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Pat
Grandmother of 10 mokopuna
I am on a tight budget so I don’t buy lots of biscuits or juice.
When the grandchildren come home from school I give them fruit or wholegrain toast with a healthy topping.
I have always grown vegetables and that also helps with the budget.
Eating on the Run
Snacks don’t need to come in packets. Choose homemade healthy foods. They can be tasty, low-cost and easy to prepare.
Baked potatoes make a great snack or addition to any meal. This is a fast, easy way to cook potatoes in the microwave.
This yummy smoothie is an easy and fun-to-make snack.
A fun variation to popcorn. The best snacks are often the ones you prepare yourself. Bought snacks are often more expensive, and can also be high in sugar and fat.
Great as a snack or cold in the lunchbox. We've suggested our favourite fillings, but use your imagination to come up with new, tasty combinations.
Dress up some celery to make a fun snack the kids will love.
A filling breakfast or after-school snack. This microwave version is faster and easier than the stovetop.
A tasty variation on traditional French toast that the kids will love!
If you're by yourself or in a hurry, here's a quick meal idea.
Prepare this popular cafe meal yourself. The best wraps are home-made and can be prepared in a few minutes. Use any combination of your favourite salad ingredients.
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