|
Notes from the Nutritionist
Greetings!
 The holiday season is here, and so are days and nights filled with temptation!That's why this issue of The Gourmet Baby is my little gift to you; it's filled with tips and tricks for staying slim, saving time and putting the very best on your table. And if you're still looking for a gift for that special someone, The Best Homemade Baby Food on the Planet will do the trick (Plus, it costs less than $15!). So, go ahead! Spoil the ones you love this holiday with homemade, nutritious meals!
Delicious wishes,
Tina |
|
5 Ways To Start Healthy Eating Traditions!
 Recent studies suggest that more guidance is needed to help parents better transition from feeding their babies to meeting the unique nutrition needs of a toddler. Due to lack of understanding and support, too many young children are mirroring the unhealthy eating patterns of American adults. Essentially, good nutrition begins at home with parents serving as role models for their children.
This holiday season, why not re-think your holiday traditions and start establishing new ones? You could do it simply by adding a few, healthy dishes to your holiday table. Here are some easy, nutritious, side-dish recipes that save time-and serve six!
Roasted Asparagus with Garlic: Place 2 lbs. asparagus on a baking sheet; drizzle with EVOO, and sprinkle with 3 large, sliced garlic cloves. Season with sea salt and pepper. Roast in pre-headed 400° oven for 16-18 minutes or until tender.
Creamy Mashed Potatoes: Simmer 2.5 lbs. cubed, peeled potatoes until tender; drain, then mash with ¾ c 1% milk, 3 T butter and 1 ½ t salt.
Roasted Eggplant with Fresh Basil: Cut 2 medium eggplant into 2"x 2" cubes and place on baking sheet. Drizzle with EVOO and season with sea salt and pepper. Roast in a pre-heated 400° oven for 20 - 25 minutes. Toss with 2 T red wine vinegar and 1 c shredded fresh basil leaves.
Green Beans & Shallots: Boil 1 ¾ lbs. beans for 6-7 minutes; drain. Sauté ½ c minced shallots in olive oil for 3-4 minutes. Add beans, toss and cook until warm.
Vermont Maple Carrots: Steam 1 ½ lbs. peeled, sliced carrots until tender. Add to a Dutch oven with 3 T butter, 3 T maple syrup and 1 t salt. Cook 1 more minute, tossing to coat.
Roasted Asparagus with Garlic: Place 2 lbs. asparagus on a baking tray; Drizzle with EVOO and sprinkle with 3 large, sliced garlic cloves. Season with sea salt and pepper. Roast in pre-heated 400° oven for 16-18 minutes or until tender.
While there are development reasons that explain why toddlers are picky eaters, starting healthy traditions is the best gift you can give your little one. Your job is to buy fresh food, prepare it nutritiously and serve it creatively. Leave the rest up to your toddler; you may be surprised by what he eats!
|
 Toddler Vegetarian "Meat" Balls
Serve these nutty vegetarian morsels plain with pasta and cheese or simmer them for a few minutes in tomato sauce and serve with linguini or spaghetti.
INGREDIENTS
2 eggs
1/2 cup (50 g) pecans
1/3 cup (40 g) grated sweet onion
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
3/4 cup (75 g) Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup (115 g) grated 4-cheese Mexican blend or a mix of grated Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
DIRECTIONS:
Stovetop Method: In a blender, combine the eggs, nuts, onion, and salt if using and process until the nuts are completely ground. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the bread crumbs, mixing well. Mix in the cheese and parsley. Form 12 small balls.
Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the vegetarian balls and fry, turning often so they will not burn, until nicely browned, about 10 minutes.
Yield: 6 toddler servings, or 2 meatballs each
Each serving contains: 277.1 calories; 20.8 g total fat; 4.6 grams saturated fat; 81.7 mg cholesterol; 395.3 mg sodium; 14.1 g carbohydrates; 2.1 g dietary fiber; 9.7 g protein; 104.6 mg calcium; 1.3 mg iron; 289.1 IU vitamin A; and 1.0 mg vitamin C .
|
|
|
|
|
Order
The Best Homemade
Baby Food
on the Planet!
This incredible collection of quick and easy recipes includes countless meals for infants and toddlers that can be made in 10 minutes or less! It also features essential nutrition and health information for your little one. Buy The Best Homemade Baby Food on the Planet now and get your baby on the path to wholesome, healthy eating!
|
Tina on TV
Tina is the nutrition correspondent for NBC's syndicated TV show Daytime. 65 million people tune in to hear what she has to say. Her simple tips, recipes and ideas will inspire you on a path to good health. Watch her now!
|
FAST FACTS
'Tis The Season For Sweets?
 Try to refrain from giving your baby sweets until he's at least one year old; tastes are cultivated early, so what you offer your child now will affect him for the rest of his life. Also, try to avoid giving your baby hard candies such as peppermints, butterscotch drops or jelly beans before age 4. This will reduce the risk of choking.
|
CLICK HERE
To sign up for The Gourmet Baby newsletter.
|
|
