Nutrition Month may be over but we are always thinking of how to incorporate new ideas into our daily routines. Looking back at March we thought we would highlight some of the great ideas we came across! This year’s theme was ‘Eating 9 to 5’ and was geared towards helping Canadians eat healthier while at work or school.
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What you need: 1 cup basmati or long grain rice ½ cup small yellow lentils 1 potato, diced 1 carrot, diced 1 cup chopped cauliflower 1 cup peas 1 tsp. salt 1 ½ tbsp. non-hydrogenated margarine How to: Wash rice and lentils together a few times until the water is clear. Soak for at least an hour or overnight. Wash rice and lentil mixture one more time and place in a large pot to boil with three or four cups of water. Once the mixture boils, add vegetables and salt. Lower heat to medium and cook for about 25 minutes, until soft. Add more water if needed. Remove from heat and add margarine. Serves four to six children. *Reference: LEAP Food Flair, Legacies Now, p. 167.
