We have been learning about choosing foods from the bottom of the pyramid. Here are some hints on what to choose from each food group.
- Choose whole grains like brown rice, oatmeal, and whole grain crackers.
- Choose a rainbow of of fruits and veggies that are fresh, frozen or canned in water or juice.
- Make sure to get 2 cups of fat-free or 1% milk every day.
- Select lean protein foods like beans, peas, and legumes at least 3 times every week.
Recipe: Fishing with Marty Moose
Bait: 2 Tbsp. peanut butter on other nut spread
Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip: 1 cup nonfat plain yogurt, 1 tsp vanilla, 3/4 cup peanut butter. Mix Well.
Poles:Vegetable sticks (celery, carrots, green pepper, cucumber, etc.) and/or apple slices.
Fish: Fish-shaped carackers, pretzels, or different-shapes cereals.
Directions: Dip a pole into the bait and dip the baited end of the pole into the fish. Enjoy your catch!
Food Safety Tip: No double dipping.
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