Recipes by Ingredients

Turkey Cheddar Sliders

Turkey sliders with cheese

Make meat go further

Crush rice cereals and mix with canned fish or ground turkey to add great texture to fish patties and flavorful meatballs. For hearty meats like ground beef, try adding crushed wheat flakes or frosted shredded wheat to add some fiber to meatloaf and a touch of sweetness. For detailed recipes and nutrition information, visit healthybeginnings.com.

Egg and Cheese Tacos

Cheesy Egg Puffs

Cheese and eggs make for a delicious start to the day

Avocado, Rice, and Beans

Sweet Potato Fries

Cripsy baked sweet potato fries

Peanut Snack Mix

Baked Cauliflower Tots

Canned Fish Hacks - Mix, Coat, Swap and Top

Apple, Raspberry and Avocado Purée

Italian Croutons

Frozen Fruit Yogurt

Tangy Cabbage

Eating cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C and manganese. Try this sour spin on this stellar antioxidant.

Tuna Pasta Salad

Pear, Kale and Cucumber Purée

Low-Fat Orange Dressing

Apple and Pumpkin Puree

Strawberry Salsa and Baked Corn Chips

Quick and Easy Croutons

Zesty two minute croutons

Trail Mix

Haitian Style Chicken and Rice

Haitian inspired chicken thighs with brown rice. Add some jalapeno or serrano if you like spicy!

Savory Potato Salad

Orange-Berry Muffins

Roasted Spring Vegetable Medley

Roasted Spring Vegetable Medley with onion, carrot, asparagus, potato and parmesan

Vegetable Stew

Here’s a great new way to use summer vegetables.

Tropical Carrot Salad

Baked Oatmeal

Oatmeal is rich in fiber, which benefits your child's health by reducing risk of constipation and their lifelong risk of heart disease.

Barley Lentil Soup

Microwavable Macaroni and Cheese

Microwavable whole wheat mac and cheese with veggies

Breakfast Burritos

These breakfast burritos are a satisfying start to the day

Peanut Butter Hacks Mix, Coat, Swap and Top

Blueberry Summer Crisp

This Blueberry Summer Crisp is made with fresh summer blueberries, strawberries and a squeeze of lemon all topped with a refined sugar-free crumble and a dollop of whipped coconut cream. A tasty dessert that can be enjoyed by the entire family!

Sweet Baked Plantains

The banana-like fruits are rich in certain vitamins and minerals that contribute to good health. Plantains are available at most large grocery stores and can add new flavors and recipes to your healthy-eating plan.

Baked Tofu Sticks

Apple Crisp

This dessert that will warm you up and make your house smell delicious!

Eggs with Nopales

Homemade Applesauce

Fresh homemade applesauce with cinnamon

Fried Rice

Whole grain fried rice dish with vegetables for extra nutrional kick

Mango, Apple and Avocado puree

Cinnamon Raisin Stuffed Apples

A hearty, cinnamon-flavored stuffing fills these tender, juicy apples. Choose apples that bake well, such as Cortland, Granny Smith, McIntosh, Jonathan, Rome Beauty, Empire, Fuji or Gala.

Tortilla Casserole

Excite your senses by using creative cereal toppings with a Latin flavor

Chopped avocado makes a great cereal topping. Yes, you heard right, avocado! Top corn flakes with a few dollops of plain yogurt, add diced avocado and then finish off with a dash of chili powder or cayenne if you want a little heat. This filling, sweet and savory combination tastes great for any meal. For other combination ideas, recipes, and nutrition information, visit: healthybeginnings.com.

For detailed recipes and nutrition information, visit healthybeginnings.com.

Salmon Patties

Keep a can of salmon and rice cereal on hand and you’ll be ready to make these quick-to-fix salmon patties with a moment’s notice.

A hot, wholesome on the go breakfast in minutes

Bake and freeze a batch of breakfast muffins over the weekend using high fiber cereals like frosted shredded wheat or bran flakes. Every morning, pop a muffin in the microwave for 20 seconds at a time until warm and soft. Then, cut the muffin in half and fill with peanut butter and banana slices, a slice of turkey and cheese, or just a touch of fruit preserves. For detailed recipes and nutrition information, visit healthybeginnings.com.

