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Melon Splash Pops

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These Melon Splash pops are a refreshing treat. They provide hydration, vitamin C, protein, and calcium, making them a nutritious way to cool off on a hot day.

If you don’t have a popsicle mold, you can easily place this in a freezer safe container and create a fruit sherbet to enjoy.


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  1. Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend until smooth
  2. Add mixture to popsicle mold.
  3. Cover mold and add popsicle sticks
  4. Freeze for at least 6 hours (or overnight) before serving.
Recipe Notes

Melon Splash Pop Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 popsicle (99g) servings per container 8 Amount per serving Calories 45 % Daily Value Total Fat 0 g 0 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 5 mg 0 % Total Carbohydrate 10 g 4 % Dietary Fiber 0 g 0 % Total Sugars 9 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 2 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 24 mg 2 % Iron 0 mg 0 % Potassium 111 mg 2 %

Peanut Butter Wraps

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Looking for something easy, wholesome, and kid-friendly? These Peanut Butter Wrap-Ups come together in minutes with creamy peanut butter, sweet honey, crunchy chia seeds, and crisp apple slices—all rolled up in a soft lavash wrap.


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  1. Using a small mixing bowl, add peanut butter, honey, and chia seeds. Mix well.
  2. Use a spatula to spread peanut butter over one side of the wraps, leaving a slight space around the outer edge.
  3. Spread ¼ of the apple matchsticks on top of peanut butter mixture. Starting at one side, gently roll up the wrap from the long edge.
  4. Use a pizza cutter, knife, or kitchen scissors to cut in half.
  5. This recipe allows for a lot of creativity. Have fun trying variations with raisins, dried cranberries, chopped nuts, bananas, or a few chocolate chips.
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Peanut Butter Wrap Ups Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 flatbread (58g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 120 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 0.5 g 3 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 120 mg 5 % Total Carbohydrate 18 g 7 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 9 g Added Sugars 4 g 8 % Protein 3 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 52 mg 4 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 48 mg 2 %

French Onion Roast Pockets

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Get creative with leftovers from Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast! These yummy French Onion Roast pockets are easy to throw together and give new life to leftovers.


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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 Degrees F.
  2. Reheat the roast and onions in the microwave and shred if needed.
  3. On a nonstick surface or a clean countertop with flour roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle.
  4. Cut the dough into 6 evenly sized squares using a butter knife.
  5. In the middle of each square place a scoop of the beef and onions. Place the shredded cheese evenly on top of the beef.
  6. Fold over the dough from one corner to the other, use a fork to press and seal the beef inside the dough.
  7. Place the pockets on a parchment paper covered baking sheet and brush the beaten egg on top of the dough.
  8. Bake for approximately 15 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and enjoy!
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French Onion Roast Pockets Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 pocket (149g) 6 Amount per serving Calories 280 % Daily Value Total Fat 8 g 10 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 530 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 33 g 12 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 5 g Added Sugars 4 g 8 % Protein 18 g Vitamin D 0.1 mcg 0 % Calcium 100 mg 8 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 200 mg 4 %

Zesty Veggie Flatbread

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Craving something fresh and flavorful? Try our zesty veggie flatbread, loaded with vibrant vegetables! Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, it’s a delightful way to enjoy your greens.

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  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees and rinse all fresh vegetables under cool running water before preparing.
  2. Prepare pesto according to recipe directions https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/recipe/pesto/.
  3. Prepare all toppings - roasted red peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, asparagus, carrots, mozzarella cheese and garnish
  4. Lay flatbread on non stick baking sheet. Spread made pesto on flatbread leaving about ½ inch along the edge.
  5. Layer the vegetable toppings on top of pesto on flatbread. Sprinkle half of mozzarella and save the rest for topping after baking.
  6. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until edges are brown and crispy and vegetables are softened but still have a little firmness to them.
  7. Remove flatbread from the oven and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and basil leaves for garnish. Enjoy!
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Chocolate Muffins

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Need a delicious snack that is flavorful and nutritious? Try our Chocolate Muffins with Veggies. Have your kids help make this easy and delicious recipe.

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  1. Preheat your oven to 350 ℉ and spray a 12-hole muffin tin with baking spray. Set aside.
  2. In a food processer, combine eggs, banana, spinach, carrots, oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and vinegar. Blend until mixture is smooth.
  3. Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt. Process until just mixed.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips. Portion batter into prepared muffin tin. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
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Chocolate Muffins (with veggies) Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 muffin servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 140 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 30 mg 10 % Sodium 170 mg 7 % Total Carbohydrate 18 g 7 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 7 g Added Sugars 5 g 10 % Protein 3 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 68 mg 6 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 151 mg 4 %