Kids love cheese. Good thing many cheeses provide 200 to 300 milligrams of calcium per ounce. Plus, there are dozens of reduced-fat, low-fat, and fat-free versions of American, cheddar, mozzarella, Swiss, and other cheeses. These kid-friendly, cheese-filled recipes are a pleasant way to spice up your kid's meal any day.
Got a spinach hater in your household? Try this recipe. It uses three types of cheese—fat-free ricotta, shredded Parmesan, and part-skim mozzarella—to help disguise the spinach. It's full of calcium, iron, and vitamins A and C; low in calories (245 per serving); and high in protein (18 grams per serving).
This is a unique twist on the old kids' favorite—pizza! This "layered" pizza features pasta, pasta sauce, sautéed vegetables, and, of course, cheese. Have your kid help prepare the pizza by spreading the pasta sauce on the pizza and adding the veggies and cheese (make sure the veggies are cool to the touch). Mangia!
This recipe makes scrumptious toasted bread cups that are filled with warm scrambled Egg Beaters® and ham, then topped with cheese. The green onions give this meal a strong finish. Pop them in the oven for about 12 minutes and they're ready to eat!
Pizza for breakfast? Sure, when it's this delicious recipe for Egg and Cheese Pizza Wedges. This delicious dish features scrambled eggs with bell pepper, tomato, and crumbled bacon piled high atop a delicious pizza crust. A great source of protein, this breakfast option also boasts just 2 grams of saturated fat per serving.
