Creamy Spinach and Sausage Pasta

I think comfort-food in this quick and easy one-pot meal.  Substitute chicken sausage for a healthier alternative.  If you chop the spinach into smaller pieces, your family won't even mind that it's there!


http://foodsweet.com/creamy-spinach-and-sausage-pasta/

Pasta E Fagioli

This simple soup has a tomato base and is filled with fresh vegetables and pasta.  The preparation time is pretty quick and easy.

Here is the link for the recipe:
http://comfyinthekitchen.com/2011/07/473/

Veggie Packed Pizza Rolls

A fun alternative to pizza.  I like how they add fresh vegetables to the sauce.  It doesn't take much effort to pack it full of vitamins.  These were a hit, though I will add more sauce next time as it was a little too much bread for me.

Here is the link for the recipe:
http://www.superhealthykids.com/blog-posts/veggie-packed-pizza-rolls.php

Southwestern Quinoa Bites

These were fun to eat with a little BBQ sauce.  I haven't tried the avocado dipping sauce yet.

Here is the link for the recipe:
http://tasty-yummies.com/2014/01/28/southwestern-quinoa-bites-recipe-with-avocado-dipping-sauce-gluten-free-and-vegan/#comment-644499&_a5y_p=1223765

Honey-Lime-Quinoa-Stuffed-Sweet Potatoes

I love having an alternative to a regular baked potato.  Plus, you get all of the health benefits of a sweet potato.  My kids won't try this one, so I just throw a couple of regular baked potatoes in the oven for them when I make this.

http://www.cookingclassy.com/2013/10/honey-lime-quinoa-stuffed-sweet-potatoes/

Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

This is one of my favorite new recipes!  The water chestnuts give a nice little crunch.  I prefer to slice my peppers lengthwise before stuffing them.  It makes them easier to eat and you can put more filling inside.

Here is the link to the recipe:

http://joandsue.blogspot.ca/2013/02/quinoa-stuffed-peppers.html

Quinoa Chili (Vegetarian)

It may not sound very kid friendly, but add a little cheese and they will love it.  My husband didn't even miss the meat!

http://www.cookingclassy.com/2013/07/quinoa-chili/