Healthy Dinner Ideas For Large Families
Healthy Dinner Ideas For Large Families
Creamy Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole
This creamy broccoli and cauliflower casserole is the perfect meal for large families. It is easy to make and packed with flavor. The combination of broccoli, cauliflower, and creamy cheese sauce makes this casserole a great way to get your family to eat their veggies. It is also a great way to stretch a meal, as it is filling and can easily be reheated for leftovers.
Ingredients:
- 2 heads broccoli, chopped into florets
- 2 heads cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli and cauliflower florets. Add the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition:
- Calories: 231 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
- Sodium: 463 mg
- Potassium: 586 mg
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Vitamin A: 709 IU
- Vitamin C: 92 mg
- Calcium: 220 mg
- Iron: 1 mg
Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry
This beef and vegetable stir fry is a great way to get a nutrient-packed meal on the table in no time. The combination of beef, vegetables, and a flavorful sauce makes this dish a definite crowd-pleaser. It is also a great way to utilize leftovers, as it is easily customized to whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Instructions:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, carrots, bell pepper, and peas. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the cooked ground beef back to the skillet. Stir in the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes, or until everything is heated through. Taste and adjust seasonings, if desired.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition:
- Calories: 415 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 83 mg
- Sodium: 678 mg
- Potassium: 745 mg
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Vitamin A: 3675 IU
- Vitamin C: 51 mg
- Calcium: 91 mg
- Iron: 4 mg
Healthy Macaroni and Cheese
This healthy macaroni and cheese is a great way to get your family to eat their veggies without sacrificing flavor. The combination of macaroni, cheese, and vegetables makes this dish a great way to sneak in some extra nutrients. It also reheats well, so it is great for making ahead of time and having leftovers for the next day.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound whole wheat elbow macaroni
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt, to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cauliflower and cook until the macaroni is al dente and the cauliflower is tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, or until lightly golden. Slowly whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer. Whisk in the garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, paprika, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Add the cheese and stir until melted. Taste and adjust seasonings, if desired.
- Add the macaroni and cauliflower to the sauce and stir until evenly coated. Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish