It’s natural for us, parents, to worry. And when it comes to our child’s appearance, if they look thinner (or heavier) than how we or society “thinks” they should look, we take action! But before you take drastic measures, I hope reading this post will help you to reframe your mindset of “I need to increase or cut back on calories to have my child be a certain size” to one that values nourishing your child both inside and out....

Made with natural ingredients, this homemade mango sorbet is a healthier alternative to store-bought options. It’s dairy-free and has no added sugar, making it suitable for all ages and dietary needs. While mango sorbet is a fantastic choice, don’t stop there! Experiment with other kinds of fruit to keep your taste buds delighted all season long. You’ll love trying this easy strawberry sorbet or a this watermelon sorbet. Ingredients I am highlighting just the ones that need further explanation....

For more comforting sauces, also try our roasted cherry tomato sauce, easy homemade spaghetti sauce, or easy everyday pesto. We use simple methods and simple ingredients to make them, too. We start by adding some olive oil and garlic to a pan, followed by the other sauce ingredients. While it simmers, we use our hands to mix and roll the meatballs. Then we gently add them into the sauce and let it all simmer until the meatballs are cooked through....

We’re all about cozy and healthy vegan meals like our curried vegetable stew and crockpot coconut lentil curry! It’s a simple dish that requires minimal prep time, and most of the cooking time is hands-off. Just chop your vegetables, sauté the onions and carrots until they’re soft, add all the other ingredients, and set your timer. We love making this recipe in a crockpot or Instant Pot because it’s both convenient and allows the stew to slowly simmer....

Try our easy hummus or our baba ganoush for a nutritious snack that’s ready in no time. Here’s everything you need: Chickpeas: we use canned chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans) for this recipe to keep things quick and easy. If you’ve got the time, you can also cook your own dried chickpeas (just be sure they’re cooked until soft). Fresh basil leaves: fresh basil leaves give this hummus its pesto flair....

Start Early! We know that early childhood is a critical time for establishing food preferences and dietary habits. One of the most important things we can do to help encourage our children to develop a liking for certain food(s) is through repeated exposure. Research suggests that offering a disliked food continuously (at least 15 times), will lead to familiarity which will lead to acceptance. And the effects of early familiarization appear to have a lasting effect on consumption (source)....

Studies show that babies are born with innate preferences for sweets so I’m trying to come up with more savory concoctions when it comes to baking that are loaded with vegetables, like this broccoli pizza muffins, pumpkin banana bread, zucchini and kale muffins. If you’re looking for a sweet bread, check out this banana date bread. I like to simply roast and offer beets to the baby, but if you have any experience with baby led weaning, you know that having red juice everywhere (literally) is zero fun....

Serve this dressing over some crunchy greens with some garlic ginger chicken or soy sauce chicken on the side. And if you love this recipe, also check out our sesame orange vinaigrette. The sesame and ginger give it an unmistakably Asian taste and the tahini makes it deliciously creamy. A little rice vinegar, soy sauce (or coco aminos), some garlic, and a little honey or maple syrup to sweeten the deal are all you’ll need to make this recipe....

Also, be sure to try our classic banana bread recipe! It’s not complicated to make, either. It’s a straightforward banana bread recipe but we stir in some tahini to the wet ingredients and top it with black and white sesame seeds. Our favorite way to enjoy it is warm, with a big smear of homemade butter. It makes a comforting snack or quick breakfast on the go. It also tastes great topped with Nutella, nut butter, or a drizzle of honey....

We love the fact that you can use pretty much any combination of vegetables in this stir-fry. We’ve chosen a blend of broccoli, bell pepper, and snap peas today. But don’t let that stop you from adding the vegetables you happen to have on hand. It works just as well with other veggies like zucchini, finely sliced carrots, or even asparagus tips! For our protein, we chose chicken breasts, but you could also make this with chicken thigh meat, pork tenderloin, or even beef if you prefer!...

