ATTN: It’s Giveaway Time!
Find yourself staring blankly into the fridge every few days, wondering what to make for dinner? Sounds like you are in need of a mealtime makeover and I can totally relate!
My biggest dilemma in the kitchen is getting stuck in a rut. We generally rely on a few great recipes that I know are healthy, that I’ve perfected over time and can cook with my eyes closed. The problem is that we all get bored after a while! Even weekly meal plans get tiresome after a while.
The challenge for our family is finding great new recipes in a pinch that are easy and nutritious. I am happiest eating spinach, nut sauces, noodles or brown rice, sprouts and sauteed veggies. My husband is happiest eating meat and potatoes although he does (thankfully) appreciate a delicious “granola” dinner here and there!
My other dilemma is finding new ways to keep mealtimes interesting for my ever growing picky toddler. Even so called healthy toddler cookbooks are laden with recipes containing foods and sauces that I don’t agree with for little growing bodies, plus I would rather she just eat what I eat and save the time making separate meals. Who has time for that?
I don’t believe nutrition has to be sacrificed for flare and fun so I naturally jumped at the chance to review Feeding the Whole Family: Recipes for Babies, Young Children and Their Parents by Cynthia Lair.
My first impression: Finally, a cookbook that speaks my language! I don’t have to substitute any ingredients, my daughter can enjoy these meals, the recipes are simple, creative and best of all, totally nutritious-using the most wholesome foods available!
Whether you are a seasoned whole foods chef or a family looking to add some wholesome recipes into your routine, this book has you covered. Health enthusiasts will appreciate that Cynthia did not compromise at all using the best options while creating delicious, creative and simple recipes. It is also an informative and encouraging starter cookbook for those learning about healthier food choices.
Parents will appreciate Cynthia’s extensive experience on on raising healthy eaters, setting boundaries and overcoming obstacles like “my child won’t eat vegetables.” The book also includes an introduction into wholesome family eating, suggestions for including baby into mealtimes, starting solids, food allergies & intolerance and expanding the diets of older children – all written from a wholesome perspective.
Did I mention delicious recipes? These recipes instantly caught my eye: Squash and Raisin Stuffed Chicken Breasts, French Lentil and Potato Stew, Orange-Glazed Salmon Kebabs with Yogurt Garlic Dip, Grilled Vegetable Salad with Sweet Poppy Seed Dressing and Lemon Cranberry Scones.
Each recipe has a great suggestion for feeding babies 6 months+ and 10 months+ so that mealtime is something the entire family can enjoy together without the extra fuss of creating a separate meal.
Recipe sections include: Basic Bean and Grain Cookery, Bustling Breakfasts, Lively Lunch Boxes, Soothing Soups, Substantial Suppers, Got Color? (vegetables), Fresh Baked Breads and Muffins, Refreshing Relishes & Convenient Condiments, Simple Sweet Desserts, Daily Drinks and Brews.
I highly recommend Feeding The Whole Family. It will speak your language if you are looking for great recipes with the very best foods that nature has to offer, all served up with fun and flavor for the whole family!
Win yourself a copy of Feeding the Whole Family!
You don’t think I would go on about this delicious book without giving one away, do you?
There are 3 ways to enter. Leave a separate comment for each option you choose to be credited with additional entry credits.
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Contest rules can be found here. Contest open until midnight, Wednesday November 12. Winner will be selected randomly using Random.org and contacted by email so please leave a valid email address. You can also check back here for the winner name.
Good luck! I hope you win.
These are my thoughts on living a healthy and simple life. I'm a modern mom with some traditional ideas. At home, I try to clear the confusion from all the conflicting health and parenting advice with some common sense and a natural philosophy. This is the sanest way I know how to navigate the 21 century.
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Eating healthy means fewer visits to the doctor
Healthy eating gives us many opportunities to spend time together (gardening, shopping, cooking, etc).
Thanks for the chance!
I just subscribed by e-mail
Makes them less hyper
the two of us are pretty healthy and try to eat healthy, so we’re hoping to have a healthy baby. this cookbook would really help us.
Eating healthy makes you healthy!
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Feeding my family healthy foods makes me a super mom…it’s makes me feel better about myself knowing that I am making my family a strong and healthly one. We all operate better on healthy foods.
Eating healthy benefits us most by giving us energy for living an active lifestyle.
AFter I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I was informed that obesity can contribute to this disease. I lost a lot of weightwhile undergoing treatment, and am determined not to regain it. I exercise daily, and am eating better, as does my whole family. My motto – chemo sucks, and I never want to have to do that again!
eating healthy makes you feel better about yourself and gives you better energy
eating better gives you more energy
Healthy eating benefits me and my family the most by helping us maintain our good health.
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We have good constitutions!
Eating Healthy and Wise Everyday Keeps the Doctor Away!!!!!!
Eating healthy makes you healthy! I have cystinuria and my hubby has RA and gout so we need to start eating a lot better!ty 4 the entry!:)
I want my family to be healthy.
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Eating healthy helps us feel better and helps our body run better. It also helps us to be here for our children and promote good eating habits for their future.
Eating healthy keeps your body and brain working their best. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this giveaway!
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