If you’ve never tried bulgur before, this vegetarian stuffed pepper is a perfect place to start. Whole wheat berries that have been steamed, dried and crushed, bulgur is high in fibre, B vitamins and iron.
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Bulgur and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
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Tomato Basil Pizzettes
These mini pizzas are sure to be a hit with your toddler. If your toddler likes cooked broccoli, peas or spinach, add them before baking.
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Wholesome Chicken Carrot and Brown Rice Puree
If you’re making chicken breasts for the entire family, throw an extra one on to use in this pureed baby food. Alternatively, you can use leftover roast chicken or poached chicken breast. Chicken is often one of the first meats recommended for babies’ diets, as it is easily digested.
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Silky Quinoa and Squash
Make quinoa for supper and pull out 1 cup of it to make this dinner for baby. Quinoa is an ancient grain that is high in protein. Store leftovers in individual portion sizes for use in the following days; freezing it in ice cube trays makes for easy portioning later on. Don’t give up if your child doesn’t seem to like quinoa, or any other specific food- you need to expose children to a new flavour up to ten times before they take to it.
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Fried Quinoa
Cooked quinoa replaces rice in this twist on Chinese fried rice. The quinoa can be cooked well in advance and added at the last minute. This is a great way to use up left over vegetables. Don’t be afraid to add your favourites and make it your own!
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Gourmet Open Faced Tuna Sandwich
Not your ordinary tuna sandwich, this gourmet-inspired main course is a great option for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Fiesta Quinoa and Black Beans
This hearty main dish has a touch of Mexican flair and makes quinoa a little more fun for the family. It will serve 6 as a side dish.
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Balsamic Mushroom Pizza
Forget about delivery and get the whole family to help prepare this thin crust mushroom lover’s pizza!
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Crunchy Quinoa and Leek Gratin
We used protein-rich quinoa to create the base for this wholesome and nutritious dish that serves a party of 10!
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Charred Asian Steak and Herb Salad
Marinating less expensive cuts of beef is a great way to tenderize them and add flavour without breaking the bank. To ease preparation of this recipe, plan to marinate the steak the night before.




