If you're like me, you end up in the kitchen at the end of your workday and say, "Now, what am I going to make for dinner?" One of the most frequent questions that I am asked as I speak to groups of people is whether The Good Mood Diet works for kids. This month, our culinary expert Karen Friedman-Kester has helped us with both questions.
Karen has created recipes that the whole family will enjoy, and that are perfectly geared for Good Mood eating and the Good Mood lifestyle. They are easy (a high priority in my house), taste great (also high on the priority list) and are full of feel great foods. We've been making turkey panini in my house for over a year. Start with this classic recipe, and then get creative. Let your kids see how many great combinations of ingredients they can find to make delicious, custom-made panini.
Have you ever read the ingredients label on a box of bread crumbs? If you haven't, then you might wonder why Karen suggests that you make your own. First, it's pretty hard to find real whole wheat bread crumbs. But even if you do, you'll be shocked at the long list of chemical ingredients added to the crumbs that are far beyond those that belong in bread. So take Karen's advice and make your own.
The bruschetta are great for adults and kids. In fact, let your kids be the chefs and prepare the bruschetta for your next gathering with guests. It's a great way to get kids involved in the cooking, and out of trouble. The energy bars fall into the same category: great adult or kid food that can be made by the kids.
And if you've never been a turnip fan, the Spring Vegetables will turn you into one.
Enjoy!
Yours in a Good Mood,
Dr. Susan Kleiner