Toddler-friendly dinners with tofu, zucchini & miso

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Occupation: Grants administrator

Residing in: Chico, CA

Feeding: 3

Notes: Recipes need to be relatively easy and quick and mildly toddler friendly!

Forever ingredients:

• Proteins: Eggs, ground beef, ground sausage, chicken thighs, shrimp, tofu, parmesan, cheddar cheese, miso

• Starches: Brown rice, wide egg noodles, spaghetti, oats, white flour, sugar, sweet potato, panko

• Flavorings: Japanese curry powder, salsa (green/red), canned tomatoes, hazelnuts, currants, sunflower seeds, almond milk, chicken broth, butter, avocado oil, salt

• Produce: Bananas, berries, cabbage (red/green), lettuce, carrots, zucchini, bell pepper, onion, celery, garlic, ginger, lemon