When it’s cold outside, the whole family decides to stay at home and enjoy their favorite meal together. Winter brings the urge of hibernation with it. You may avoid going outside even to enjoy your favorite food. You see nothing but the cozy comforter, there is a drop in the energy levels and all you are searching for is the easiest options.

Well, with all of the laziness, you cannot afford to give your kids fast food all the time. Those snacks and junk food is unhealthy and you cannot compromise when it comes to the health of your kid, even if it is winter. But, there is a problem that keeps bothering you, your kids are too choosy about food. So you must be already looking for the best recopies that make the meals fun. So here are some ideas that work for your children and the whole family.

The Veggie Sausages Rolls

When it comes to filling the hangry tummies, the delicious veggies sausage rolls are the lifesavers. It gives an instant sneak peek to the mealtime. The ingredients you will need includes;

  • 3 tbsp tomato sauce or passata
  • 500 g lean beef mince
  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 zucchini grated, excess moisture removed
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 2 carrots grated
  • 2/3 cup low-fat cheese grated
  • 10 sheets filo pastry

Macaroni and Cheese

When you shout out the name macaroni, your kids will definitely get excited. And what could be more fascinating when they are elevated with cheese? This is something you and your kids can imagine from mac and cheese without having extra calories. It totally bound all the family members. So go grab the following ingredients!

  • 2 cups shredded tasty cheese
  • ½ head of cauliflower
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 1 cup butternut pumpkin
  • 2 cups uncooked macaroni
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 tbsp. corn flour made into a paste with some water
  • 1 cup vegetable stock
  • 2 tbsp. cream cheese
  • 1 cup full cream milk
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced

Breakfast Muffins

Do you think your kid can imagine his life without muffins? I guess all moms will agree with the answer ‘NO.’ Well, the muffins that you usually got from markets are totally filled with white flour and extra amounts of sugar. But the homemade muffins are filled with original ingredients and satisfy the tummies. What do you think about the banana, berry, and yogurt muffins? Here are the ingredients you will require to make the ideal treat!

  • 3/4 cup natural or greek style low-fat yogurt
  • 2 cups buckwheat flour you could also use wholemeal or spelled flour
  • 1/2 tsp natural vanilla essence
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen berries
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • Olive oil or butter for greasing the muffin tins
  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp bicarb soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen berries

Mexican Chicken Nachos

You kids might become tired of seeing the traditional food every day, so it’s time to decorate the table with a tempting Mexican recipe. Even if you are the fussiest, you would love to try this recipe. You can alter the ingredients as per the taste of your family. Or you can add more chili if you want it to be a bit spicy. Grab the following ingredients!

  • 400 g tinned tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 cup natural yogurt
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 red capsicum diced
  • 3/4 cup tasty cheese grated
  • 400 g tinned kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado mashed
  • 2 tbsp reduced salt taco seasoning
  • 1 chicken breast cooked and shredded with a fork
  • 175 g plain corn chips