Family-Friendly Game-Day Dips

Fall sports season is upon us. Time for family bonding while rooting for a favorite professional or college football team, as well as cheering from the stands at school and club sporting events. Diana K. Rice, RD, of The Kids Cook Monday, shares ideas on how to involve kids in making nutritious, game-day dips and snacks to fuel the fun.

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Family-Friendly Game-Day Dips @DianaKRice RD shares how to involve kids in making #nutritious dips

Pantry Staples to the Rescue

It’s a cruel irony of the fall season that days get shorter just as schedules get busier for many families. How to pack it all in, while also managing to prepare nutritious, delicious dinners in a jiffy? Call on some of our favorite Pantry Heroes to rescue you from weeknight meal dilemmas. From canned tomatoes to canned beans and canned peaches, green beans and tuna, keeping a few simple canned ingredients on hand can make whipping up a quick meal a snap. And check out some of the USDA’s MyPlate, My Wins for Families resources for family - and budget-friendly menus that incorporate some of these pantry staples.

Pressed for time? #Canned food items in your pantry can rescue you from weeknight meal dilemmas!

Recipes of the Month: Game-Day Dips

Convenient, nutritious canned vegetables can make your fall tailgate preparations almost as enjoyable as watching the game. In honor of Fruits & Veggies More Matters Month, check out some of our favorite game-day dips:

• White Bean Tuna Melt Dip
• Chorizo Creamed Corn
• Roasted Garlic Cannellini Spread
• Pineapple Guac
• Hot Chicken Artichoke Dip

Game-day dips don't have to be difficult/unhealthy; check out some of our favorites #healthy #recipes

To learn more about the Canned Food Alliance visit our website at Mealtime.org or contact the CFA’s Communications Manager, Katie Calligaro, at (412) 458-5823 or via email at katie@mealtime.org.
 

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