Pumpkin Pudding

Pumpkin Pudding No cooking required for this tasty pumpkin pudding. Kids can help prepare with supervision.. Average Cost: $3.75 Prep Time: 5 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: ChooseMyPlate.gov Ingredients 1 can pumpkin (15 ounces, or 2 cups cooked mashed squash such as Hubbard) 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice (or 1 teaspoon cinnmamon, 1/2 teaspoon ginger, […]

Carrot-Raisin Salad

Carrot-Raisin Salad This pretty salad is high in Vitamin C, Vitamin A and iron. Average Cost: $5.30 Prep Time: 15 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: theseoldcookbooks.com Ingredients 6 medium carrots 3/4 cup raisins 2 tablespoons plain low fat yogurt (or light mayonnaise) 1 tablespoon no pulp orange juice Directions Wash, peel, and shred carrots. In […]

Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie This delicious blend of milk, yogurt, bananas and peanut butter makes for a filling breakfast on-the-go. Cocoa powder lends a touch of sweet that also hits the spot as an afternoon snack. Average Cost: $5.49 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: n/a Servings: 2 Recipe Source: MyPlate.gov Ingredients 2 bananas (ripe, […]

Green and White Bean Salad

Green and White Bean Salad With its tender beans and tangy dressing, this is the perfect side dish for your picnic! Or, stir in a drained can of tuna and make it a main dish. Average Cost: $1.71 Prep Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: cookingmatters.org Ingredients 2 cups fresh green beans, the stem […]

Tuna Boats

Tuna Boats For a snack or party food, cut cucumbers into thick slices. Do not remove seeds. Place a dollop of tuna mixture on top. Average Cost: $1.86 Prep Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: cookingmatters.org Ingredients 2 large cucumbers 1 lemon 2 green onions 1 (6-ounce) can low-sodium tuna, packed in water 1 […]

Garbanzo Bonanza Salad

Garbanzo Bonanza Salad Garbanzo beans add just the right sturdy texture to pair with the crunchy and juicy ingredients in this salad. Average Cost: $.84 Prep Time: 20 minutes Chill Time: 1 Hour Servings: 4 Recipe Source: ChopChopFamily.org Ingredients 1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed with cold water 1 small cucumber, diced […]