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Healthy breakfast banana split

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Healthy breakfast banana split: a fun way to start the day

This hearty Instant Pot chicken and rice has become a staple in our house on busy weeknights when I need a no-fuss dinner that can keep up with the appetites of three growing boys. It's a simple, one-pot meal that everyone loves!

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Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Dinner

These healthy apple oatmeal muffins are the perfect fall breakfast recipe or after-school snack. Grab your kiddos, and whip up a batch in the kitchen today!

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Healthy Apple Oatmeal Muffins

This handy homemade pancake mix is a quick-to-make pantry staple...perfect for busy moms who want a simple way to get a hot breakfast on the table in under ten minutes.

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Healthy Homemade Pancake Mix

This soothing chicken noodle soup is a must-try recipe. Beyond being the ultimate comfort food, it boasts a few powerhouse ingredients that will give your immune system a boost to beat the wintertime germs.

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Flu Fighter Chicken Noodle Soup (+ a secret-ingredient!)

These sneaky little chocolate almond date balls are a delicious healthy snack disguised as dessert. They have absolutely NO added sugar, so you can feel good about saying yes when your kids ask for "just one more."

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Chocolate almond date balls…a delectably healthy snack

Need some new ideas for after school snacks? These homemade granola bars will get two thumbs up from the kids for taste, and they're full of healthy, protein-rich ingredients with just enough chocolate to sweeten the deal.

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Homemade peanut butter chocolate granola bars

After school snacks are essential at our house. This quick and easy, protein-rich banana sushi is a favorite healthy snack your little monkeys will love!

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Banana Sushi (a fun & healthy snack for kids)

Hot summer days need quick and easy meals that still pack a flavorful punch. This 20-minute Asian grilled chicken salad is perfect for those hot weeknights when you don't want to turn on the stove.

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Kid-friendly Asian Grilled Chicken Salad {easy 20 minute meal}

These healthy banana pancakes are a perfect breakfast recipe to use up brown bananas that have been hanging around on your counter for too long.

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Perfect Banana Pancakes

You don't have to sacrifice your favorite dessert to cut down on sugar intake. Try these seven easy-to-swallow ideas for reducing sugar in your family's diet without throwing out the ice cream.

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Easy tips for reducing sugar in your family’s diet

Want a healthy and delicious snack for the whole family to enjoy? Make a big batch of these easy banana chocolate chip muffins, pop the extras in the freezer, and you'll be ready when your little hungry hippos come nosing around.

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Kid-sized food: Healthy banana chocolate chip muffins