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Simple, nutritious recipes for kids?

I need some recipes that can be prepared by kids (5-8 years old). I am putting together a recipe book for a nutrition class and need some help. Keep in mind the recipes will be made by the kids.

Ants on A log

Ingredient(s):
Celery Sticks
Peanut butter (Preferably creamy)
Raisons

Smear peanut butter in small (I don’t know what to call it… Dip? Slant?) in the peanut butter, Then put the raisons so it looks like ants and it is healthy!

Applesauce! * I love it

Ingredient(s):
Two Red Apples
Two teaspoons of sugar (brown sugar will work also)
A couple of teaspoons of lemon and cinnamon

It has to be made with and adult depending on the age… but i think it will be okay! Remember: Slice the apple and throw out the core.

Mashed Potatoes (I read they are healthy, I don’t know)

Ingredient(s):
5(+) Potatoes
A Potatoes Slicer (needs to be done by an adult)
Butter

Peal potatoes, add some butter (according to liking) Cheese some like. and add a little bit of milk. Mix. Add food coloring to make it look more thematic.

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