It is that time of the year where the kids are almost done with school and beginning all their summer activities. Liam is continuing to play soccer and Hannah decided to join him and play in the girls league. We had our “parents meeting” last week and the kids began practice this week.
You would think because they are both playing for the same league they would have practice and games on the same day…that is wishful thinking on my part. We are going to be doing a lot of running around, Liam has practice and games on Mondays and Wednesdays, and Hannah has it on Tuesdays and Thursdays…oh the joys of summer sports leagues.
After this week of constant running around on top of their school work, they are exhausted and so are my husband and I. I quickly figured out that if we don’t want to have fast food every day, I need to rediscover my quick 30 minute recipes; we have one hour set aside for eating. I dug out some of the kids favorite recipes that are easy and can be made in 30 minutes or less.
If you are running around this summer like we are, I am sure you will love these.
You would think because they are both playing for the same league they would have practice and games on the same day…that is wishful thinking on my part. We are going to be doing a lot of running around, Liam has practice and games on Mondays and Wednesdays, and Hannah has it on Tuesdays and Thursdays…oh the joys of summer sports leagues.
After this week of constant running around on top of their school work, they are exhausted and so are my husband and I. I quickly figured out that if we don’t want to have fast food every day, I need to rediscover my quick 30 minute recipes; we have one hour set aside for eating. I dug out some of the kids favorite recipes that are easy and can be made in 30 minutes or less.
If you are running around this summer like we are, I am sure you will love these.
Lime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
Ingredients-• 1 ½ lbs. sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
• 4 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. paprika
• ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1, 14.5 oz. can of black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup frozen yellow corn, thawed and drained
• 3 tbsp. honey
• 3 tbsp. lime juice
• 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
• Tortillas
• Any toppings you would like; we use lettuce, cheese, avocado, and some salsa
Instructions-
• Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Line a baking sheet with foil and spread the sweet potatoes and coat with 3 tbsp. olive oil. Sprinkle the cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper and toss to coat the potatoes. Bake for 12-20 minutes and let cool.
• While the potatoes are baking, heat the 1 tbsp. olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the onion and sauté until caramelized. Turn the heat down to medium-low and add the garlic, black beans, corn, honey, and lime juice. Heat in skillet until everything is warmed. Remove from heat and add the potatoes and cilantro, toss and serve in the tortillas with your toppings of choice. Enjoy your yummy and quick tacos!
I don’t know any kid who doesn’t like a quick and easy Stovetop Mac & Cheese
Stovetop Mac & Cheese
Ingredients-• 8 oz. dry pasta
• 3 tbsp. butter
• 3 tbsp. flour
• 1 ¼ cup fat-free milk, heated
• 1 cup shredded cheese of your choice
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions-
• In a large pot bring water to boil and cook pasta accordingly. As the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and then add flour and whisk into the butter for about 5 minutes. Add ½ cup of the heated milk into the saucepan and continue to whisk thoroughly mixing together. Add the rest of the milk and continue to stir to the constancy of your liking.• Reduce the heat and mix in the cheese and cook until melted and smooth. Pour over cooked noodles and stir together. Add salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!
Caprese Pasta
Ingredients-• ½ cup white onion, diced
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 ½ cup dry pasta
• 1 package grape tomatoes, halved
• 5 fresh basil leaves
• 2 ½ cup water
• ½ tsp. slat
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• 1 ½ cup fresh mozzarella
• 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• Chopped basil to garnish
Instructions-
• In a large skillet sauté the olive oil and onions until soft. Add the pasta, sliced tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, water, salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Bring to boil and cook until pasta is done and water is reduced. Top with the mozzarella and over the pan so the cheese melts. Top with balsamic vinegar and basil. Enjoy!
Go green and stay keen,
Julie
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