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Parents always want to help other parents in need – whether it is the joyous news of a new baby or the sad news of an illness or death. Most communities have a support network that comes alive when a need arises. Many people first think of bringing a casserole to the family because it is an easy pre-made, portable dish. But if you’ve ever been on the receiving end, although the adults loved the casserole, the kids refused to eat it and once again, chicken tenders were thrown in the oven for them or a quick run to a fast food place was made. In addition, sometimes parents are not necessarily checking with each other as to what already has been brought to the family. It’s hard to believe, but chicken tettrazini twice a week for four weeks can be a bit too much! And, usually, after agreeing to bring a meal, you often spend hours going through cookbooks trying to remember what you brought last time or what meal would be a good idea. This list will provide many ideas for meals that are easily transportable and reheatable as well as being child-friendly. By clicking on the meal that interests you, you will be linked to the recipe at the My Recipe website.



Portable Meals

Remember, when bringing a meal to (1) keep it simple, (2) make it easy to reheat, (3) use disposable dishes, and (4) attempt to keep it child-friendly.

Popular side dishes would be:
- fresh vegetables, cut, cleaned, and ready for the microwave
- frozen vegetables
- tossed salad with salad dressing on the side
- cut up raw vegetables
- cut-up fresh fruit
- fresh bread, rolls or corn muffins

To keep it child-friendly, most parents would advise to omit beans, mushrooms, and onions.

The recipes for these easy, fast meals are from Cooking Light magazine and can be found at www.MyRecipe.com  or by clicking on the links below.

Simply Roasted Pork
Barbecued Beef Sandwich
Classic Beef Pot Roast
Baked Ham with guava glaze
Lemon and Garlic Roast Pork
Asparagus and Ham Casserole

Roasted Chicken
Chicken Nuggets with Mustard Sauce
Chicken and broccoli casserole
Chicken Poppy Casserole

Turkey Tettrazini

Grilled chicken breasts

La Bamba Casserole (Turkey/corn/cheese)

 

Turkey Noodle Soup
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Baked Potato Soup
Beef and Barley Soup

 

Spaghetti with meatballs
Baked Pasta with sausage, tomatoes, and cheese (ziti)
Rotini and Cheese with broccoli and ham
Pasta and Pesto Sauce

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