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dinner for kids

Dinner for Kids: 5 Cheesy Pasta Hacks They’ll Love


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and nutritious dinner recipe for kids that they will love.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup of cooked pasta
  • 1 cup of marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup of shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup of diced vegetables (carrots, peas)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the diced vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the marinara sauce and cooked pasta.
  5. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with shredded cheese.

Notes

  • You can use any pasta shape your kids prefer.
  • Feel free to add protein like chicken or beans.
  • Adjust seasoning to suit your child’s taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: dinner for kids, easy dinner, kid-friendly recipe