veggie for kids Part 1

lisa had viral fever last week, and her hemoglobin was lower than normal... this is the 3rd test that she did this year and the result was similar... she needs to eat her veggies.. in fact, both joelis need it... but kids are kids.. why is it so difficult to eat veggies?? somehow, i got this in my email today.. and i shall post some of the veggies recipes :) let's share and get our kids to start eating their veggies :)

sources: http://www.circleofmoms.com/article/Week-5-Amanda-Haas-Recipe-00217

doesn't it look yummy? :)

Roasted Broccoli

If you think your children don’t like broccoli, try roasting it! Roasting broccoli at a high temperature brings out all of its sweet flavors, so it tastes completely different than if you normally boil or steam it. If you’d like to add more flavor, you can zest a lemon over the top before roasting, or sprinkle good Parmesan cheese over it when it comes out of the oven.

Ingredients

• 1-1 1/2 lbs broccoli florets, washed, dried & cut in 1" pieces
• extra virgin olive oil
• salt
• freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.

Place the broccoli in a mixing bowl and add a few tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss until all the broccoli florets are generously coated with the oil. Spread out on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until the broccoli is just soft, about 15-20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking. 

Note: For a little added heat for the adults, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes in before roasting.

 p/s: dear hubby... can i have an oven please??? :D :D :D :*