Did you know that certain foods can boost your mood while they also help you maintain energy throughout busy days? There are even foods that can help you sleep better at night, like cherries and chamomile tea.

During this time of uncertainty and intense constant change, it is extremely important to REST, RECHARGE, and take care of YOU! This includes getting proper vitamins and nutrients from the foods we eat when we are able to. If we keep our immune system working well with healthy foods, we are less likely to get sick.

While it has been sad to lose the element of “family style” meal time at camp this summer, it has been fun to see our campers bring their own lunches and be able to talk about the foods they bring. On a normal year, we are providing meals and kids are able to serve themselves and share food with others, but this year, we are taking caution due to coronavirus. We miss doing cooking activities with the kids and being able to share meals in a more intimate way.

 

In the meantime, we thought we would share some recipes here that you will be able to use safely at home with your families! Here are some fun, healthy recipes you can do with your kids, that they will love to eat as well!

 

Flatbread pizza — inspired by our Virtual Camp Program this week — https://www.blessthismessplease.com/flatbread-pizzas/. If your child likes mushrooms (or you want to try a gluten free option), we recommend portobello mushroom pizzas: https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a22144243/pizza-portobellos-recipe/

 

Strawberry Sunbutter Bites — https://weelicious.com/strawberry-sunbutter-bites/

 

Mac and Cheese (with hidden veggies!) — https://www.andianne.com/blog/hidden-veggie-mac-and-cheese

 

Frozen Banana Cereal Pops — https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/frozen-banana-cereal-pops/

 

Creative & Colorful Veggie Sandwiches — https://weelicious.com/vegetarian-sandwich-ideas/

 

Pinwheel PB&J: https://www.busylittlechefs.com/easy-pinwheel-sandwiches/

 

Yogurt & Apple Parfaits — https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/apple-yogurt-parfaits/

 

 

Did you make any of these recipes? We’d love to see! Send your photos to marketing@campfireak.org so that we may share them to social media!