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1 cup of Growing up Milk and boiled egg on toast* with vegetables

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (240ml)

1 boiled egg

1 soft toast*

½ cup of raw vegetables

Eggs are a very good source of high quality protein. More than half the protein of an egg is found in the egg white along with vitamin B2, vitamin D, B6, B12 and minerals such as zinc, iron and copper. Egg yolks are packed with Choline, which helps memory development

*contains wheat

Fresh apple

1/2 an apple cut into slices

Potato cubes sauteed with meat and cilantro

60 gr. cooked minced meat

½ cup cooked diced carrots

8 potato cubes sautéed in cilantro and garlic

1. Add one small tea spoon of vegetable oil to the cooking pan

2. Warm the pan over medium to medium-high heat. Add the minced meat to the center of the pan.

3. Stir the minced meat occasionally to make sure it is browning evenly, then set it aside when it is well cooked.

4. In the meantime, bake the diced carrots and potato cubes in the oven until they are crispy.

5. Rinse the cilantro leaves then discard the stems, and chop the leaves very finely. Lay the leaves on a paper towel for a few minutes to dry the water from them.

6. Finally add everything back to the pot, mix them together and cook for 3-5 minutes on low heat while stirring and you are done!

1 cup of Growing up Milk with 1 small banana

1 cup of Growing up Milk

1 bowl of oatmeal

1 small banana

Oats are loaded with fiber and are good sources of vitamin E, B-vitamins, potassium and zinc which make the body and brain function at full capacity.

Halloumi sandwich with vegetables

1 slice soft toast*

3 slices of grilled halloumi cheese

slices of vegetables (colorful peppers & cucumbers)

*contains wheat

1 cup of Growing up Milk, a bowl of cereal, and a small banana

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200ml)

½ cup Aptamil Cereal

1 small banana

1. Put half a cup of Aptamil cereal into a bowl.

2. Add 1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200ml)

3. Slice 1 small banana into small pieces

4. Add it to the Aptamil cereal bowl

5. Mix and have your little one enjoy!

Raw vegetable sticks

½ cup vegetables such as cucumber, carrot sticks, green peppers, tomatoes etc…

Tomatoes and carrots are a great source of antioxidants that keep brain cells strong and healthy.

Chicken, zucchini and mashed potatoes

60 gr. cooked diced chicken

½ cup cooked zucchini

½ cup mashed potato**

1. Start the potatoes. Cut into bite-sized cubes and place in a pot with water . Bring to a boil, and cook the potatoes for 10-15 minutes until fork tender

2. Using a potato masher or a sturdy spoon, smash the potatoes until creamy( you can add half cup of milk to thin out the potatoes )

3. Add the zucchini with a drizzle of olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook until browned on both sides but still firm on the inside, about 7 minutes. Remove the zucchini to a plate and set aside.

4. Add the diced chicken , cook on both sides until golden and cooked through, about 15 minutes total.

5.to serve, make a bed of the mashed potatoes, then top with some of the zucchini . Add the chicken and serve over the rest of the meal.

**contains milk

Fresh berries

½ cup of fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)

Berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, etc…) are packed in antioxidants. High in vitamins A, B complex, C and E, which help to boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.

Labaneh sandwich with vegetables and 1 cup of Growing up Milk

2 slices soft toast*

1 tbsp. labaneh

Cucumber and tomato sticks

1 cup Growing up Milk (200 ml)

*contains wheat

1 cup of Growing up Milk with Peanut butter sandwich

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200 ml)

1 small bread roll

with 1 tbsp. peanut butter***

Peanuts and peanut butter are a good source of vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that protects nervous membranes and thiamin which helps the brain and nervous system.

***contains nuts

Pear & orange slices

½ pear

½ orange

Baked fish with brown rice and broccoli

60 gr. Baked fish fillet (1 tsp olive oil & 2 tsp lemon dressing)

½ cup brown rice

½ cup of cooked broccoli

1. In a large saucepan add the water and brown rice, and then bring to a boil. Transfer to a greased baking dish. Cover and bake at 375° for 10 minutes.

2. Add the half cup of broccoli, and top with fish fillets.

3. Cover and bake 20-25 minutes longer or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

4. Uncover and sprinkle with 1 tsp of olive oil & 2 tsp of lemon dressing

Fatty fish like salmon are an excellent source of the omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA, both essential for brain growth and function.

Mango cubes & yoghurt

5 mango dices

1 plain Activia yogurt (120ml)

Yoghurt is rich in probiotics which boost immunity and protect the digestive track from harmful microorganisms that can cause intestinal infections. Yoghurt also contains B12, which maintains red blood cells and helps keep the nervous system functioning properly.

Hummus sandwich with vegetables and 1 cup of Growing up Milk

1 soft toast*

1 tbsp. hummus

Small slices of cucumber and tomato

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200 ml)

1. Spread desired amount of hummus over the bread

2. Cut the sandwich into slices

3. Add slices of tomato and cucumber to the plate

*contains wheat

1 cup of Growing up Milk with a bowl of oatmeal and a small banana

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (240 ml)

¾ cup of oatmeal

1 banana

1. Combine oatmeal and Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk in a saucepan

2. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute

3. Remove from heat and let it cool down for 2-5 minutes

4. Mash the banana and add to the oatmeal mixture

Oats are loaded with fiber and are good sources of vitamin E, B-vitamins, potassium and zinc which make the body and brain function at full capacity.

