinnamon, divided in half 1/4 teaspoon salt 2/3 Cup Pure Maple Syrup 1 loaf French bread or Wheat bread, cut into 1 inch cubes (We chose to just tear into chunks) Directions: Prep Time: 15 mins... 

To purchase a wall chart with this information go to www.greenleafy.org COPYRIGHT: Liz Cook 2005 FATS (Essential Fatty Acids): Essential for brain and nerve function. Vital to get lots of Omega 3 Flaxseed Oil Hempseed Oil Rapeseed Oil Olive Oil Green Leafy Veggies Avocados Nuts: (Almonds, Hazelnuts) Olive oil is great for cooking All oils should be fresh and stored in a dark, cool place. PROTEIN: Used... 

Watch Jordyn, a 7 yr old Granola Kid, make TOFU TACOS!  Read More →

Get started eating healthier by following this list of delicious recipes that are either Granola Moms Originals or Granola Moms Favorites. Mock Tuna Spread Sandwich (This also great as a salad over mixed greens with slices of tomatoes.) Taken from The McDougal Quick and Easy Cookbook 1 15 oz can Garbanzo Beans (Drained and Rinsed) 1 Celery Stalk, finely chopped ¼ Cup finely chopped onion ¼ finely... 

We were recently told by a reader that tofu is the one thing she didn’t feel comfortable cooking with. She just didn’t understand what it was, what dishes to use it in and how to prepare it. This reader is an amazing cook, so if she feels that way chances are many of you do as well. Tofu, which is made out of soy, normally comes in a little white block and you can purchase it in soft, firm and... 

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