Seasons Greetings! Enjoy this December issue of Food for Thought which gets you thinking about upcoming New Year's resolutions along with a party-going appetizer idea. What would a holiday issue be without a (healthy!) dose of cookie recipes too!? We have that too!
Raise Healthy Eaters in the New Year

Ring in a healthy new year by teaching kids the importance of food, nutrition and eating skills: food to fuel busy, successful lives; nutrition to nourish strong bodies and smart brains; and eating skills to enjoy the social aspect of meals with family and friends.

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On a Budget?
Save Money with These Tips     
A trip to the grocery store may cost you a bit more these days. With rising prices and falling budgets, it's more challenging than ever to bring home the fixings for balanced meals. Saving money at the supermarket doesn't mean giving up nutritious foods, however. Here are some tips to save you money while nourishing your family.
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Hot Tip
Treats for Santa
As Santa Claus makes his yearly trek around the world, children everywhere will leave treats for the big guy to fuel him on his ride. But don't forget Santa needs
nutrition too. 
     

 


I hope you enjoy this issue. Keep your eye on your inbox for many more to come!

 

Sincerely,
Sue Bourque
Recipes

Chocolaty Pumpkin Bars     

If you're looking for a nutritious, kid-pleasing snack for after school or the lunch box, this is the recipe for you.

 Snowball Truffles
These dairy-free truffles taste great without added fat and sugar. Give as a gift to family, friends or coworkers.

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Orange Pistachio Cookies with Chocolate Drizzle

These pistachio cookies have a nutty flavor and chewy texture. Your kids will enjoy blending the green batter and drizzling the finished cookies with chocolate.
   

 

 

 

 

Zucchini Fritters 

These zucchini fritters are great as an appetizer. Substitute them for meatballs on your pasta. You can even have them for breakfast instead of eggs!
    

Nutrition Education Program
Cape Cod Cooperative Extension
Barnstable, Massachusetts 02632
(508) 375-6690
www.capecodextension.org