At our Treetops childcare centres, we are dedicated to nurturing our tamariki with healthy and positive nutritional habits. We aim to give them the best foundation for a bright future. Our Autumn menu is thoughtfully crafted to complement the cooler weather and seasonal changes. To bring a taste of our preschool-inspired nutrition into your home, here are two delicious recipes for you to try!
chicken mince curry with potato, carrots and capsicum
Ingredients:
* 1 kg chicken mince
* 1 can of coconut milk
* 1 tablespoon curry powder
* 1 tsp chicken stock powder
* 2 carrots, diced
* 1 capsicum, diced
* 3 potatoes, diced
* 1 tsp onion and garlic for sauteeing
Method:
- Saute garlic and onion in a pan
- Add the chicken and let it simmer for one minute
- Add the potatoes, carrots, and capsicum, and simmer until cooked
- Add the curry powder and chicken stock powder and mix.
- Add the coconut milk.
- Let it cook for 15 minutes or until ready.
Did you know, each of our childcare centres in Botany and Pukekohe has their own in-centre cooks with a passion for our tamariki and nutrition. They are renowned for creating one of our tamariki’s all-time favorite meals: mouthwatering Spaghetti Bolognese. It’s a must-have recipe for quick, healthy weeknight dinners the whole family will love!
Spaghetti Bolognese
Ingredients:
* 1 kg spaghetti noodles
* 1 bottle Passata tomato sauce
* 1 kg minced beef
* 1 cup grated carrots
* 1 onion, diced
* 1 tsp garlic, minced
* 1 cup cooking cream
* 1 tsp beef stock powder
* 2 cups grated cheese
Method:
- Saute onion and garlic, then add the minced beef.
- When beef is almost cooked, add the grated carrots and tomato sauce.
- Pour in the cooking cream and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Garnish with cheese.
- Serve and enjoy.
