THE MAKINGS OF A MEAL

Being able to follow a recipe is great, but kids also need to learn how to put together a complete nutritious meal. As registered dietitian Carol Harrison explains, it’s as simple as thinking about dividing your plate into three sections.

1

Fill half of your plate with vegetables and/or fruit. Try to eat local most often; it’s fresh, it tastes great and it supports our local farmers and economy.

2

Fill one-quarter of your plate with lean protein, such as fish, beans, beef, tofu, eggs or nuts. Protein is vital to help curb hunger to fuel your body, so don’t skimp here.

3

Fill one-quarter of your plate with grains, choosing whole grains most often. Whole grain pasta, brown rice, barley, bulgur and quinoa are good choices.