Going back to school often means hitting the books for ideas to create healthy lunchbox and after-school treats that kids will love. Luckily, the experts at the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) have developed a host of easy tweaks and creative twists that will keep you thinking outside the traditional lunchbox all year long.
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Real California Curried Carrot Soup
1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 cups Real California 1% milk
Zest of 3 limes, removed in large strips with vegetable peeler
4 tablespoons Real California butter
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons white rice
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
California Skinny Sweet Pea Soup
3 cups Real California 1% milk
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup peeled and diced russet potato
6 scallions, whites only, sliced thin
12 large fresh mint leaves
4 cups shelled fresh or frozen sweet peas
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
1/2 cup non-fat Real California sour cream or Greek-style yogurt
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California Cucumber & Yogurt Gazpacho
Serves 6-8
Ingredients:
2 ¼ cups plain real California yogurt
½ cup Crème Fraiche
1 ¼ pound English cucumbers, trimmed, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces.
4 cups washed spinach
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ teaspoons Salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1½ teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons fresh dill
½ teaspoon toasted caraway Seeds
Dill-Cucumber Salad
2 each cucumber, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon salt
Tasteful tips for holiday baking with dairy
Baking for the holidays is a time-honored tradition that conjures up warm memories. Whether you're making Grandma's pumpkin pie or Aunt Sue's special cookie recipe, be sure to keep your pantry and fridge stocked with baking staples.
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