When you crave a cool, sweet, frozen treat, make this easy yogurt bark. Made with high-protein Greek yogurt, pure maple syrup and fruit, it’s a snack that feels like eating a fun treat from the ice cream truck. On a summer day, these are just what you need to tide you over until dinner or
Pets are a part of the family, and they deserve freshly baked treats, too. These simple peanut butter treats are quick and easy to make. Be sure to check ingredients when cooking for dogs — any food that contains xylitol is toxic to dogs. Total Time: 30 minutes; 15 minutes active Servings: 20 Ingredients 1/2
Kids will have fun making (and eating!) these pretty, delicious fruit flowers. A great snack or picnic project. Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 12 Ingredients: 1 watermelon 1 cantaloupe 1 honeydew melon 1 bunch each green and red grapes Handful of blueberries Equipment needed: Wooden skewers Large and small sized cookie cutters Preparation: Turn the
Dates are so sweet, they can be filled with nutty tahini for a treat — no sugar needed. A drizzle of cinnamon-spiked dark chocolate makes this delicious dessert even better. Total Time: 10 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients 8 large Medjool dates 2 teaspoons tahini 1 ounce semisweet chocolate 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon ground
These easy-to-make snacks are perfect for work, school, the gym, or hiking with friends. The kids will appreciate getting their hands a little ooey-gooey! These convenient no-bake snacks pack a big protein punch into a single bite. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups almond butter 1 banana, peeled and mashed 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed 2 tablespoons whey protein powder
Is there anything you can’t do with a canning jar? They can be used to freeze homemade margarita mix, ferment pickles, organize screws and nails, and store bulk grains. They also make a perfect container for a lunch-on-the-go. Meet your new fresh and healthy friend: salad in a jar. Start with a clean, dry mason
The Co-op is rounding up with the Children’s Weekend Food Program in St. Peter this holiday season. The program is a collaboration between School District #508 and the St. Peter Area Food Shelf. This partnership started during the 2011-2012 school year, and it’s been going strong ever since. Its mission is simple: “provide child-friendly, nutritious,
These chocolate indulgences are surprisingly easy to make. Fun for kids. Ingredients 2 1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 12 ounces) 1 cup toasted almonds, ground 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted 1 cup (6-ounce package) semisweet chocolate chips, melted 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1/4 cup coffee liqueur 1/2 cup toasted almonds,
Brown Bag Lunches can get boring. Kids may trade to get a lunch that they find more fun to eat. For adults, boredom can lead to a trip to the vending machine or convenience store- a difficult place to find healthful choices. It’s time to think outside the bag. Think outside the bag To start
Celebrate the 4th of July with these easy festive snacks! Perfect to make with the kids. Ingredients 1 cup strawberries 1 cup raspberries 1 banana 1 cup blueberries Light cream cheese 3 slices of whole wheat bread Berry jam Preparation Thinly slice 1/2 cup strawberries. Cut all the raspberries in half. Slice the entire banana.
