WHAT'S FOR DINNER: Something light for tonight, quick recipes, invitation to Open Farms, and eat with your family more often
This week on What’s For Dinner? we picked a lovely beef quesadilla and other quick and light recipes for hot summer nights. We also share an invitation to Open Farms day and reasons why you should have dinner with your family more often.
Eat something light tonight
If you don't want to spend hours in the kitchen and you love your meat and veges, this is the perfect recipe for you. Enjoy the taste of Mexico in your own home and spice up your everyday cooking! You can play with the flavours and try different kinds of bread to eat with the meat balls. Click here for our Beef quesadillas recipe.
Cooking tips: Add long, thin slices of chargrilled zucchini or red and yellow capsicum.
Tasty meals in under 30 minutes
Summer is keeping most of us busy with so many things to experience and work to be done. We know at this time of year, time is precious on the weekend. These recipes are perfect for when you want to get in and out of the kitchen quickly without compromising on taste and good nutrition. Click here for recipes in under 30 minutes.
Where does your family's food come from?
Visit a local farm on Open Farms day on March 1 and let's find out. Farmers are inviting you and your whanau to see where it all starts, reconnect with the land and try a little farming yourself. Visit the Open Farms website to find a farm near you. Click here for the Open Farms day video.
Why eating together is healthier for families
Today’s busy lifestyle can make eating together as a family a challenge. In fact, research reveals that fewer than half of New Zealand children are eating with their family every night. Our nutritionist Regina Wypych looks at why eating together is so important for our health and wellbeing. Click here for the article.