Breakfast Parfait

Creamy yogurt layered with fruit and granola makes for a satisfying breakfast or snack

Vegetable Salad with Tangy Avocado Dressing

This recipe uses avocado to make a creamy, healthy dressing that tastes great.

Apple Harvest Puree

This apple & pumpkin purée puts a fun twist on the classic flavors of fall

Peanut Butter Smoothie

Black-Eyed Peas and Okra

This dinner will be a great way to switch up your diet and expand your cooking repertoire.

NEW! Baked Tuna Croquettes

This oven-baked version of tuna croquettes contains less fat, but all the flavor and crunch of traditional croquettes.

Warm Lentil Salad

Moroccan Carrot Salad

This sweet salad is packed with vitamin A, which keep your eyes healthy.

Crunchy French Toast Sandwiches

Breakfast Scramble

This easy quick and nutritious breakfast will become a staple in your household.

Spring Spread

Kids will love this spread – let them do some of the measuring, chopping and mixing!

Berry Blast Overnight Wheats

Frozen Fruit Pops

Three ingredients make these refreshing frozen treats

Swiss Chard and Lentil Soup

According to the "World's Healthiest", Swiss chard is one of the most nutritious vegetables around and ranks second only to spinach in total nutrient-richness.

Banana Berry Smoothie

Crunchy Topped Chili-Mac Skillet

Skillet Corn Chowder

P, B and J Dip

Fruit Yogurt Dip

Dip your favorite fruits in this tasty yogurt and honey blend for a healthy snack or breakfast.

Trail Mix

Throw a small baggie of this trail mix into your bag before you leave the house so you'll have something healthy to snack on during the day.

Flavor without frying

It's easy, mixed crushed corn flakes with your favorite seasoning. Then, dip chicken or fish in lightly beaten egg whites and roll in the cereal coating. Bake until cooked through and crisp. Enjoy! For detailed recipes and nutrition information, visit healthybeginnings.com.

Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Banana Ice Cream

Creamy goodness without the guilt

Perfect Roast Chicken

This yummy bird is easy to cook and is packed full of protein to help feed your children's growing muscles.

Juice Hacks - Mix, Coat, Swap and Top

Quick and Easy French Toast

Use rice flake cereal to create easy french toast topped with fresh banana and strawberry

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Cinnamon Apple Overnight Wheats

Black Bean and Corn Pitas

Easy Peanut Noodles

Take-out style made easy. Just go shopping in your pantry and dinner is done!

Apple, Kiwi and Spinach Purée

Stir It Up

Amazing flavor combinations with WIC cereals and imaginative stir in ideas

Rice Pilaf with Salmon

Individual Peach Crisps

Celebrate fresh peach season with these quick-and-easy individual desserts. Or, for a change of pace, serve them for breakfast.

Pasta Salad

Light Italian dressing gives this colorful, veggie stocked salad some zest

Peanutty African Stew

Chicken Soup

A soothing and flavorful chicken soup filled with veggies and whole grains.

Tuna Boats

Using cucumbers instead of bread or crackers makes this meal refreshing and a great choice for warmer months.

Baked Chicken with Vegetables

This one dish meal contains a cup of vegetables in every serving.

Pear Kale and Cucumber Puree

Peanut Butter Cheesecake Dippers

Brown Rice Porridge

Switch it up and give this healthy morning porridge a try!

Guava, Pear and Strawberry Puree

Tofu Scramble

Tropical Overnight Wheats

Dirty Rice and Blackeye Peas

Cajun inspired rice and sausage cassarole

Brown Rice Bowls - 1 Box for 3 Meals!

Use one box of brown rice to create 3 different meals

Sweet Cinnamon O’s Bars

Use up extra cereal and make your own O’s bars. With both peanut butter and honey, they make a quick and tasty homemade breakfast or snack.

Chipotle Potato Stuffed Poblanos

This recipe is great for a festive breakfast, dinner, or a family gathering.

