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Peter Noanoa
Father of four tamariki
The kids help in the kitchen by cooking simple meals like French Toast, and the oldest one makes some mince-based meals.
The kids also help around the kitchen by peeling, grating, gathering kai and cutting veges.
Tips
Have some easy meals on hand like supermarket pizza base and add healthy toppings and vegetables – healthier, cheaper and tastier than takeaway pizzas.
Involve the kids in shopping, so you get the healthy food they like and you don’t waste your money.
Peter’s favourite recipes
Evening meals
Evening meals can be a challenge after a long day. Check out these low-cost, quick and easy options.
A new twist on an old favourite. Mexican spiced tomatoes are a tasty (but not hot) addition to this pumpkin soup. Makes an easy lunch, light dinner or snack.
A fun change from the usual meatballs and sauce. Stuff tortilla wraps with meatballs and salad for a tasty dinner or serve as bite-sized nibbles with dipping sauces. Tip - to speed up cooking time, cook in the microwave.
These pancakes are bright and colourful - a really tasty way to get your kids to eat silverbeet! They are also a great way to impress friends and family when they come for dinner.
Served hot or cold, this slice is terrific family food! Great for lunch the next day too.
A new twist on an old favourite. Use any combination of veggies that you have on hand - fresh, frozen or canned.
Crockpots (or slow cookers) are great for busy people. With a little preparation in the morning, you can come home to a tasty hot meal. This chicken casserole has plenty of veggies and is perfect for a cold winter night.
Rice is easy once you know how. Make double and freeze half for use another day.
An easy and delicious way to make wedges. Any left-overs make a great after-school snack.
Frozen vegetables are as healthy for you as fresh, and are an easy way to add vegetables to meals like macaroni cheese. This recipe is also a good make-ahead meal.
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