Recently I put up a post called, "Really You Should Cook".

I would like to give you a couple of links to you tube with professionals that back up what I said about family meals and the importance of them and eating together.

Again I will mention that meals together lower the risk of your children doing drugs, using alcohol, youth pregnancy and mental health issues. 

Children at all ages should find meals enjoyable.  They should not be scolded and they should think fondly of their meals together as a family.  Establishing this tradition will make a world of difference for the future of your children. 

You will also find a marinara sauce that does not come out of a jar that you can use for pizza or pasta in your home.  Make it ahead of time and have it ready to go for those days when you can't remember if you are coming or going.


Here are the links.


 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE8srXJIo8Q

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_BpPVUbabQ

Italian Sauce for Pizza and Pasta

·       1  can  6 ounce Tomato paste

·       1 can 8 ounce tomato sauce

·       1 teaspoons Italian seasoning

·       1 teaspoons garlic powder or 3 teaspoons crushed garlic

·       ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

·       3/4 cups water

·       1/4 teaspoon salt

·       1/8 teaspoon pepper

 

Bring the sauce to a boil, turn heat down to medium low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

      Spread on pizza or use as a pasta topping.

With love from your FACS teacher,

Jane