For another sweet vegan berry treat, make this vegan strawberry ice cream next! This vegan cherry ice cream was born as a solution. I first dreamt it up on a hot summer’s day. I was lucky enough to be gifted a big bag of fresh cherries, so by the afternoon, when my house had turned into an oven, I knew cherry ice cream had to happen – stat!This vegan cherry ice cream hits all the right spots – it’s fruity, refreshing, and bursting with summery vibes....

Explore our other cranberry-infused desserts with this cranberry coffee cake or these delicious white chocolate cranberry cookies. Cranberries: Fresh or frozen, for the tart burst of berry flavor. Sugar: Not a lot, but enough to sweeten things up a little. Water: The jars will cook in a baking dish filled with water. Vanilla extract: For an subtle note of vanilla. Graham cracker cookie crumbs: To make the crumby base. Butter: To help form the crust....

If you love cranberry cookies, make sure to also check out these cranberry coconut macaroons and these snowball keto christmas cookies with cranberries. They’re a deliciously flaky cookie dream. The red and white colors make them a beautiful addition to your holiday cookie tray. But the classic flavor combination means that they’ll be welcome all year round. For more tasty cookies, also try our buttery shortbread cookies! To freeze them raw: simply put the wrapped cookie dough log into your freezer....

The modest sheet pan shines as a dinner-time powerhouse! Make this sheet pan tzatziki chicken dinner next! The sweet and savory Asian-style sauce will have everyone reaching for seconds! Once you’ve made this one time, you’ll be able to whip it up without even looking at the instructions. Sheet pan Asian chicken leftovers pack up really well for the next day’s lunch. Or, you can meal prep this recipe and eat lunch for days!...

Although I don’t solely eat Korean cuisine, it is hands down my go-to, comfort food. As I’ve mentioned before, my mom is a phenomenal cook! Her recipes are out of this world, but being the health conscious freak that I am and an RD in the making, I’m afraid there are some things that need to be tweaked. Good thing she doesn’t read this. She’d be offended, and I’d like to avoid that at all cost!...

We love to serve these thighs with a creamy cucumber salad and some greek lemon potatoes. If you’re short on time but want to serve your family a delicious and nutritious meal, this is the recipe you want to make. With just 5 minutes of prep, you can pop them into the oven and walk away. I have two tricks to making these chicken thighs juicy and flavorful. You can use both of these tricks on any baked bone in chicken thigh recipe you make....

If you’re a fan of BBQ chicken recipes, try our Smoky Gochujang Korean BBQ Chicken or our Grilled Chicken Wings. Both are delicious! How to make the best BBQ sauce for chicken And just like that, you’ll have better BBQ sauce than anything you’ll find in a store. So easy! READ MORE: Baked BBQ Chicken Did you make this? We love to see what you made! Tag @theendlessmeal or hashtag #theendlessmeal!...

If you love homemade ice cream as much as we do, also try our strawberry ice cream and fresh mint ice cream recipes! Chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream This is the chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream that we’ve been making for years. The ice cream is incredibly rich and creamy with a distinct cookie flavor thanks to a generous amount of vanilla. It really is the best ice cream....

Cucumber salad goes great with our baked pork chops or baked chicken thighs. If you love creamy veggie salads, check out our creamy pea salad with bacon! The combination of crunchy cucumber slices with a creamy dressing is classic. We add a generous helping of black pepper, which makes the salad. No sugar. Adding sweetener to cucumber salad (which is an ingredient in many recipes) will make it soggy and weirdly sweet....

Complete your meal with our lemon herb butter roast chicken and some maple glazed carrots! How to make Pommes Duchesse Even though duchess potatoes (or pommes duchesse) looks like a complicated side, it’s actually quite simple. Let me show you how: Duchess potatoes This is the recipe you should make if you want to wow your dinner guests. Whether you invite some friends over this weekend, or are preparing for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, duchess potatoes will be the star of the show....