Healthy and Delicious Bacon Dishes How can you convince picky eaters to try broccoli, asparagus, mushrooms, or fish? Make the dish with a bit of bacon -- the latest kid-food craze. Everything tastes better with bacon.
By Katie Webster from Parents Magazine
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Veggie Bundles 1 of 6 Christopher Testani
Veggie Bundles Since a slice of bacon contains just 42 calories and 3 grams of fat, don't worry about cancelling out the health benefits of the asparagus.
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Creamy Picnic Salad 2 of 6 Christopher Testani
Creamy Picnic Salad If you're worried about added nitrates or nitrites, try "uncured" bacon from brands like Applegate or Hormel Natural Choice.
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Stuffed 'Shrooms 4 of 6 Christopher Testani
Stuffed 'Shrooms These mushrooms are stuffed with bulgur, a whole grain. It makes a great alternative to rice or couscous.
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Crunchy Cod 5 of 6 Christopher Testani
Crunchy Cod If you'd prefer, substitute haddock or tilapia fillet for the cod. You'll get the same flaky, firm texture that stands up well to the crunchy topping.
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Light Corn Chowder 6 of 6 Christopher Testani
Light Corn Chowder Made with low-fat milk, this corn chowder isn't as heavy than its traditional counterpart, but it's just as satisfying.
Originally published in the November 2014 issue of Parents magazine.
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