Black Bean Brownies

Kale Chips

Kale chips are a healthy and satisfying snack.

Tex-Mex Black Bean Dip

How can you go wrong with cheese, tomatoes, and beans (and much more!) baked until perfectly melted? Serve over rice or as a yummy dip.

Bean and Rice Burritos

Vegetarian burritos with zesty salsa

Three Sisters Salad

The "three sisters" are corn, beans, and squash (like zucchini). Native Americans planted them together in the garden because they help each other grow. The "three sisters" also work together to give your body a nutritious meal.

Pear and Cranberry Crisp

Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

Cinnamon-Sweet Potato Dip

Three Sisters Salad

Apple Enchiladas

Beans Three Ways

Use one pound of dried beans and make zesty black bean salsa, black bean stew, and black bean brownies

Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

Lentils have a high nutritional value that anyone can benefit from by incorporating this healthy legume into their diet.

Banana Bread Puree

A warm, spice filled purée for baby that tastes just like the real thing–fresh banana bread! This scrumptious purée is full of potassium, fiber and essential vitamins for your baby.

Salmon Salad Mix

Quick Bean Chili

This 20-minute recipe has tons of flavor and is perfect on a cold day!

Crunchy Banana Yogurt

This great breakfast/snack recipe is kid-friendly. Have them help you squish the bananas and crunch the granola, add yogurt, and you’re done!

Mix and match for the nutrition you want and the taste you love

Love corn flakes and looking to add more fiber to your diet? Mix corn flakes and bran wheat flakes to get the right balance of flavor and nutrition you're looking for

For detailed recipes and nutrition information, visit healthybeginnings.com.

Rice and Tuna Casserole

Tortilla Soup

This soup tastes just as good or better the next day. It’s a perfect, make-ahead recipe.

African Peanut Soup

Peanuts make this satisfying soup protein-packed

Cheesy Broccoli Bake

Banana, Blueberry and Green Bean Purée

Zucchini Ribbons

Who knew zucchini could be so fun? Your kids are sure to ask for more of these “ribbons” seasoned lightly with garlic and oregano.

Delicious low cost croutons

Toss a cup of corn or rice flakes with a small amount of oil and a few dashes of seasoning. Try Italian seasonings with a garden salad. For something with a southwest kick, try a blend of oregano, chili powder, and cumin. For detailed recipes and nutrition information, visit healthybeginnings.com.

Bean and Lentil Hacks Mix, Coat, Swap and Top

Microwave Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Bowls

Fast and easy Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Bowls

Cinnamon Apple Crisp

A healthier take on an all-time seasonal favorite! With a hearty dose of oats for a crunchy topping, this is a delicious treat.

Zucchini Pizza Boats

French Toast

Simple French toast made with whole wheat bread

Apple Spiced Baked Oatmeal

Roasted Green Beans

NEW!! Fruit and Cereal Smoothie

Fruit, cereal and milk all blended into one delicious smoothie.

Sweet Corn and Green Bean Puree

3-Bean Veggie Tacos

This 20-minute meal makes 10 tacos and will have your whole family wanting more!

Corn Chowder with Parmesan Croutons

Parmesan Meatballs

Low-fat meatballs made with turkey and rice flake cereal

Banana, Orange and Pineapple Purée

Banana, Orange & Pineapple Puree

Peas, Green Beans and Asparagus puree

Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

Guilt-free Alfredo with the same delicious flavor as a full-fat version!

Veggie topped baked potato

Give your baked potato some pizzazz and top it with cheddar cheese and broccoli.

Arcadia Eggplant

Eggplants are packed with vitamins, low in calories and potent energy sources. Once you realize how beneficial eggplants are to your family's health, you will want to make them a steady addition to your diet.

Encourage digestive health with the foods you love

Thicken hearty stews or chili with a cup or two of crushed bran flakes or frosted shredded wheat into the slow cooker or pan. For detailed recipes and nutrition information, visit healthybeginnings.com.

