Sprinkle cinnamon on top of this tasty peach smoothie to make it the perfect fall treat while we’re still experiencing summer temperatures. Gather up these WIC-approved foods to make this refreshing treat.
DELICIOUS PEACHY TREAT
1 cup vanilla yogurt
1 peach, sliced (or 1 cup frozen peaches)
1 banana
1 cup milk
1 cup ice
Cinnamon (optional)
Blend the first five ingredients. Pour into a cup and sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon.
Get ready to impress everyone with your cooking skills with this amazing Thai Pasta Salad! It’s bursting with colors and flavors that will make your taste buds explode. Not only is it super easy to make, but it’s also a great way to use up your WIC-foods in a delicious and nutritious way. Don’t wait any longer, give it a try tonight and surprise your family with a mouthwatering meal!
1 box of whole wheat pasta
1 cup diced red cabbage
1 cup diced cucumber
½ cup shredded carrots
⅓ cup diced green onion
Sauce:
½ cup peanut butter
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp soy sauce
½ cup water
Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, drain and set aside to cool. While the pasta is cooking and cooling, chop your veggies and make the sauce. Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl and whisk together until smooth. Add all of the pasta, veggies, and sauce together in a large bowl and toss together. This recipe makes about 6 servings.
Tired parents, listen up! Get ready to wake up and feel energized with this awesome coffee smoothie. Made with WIC ingredients + coffee, it’s the perfect way to recharge. Plus, it’s a refreshing treat you can enjoy any time of day. Just a heads up though, if you’re expecting or breastfeeding, remember to take it easy on the caffeine.
1 banana
⅓ cup peanut butter
1 cup of coffee, cooled to room temperature (you can use caffeinated or decaffeinated)
¾ cup of milk
1 ½ cups of ice
Blend & Enjoy!
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| 11Music & Movement in LongviewMusic & Movement in LongviewTime: 10:30 am - 11:00 am Children ages 0-5, along with their caregivers, join us for early exposure to music! Have fun singing, dancing, listening to a story, and interacting with our new instruments! This program is held on Mondays at 10:30 AM and will meet in-person at the library. Free to attend. Broughton Branch Library 801 S. MLK Jr. Blvd. Longview, TX 75602 | 12Move & Play Story Time Outside - WacoMove & Play Story Time Outside - WacoTime: 10:30 am - 11:30 am Little people, ages 3-6, need to move and play. This storytime will have books (of course!) but the focus is on being active, making music, and exploring our world. Weather permitting, we will be moving and playing outside in the grassy area behind South Waco Library. South Waco Library 2737 S 18th St, Waco, TX 76706 | 13 | 14Free One-on-One Job Skills Training - WacoFree One-on-One Job Skills Training - WacoTime: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm The Heart of Texas Workforce Solutions will be at the South Waco Library in the South Waco Conference Room from 10 AM - 5 PM to give free specialized help for job seekers. Bring your questions about applications, interviews, and more. Get the help you need to find a job you'll love! South Waco Library 2737 S 18th St, Waco, TX 76706 Family Story Time - WacoFamily Story Time - WacoTime: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Once school and the workday are done, enjoy some time with your favorite people at your favorite place - the library! Everyone will listen to stories, sing songs together, and maybe even play with puppets, so pop in for some fun. South Waco Library 2737 S 18th St, Waco, TX 76706 | 15 | 16Legos at the Longview LibraryLegos at the Longview LibraryTime: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Join Longview Public Library on Saturdays at 11:00 AM in the children's department. Youth services staff will announce a new LEGO build theme for the day. Then it's up to your kids to create something original based on the theme. They have until 1:00 PM to complete their builds. Library staff will judge the submissions and choose a creative champion from three different age brackets to issue a small reward to! Longview Public Library 222 W. Cotton St. Longview, TX 75601 | 17 | |||
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1 cup vanilla yogurt
½ cup strawberries, chopped (fresh or frozen)
½ cup cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen)
½ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
1 banana, peeled
1 cup milk
1 cup ice
Blend & enjoy!
This green smoothie has quickly become a breakfast favorite, as it’s packed with lots of good fats that give you a great start to the day by feeling nourished and energetic.
2 avocados, pitted & peeled
2 bananas, peeled
1 cup vanilla yogurt
1 cup milk
1 ½ cups ice
Blend & enjoy!
Beat the heat with this Strawberry Banana Smoothie from our Summer Smoothie Series! Using all WIC approved ingredients, this smoothie makes a great breakfast or snack that’s sure to cool you down.
1 cup vanilla yogurt
2 bananas
1 ½ cup strawberries
2 handfuls of ice
1 cup milk
Blend & enjoy!
Corn tortillas
Canned black beans (slightly mashed)
Shredded cheddar cheese
Enchilada sauce
Eggs
Fresh or pickled red onion
Cilantro
Fry the corn tortillas in oil on medium high heat and set aside.
Microwave the canned black beans in a microwave safe dish until warm and slightly mash the beans with a fork. Pour enchilada sauce onto pan, then sprinkle shredded cheese and allow to cook for a few minutes. Crack an egg on top of each pile of enchilada sauce and cheese and cook until egg whites are fully cooked. Top with your choice of fresh or pickled red onion and cilantro.
1 cup warm water
1 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (About 12 medium sized limes)
3 cups cold water
1 cup sugar
Combine the warm water and sugar in a pitcher, stir until sugar is dissolved.
Stir in the lime juice, then add the cold water and stir. Chill before serving.
Serve in a glass with ice and garnish with a slice of lime or mint leaves if you want to be fancy!
