Crunchy Green Beans

Crunchy Green Beans

Ingredients:
6 seRvings 1. Steam the beans in a double boiler until tender, about
10 minutes.
3 cups fresh string beans, trimmed

Directions:
2. Meanwhile, add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil to a large
3 tablespoons extra-virgin
skillet and brown the crushed corn flakes over medium-
olive oil, divided
low heat. Transfer the corn flakes to a small bowl and
1 cup corn flakes, crushed
set aside.
Kosher salt and ground
3. Add the steamed green beans, salt, pepper, and
black pepper, to taste
remaining olive oil to the same skillet. Sauté over
medium-high heat for about 3–4 minutes, until heated
through.
4. Transfer the beans to a bowl with a slotted spoon.
5. Top the green beans with the corn flakes (or mix
together if desired) and serve.
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Grilled Cheese Squares
This is a traditional favorite among many children. Serve it with Too Good Tomato Soup and Chunky Cherry
Applesauce (see the recipes in this chapter) for a balanced meal.
4 seRvings 1. Generously butter one side of both slices of bread. Cut
off the crusts with a knife.
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2. Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Place a slice of
2 slices whole-wheat bread
bread butter-side-down on the skillet. Top with the
2 slices mild cheddar cheese
cheese. Place the other slice of bread butter-side-up on
top of the cheese. Cook for 1–2 minutes, or until golden
brown on the bottom. Use a spatula to flip the sand-
wich, and cook the other side for 1–2 minutes, or until
golden brown.
3. Remove from heat and let stand for about 2 minutes.
Cut the sandwich into 4 squares. Let cool slightly before
serving. Serve warm.
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My First Fruit Salad with Yogurt Sauce
For best results, use super ripe cantaloupe. It’s softer, so easier for young children to chew. This fruit combina-