Fresh apple

1/2 an apple cut into slices

Lentil soup with toast

1 cup of lentil

1 slice soft toast*

½ tomato

½ carrot

½ potato

1. Heat oil in a pan and gently fry the chopped onions for 5 minutes.

2. Add the chopped garlic, turmeric and cumin and continue cooking for a few more minutes.

3. Stir in the lentils, tomatoes, carrots, potatoes and 4 cups of water and simmer for 35-40 minutes. Stir regularly during cooking, especially towards the end, to prevent the lentils from sticking to base of pan.

4. Stir in lemon juice and leave to cook for 2-3 minutes more.

5. No blending is necessary unless you want it really smooth.

6. Serve with a slice of toast bread.

Tomatoes and carrots are a great source of antioxidants that keep brain cells strong and healthy.

*contains wheat

1 cup of Growing up Milk and Fresh strawberries

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200 ml)

4 strawberries cut into cubes

Grilled turkey and cream cheese sandwich

½ French baguette*

30 gr. (1 tbsp.) grilled turkey slices

1 lettuce leaf

1 tbsp. of spreadable cheese

1. Spread cream cheese on two slices of the French baguette.

2. Layer turkey slices and lettuce over cream cheese.

*contains wheat

1 cup of Growing up Milk with wholewheat Cheese Manoushe

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200 ml)

1 whole wheat* round small cheese manoushe

Whole grains are packed with nutrients, including protein, fiber, B vitamins, antioxidants, and trace minerals (iron, zinc, copper, and magnesium). The B vitamins in whole grains nourish a healthy nervous system.

*contains wheat

Apple compote

½ cup apple compote**

**contains milk

Pasta with meatballs in tomato sauce

2 meat balls

½ cup of pasta*

¼ cup of tomato sauce

1 tbsp. shredded carrots +1 cup of raw vegetables

1. Place the minced meat into a large bowl and form into 2 meat balls. Store, covered, in the refrigerator until needed.

2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, sauté onions, garlic and carrots in vegetable oil until onion is translucent.

3. Add the meatballs and cook until browned.

4. Stir in tomato paste and simmer for 30 minutes.

5. Serve sauce with cooked pasta.

6. Cut up your child’s favorite vegetables and serve on the side with a tsp of olive oil and lemon juice as dressing.

*contains wheat

Fresh melon

1 cup cubed melon

Rice flakes with 1 cup of Growing up Milk

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk 200 ml

½ cup of rice flakes

1 cup of Growing up Milk and Jam sandwich

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200 ml)

1 slice soft toast

1 tbsp. apricot or strawberry jam

Dates

3 pitted dates

Arayes Kafta

¼ big Arabic loaf*

60 gr. kafta

1 tbsp. hummus dip

1 tomato

½ cup of cooked carrot and broccoli

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

2. In a food processor, combine the onions, garlic, and parsley until finely minced. Place the mixture in a large bowl and add in the beef and tomato.

3. Season with small amount of salt. Mix with your hands until well combined.

4. Arrange the pita quarters on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

5. Fill each quarter by spreading lightly with hummus and adding about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture, flattening it out so the filling is even.

6. Brush each quarter with olive oil on both sides. Bake for 20 minutes, then turn once and continue baking for another 10 minutes.

7. When the pitas are browned and crispy, cool down and serve!

*contains wheat

1 cup of Growing up Milk and fresh watermelon

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200 ml)

1 cup of cubed watermelon

Cheese on toast and tomatoes

1 slice of toast

30 gr.of low salt, pasteurized cheese

4 cherry tomatoes cut in halves

Tomatoes and carrots are a great source of antioxidants that keep brain cells strong and healthy.

Rice flakes with 1 cup of Growing up Milk and dried cranberries

1 cup Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200 ml)

½ cup rice flakes

1 tbsp. dried cranberries

Raspberries with plain yoghurt

5 raspberries

1 plain Activia stirred yoghurt

Yoghurt is rich in probiotics which boost immunity and protect the digestive track from harmful microorganisms that can cause intestinal infections. Yoghurt also contains B12, which maintains red blood cells and helps keep the nervous system functioning properly.

Chicken ratatouille with rice and vegetables

½ cup cooked veggies (zucchini, carrots, eggplant)

½ cup rice

60 gr. cooked diced chicken

1. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet.

2. Season chicken with small amount of salt; add to skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes.

3. Add onion, zucchini, eggplant, and carrots.

4. Continue to cook over medium-high heat for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until fork-tender.

5. Serve over half cup of cooked brown rice.

1 cup of Growing up Milk and kiwi or peach slices

1 cup of Aptamil Junior Growing up Milk (200 ml)

1 Kiwi or 1 medium peach cut into slices

Grilled Cheese Rkakat (cheese rolls) with cucumber slices

4 grilled cheese rolls*(rkakat)

1 cucumber cut into slices

1. Lay out pieces of sandwich bread on a flat surface.

2. Use a rolling pin to flatten. Then, if desired, use a knife to cut the crusts off of each piece of flattened bread.

3. Place a slice of cheese on top of each slice of bread, and then roll up tightly to form a cheese roll.

4. Place the cheese rolls (about 3 at a time) seam-side down in the skillet, and grill on all sides until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted. You can press the rolls down with a spatula to be sure that they do not unfold while cooking.

5. Remove and repeat with the remaining sandwiches. Serve immediately with slices of 1 medium sized cucumber.

*contains wheat