Half-Veggie Burgers

Beets, Pear & Pomegranate Puree

Strawberry Dark Chocolate Pudding Parfaits

Lentil Soup

Lentils are high in protein and more delicate tasting than beans. Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Baked Zucchini Sticks

Baked Broccoli Tots

Crispy cheesy snacks loaded with the goodness of broccoli

Cranberry Peachy Pops

Homemade popsicles made with yogurt, cranberry juice, and peaches. Get creative and substitute your favorite seasonal fruits.

Cinnamon-Orange Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Fresh and healthy sweet potatoes with a flavorful glaze

Raw Zucchini Ribbons with Parmesan

Try this spin on pasta and use zucchini ribbions instead.

Sweet Corn Soup

Corn soup with bell pepper and potato

Veggie Frittata

Try serving eggs for dinner! With vegetables, potatoes, and cheese, this one-pan meal is sure to make cooking easier for you tonight.

Lentil Taco Filling

NEW! Horchata Smoothie

We streamlined the process of making horchata—instead of soaking rice, we added rice cereal to this easy, cinnamon-flavored smoothie.

Potato Fritatta

Berry Topped French Toast

Vegetable and Tofu Stir-Fry

This stir-fry is colorful, flavorful and loaded with nutrients. Tofu is a great alternative protein that is a great source of calcium and vitamin E.

White Bean Veggie Dip

Protein packed dip for veggies or use as a spread

NEW! Black Bean Brownies with Peanut Butter

Frittata

Make this on a Sunday so you can heat up leftovers for an easy breakfast throughout the week.

Crunchy Fish Fillets

Serve these crunchy, oven-baked fish fillets with citrus wedges, salsa or your favorite tartar sauce.

Veggie Skillet Eggs

NEW! Salmon Quiche

This quiche is wonderful for a weekend brunch or a family dinner. Just add a tossed salad and crusty whole grain rolls for a complete meal.

NEW! Carrot Cake Frosted Wheat Bowl

Can’t get enough carrot cake? Then this breakfast bowl is for you. It combines the traditional flavors in a cereal and yogurt bowl.

Banana Chocolate Pudding

Creamy banana and chocolate pudding. Try it with peanut butter, butterscotch, or caramel flavors as well!

Meaty Stuffed Potatoes

These stuffed potatoes are hearty enough for a main course.

Veggie Quesadillas with Cilantro Yogurt Dip

Cheesy Tomato Soup

A delicious hearty tomato-based soup filled with yummy goodness like garlic, basil, and shredded cheese.

Tuna Melt

Open face tuna sandwiches with melted cheese topping

Caribbean Casserole

This tropical-inspired dish is gently spiced for a rich flavor.

Zucchini Carrot Muffins

Flavorful muffins made with zucchini, carrots and banana

Sweet or savory toppings in a snap

Use crushed corn flakes or crispy rice mixed with a touch of Parmesan cheese to top off casseroles instead of bread crumbs. Toss crushed frosted shredded wheat with cinnamon and a touch of brown sugar to top off baked apples, peaches, or other warm, yummy treats.

For detailed recipes and nutrition information, visit healthybeginnings.com.

Tuna Veggie Melt

Strawberry Banana Overnight Oats

Oatmeal with strawberries, bananas, yogurt and cinnamon

One-Mug Omelette

Fruit Filled Baskets

Bruschetta

Easy to make Bruschetta recipe with tomato and basil.

Summer Squash Pasta Salad

Impress your family and friends with this simple, homemade pasta salad recipe.

Tuna / Salmon Burgers

Fishing for a fast, nutritious meal for your family? The American Heart Association recommends eating fish at least twice a week because it's a good source of protein and low in saturated fat.

Lentil Confetti Salad

Cream of Broccoli Soup

Easy and hearty soup loaded with veggies

Crispy Peanut Chicken Wings

A quick cheat that makes great French toast crispy on the outside and soft on the inside

When making French toast, add the simple step of coating the slices in crushed corn flakes after you’ve dipped them in your egg mixture. Quickly transfer to your pan to cook until crisp and crunchy on the outside.

For detailed recipes and nutrition information, visit healthybeginnings.com.