Easy Back to School Meal Options for Families On the Go!

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Today I woke up before the sun and I was actually surprised there wasn’t a parade. It’s my little guy’s 2nd birthday today and I can’t believe he is two. Hence why I keep expecting a parade. You mean the world keeps on spinning? Lol.

He is very proud of that fact and my heart is literally melting when he tells people he’s “two” while holding up a chubby thumb and finger. He is getting SO big! He even has his “meet the teacher” today. Its the sweetest little play based program that allows us moms to rotate helping 2x a week for 2 hours. It’s pretty much the cutest thing ever.

He is so excited to be doing things like his older siblings. So with us in full back to school gear I thought it would be the perfect time to share our two of our favorite recipes for busy mornings: smoothies and protein pancakes. These also happen to be two of the birthday boy’s favorites so we had it for breakfast and I took pictures of my hubby putting it together! So glad he was there to help out! 😉

You might be thinking you’ve made plenty of smoothies but I add a secret ingredient that makes it extra delicious!

Chia Berry Sweet Cream Smoothie

Prep Time: 5min

Cook Time: 0min

Stand Time: 0min

Total Time: 5min

Yield: 4

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
8 Tablespoons chia seeds
4 Tablespoons flax seeds
2 bananas (frozen or fresh)
3 cups frozen mango, peach and strawberry chunks
2 cup fresh spinach leaves
2 1/4 cups coconut milk
3/4 cup Sugar Free Italian Sweet Cream Flavored NESTLÉ® COFFEE-MATE® All-Natural Coffee Creamer

Instructions:

Add liquids first for better blending!

Place: Coconut milk, COFFEE-MATE®, chia seeds, flax, fruit and spinach, blender; cover. Blend until smooth.

Time Management Tip:

One of my tips for busy women is to make smoothie packs! Separate all the ingredients (except the liquids) out and put them in freezer safe plastic bags. Label the date. Store in the freezer and you don’t even need to spend the time measuring!

For more delicious inspiration check out the Nestlé Flavorful Moments Pinterest Board!

Now until September 15, when you purchase any two (2) 30 oz. or larger Stouffers products and at least one (1) refrigerated Tollhouse cookie dough product at a participating Walmart store you can get a $5 Walmart egift card! Check out the dates and complete rules to find out how HERE!!

Step 1 - Purchase products

Step 2 - Take a photo of your receipt, the image must be clear and legible, with the purchase date included and showing the qualified purchase.

Step 3 - Text NESTLEFAMILY to 35350

Step 4 - Once confirming you want to participate by responding ‘YES’, you will be prompted to send the image of your receipt.

You can find the Sweet Cream Flavored NESTLÉ® COFFEE-MATE® in the same section as the milk!

The On the Go Family Dinner Options!

Since we have a crazy hectic day I grabbed a few other items while I was at Walmart to make our family dinner a little easier tonight, while we celebrate my little guy’s birthday. I love how easy these options are to get on the table. I add a few fresh veggies and fruits for sides and wah-lah! Dinner is done! That’s what I call adulting done right!

I used the STOUFFER’S® Grandma’s Chicken & Vegetable Rice Bake and added my amazing garlic broccoli and a simple spinach salad. This is a balanced meal that takes a few minutes of prep time.

Time Management Tip:

I use the time the bake is in the oven to help the kids with homework, do a quick pickup of the house and set the table. Perfect timing

I used the EDY’S® / DREYER’S Maine Blueberry Ice Cream for dessert and topped with fresh blueberries- if you have noticed a blueberry trend you would be right! That’s the little dudes FAVORITE food!

For more delicious inspiration check out the Nestlé Flavorful Moments Pinterest Board!

Step 1 - Purchase products

Step 2 - Take a photo of your receipt, the image must be clear and legible, with the purchase date included and showing the qualified purchase.

Step 3 - Text NESTLEFAMILY to 35350

Step 4 - Once confirming you want to participate by responding ‘YES’, you will be prompted to send the image of your receipt.

With Nestlé, you have a variety of amazing products that are the perfect solution for the busy back to school season. Spend less time in the kitchen and more time at the table!

What are your favorite on the go meal options? I would love to add more to our rotation! Any tips or tricks for back-to-school?

XOXO~ M&D

For more delicious inspiration check out the Nestlé Flavorful Moments Pinterest Board!