The food we feed our children is vital to their development. Both their bodies and minds are rapidly developing. When we focus on real food, we are giving our kids the best foundation for growing and learning.

The classic combo of Strawberries & Cream make for the most decademt and fresh smoothie. Made with decadent healthy fats and sweet dates.

Making a large amount of the beef marinade allows for the remaining liquid to be used as a sweet and tangy sauce. While I used bell peppers, carrots, and onions as the vegetables in the ginger beef stir fry, you can use anything you have on hand. I also make this same recipe with broccoli, snap peas, and bok choy.

By combining leafy greens like kale and spinach with pineapple and lemon you get a nutrient-rich juice that’s not too earthy. Even my 2 ½-year-old, Jackson, enjoyed his little mason jar of green juice.

This is the perfect recipe to keep on hand for a quick weekend meal. I love mixing up the veggies so it’s something different every time, too. For this recipe, I chopped up some fresh cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and shiitake mushrooms.