Yummy Kiddie Menus 40

If you have or ever been around young energetic toddlers you can attest to their frequent need to snack. But these little people are too busy to wait around for a yummy buffet to be prepared. Thus the importance of making quick meals that nourishes them as they return to their much needed play. Soup is one great food that is easy and fast to prepare. It is also a kid’s favourite because they get to sip it with a spoon or dip bread in it which makes eating a fun affair.

In making soup, all one needs is to invest in healthy ingredients and spices. It is vital to prepare adequately to ensure that everything needed is ready before hand which cuts on time. The great thing about soup is that one can use left over’s to enhance the soup. Ultimately ensure you use natural ingredients like garlic which aid in boosting kids’ immunity. If you choose to use spices sold in the grocery store, ensure you use them sparingly as they are loaded with sodium. Spices enrich everyday meals making them tastier and attractive for the little ones.

Leek and potato soup
Ingredients
• 1 teaspoon olive oil,
• 1 clove garlic-crushed,
• ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves,
• 1 small leek-sliced thinly,
• 1 medium potato-chopped coarsely,
• 2 cups vegetable stock,
• ½ green onion-sliced thinly.
Preparation
1. Heat oil in a saucepan, cook garlic, thyme and leek, stirring, about three minutes or until leek softens.
2. Add potato and stock, bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, simmer, cover for about 15 minutes or until potato is tender.
4. Blend or process leek mixture until smooth.
5. Reheat soup, serve topped with onion.

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