It's Meatless Monday ~ Cabbage

Why is Meatless Monday important?

It is good for your health.
It is good for your wallet.
It is good for the environment.

You can use Meatless Monday as a time to really bring a family together
you can plan around favorite vegetable dishes.
Even showcasing one favorite veggie cooked several completely different
ways.
You can introduce new fruits and vegetables to picky children, in fun ways.
Making Meatless Monday an event can encourage children to eat more vegetables.
but if vegetables cause a ruckus too at mealtime, you an disguise
the healthy substitutes.
(Look back in my archived posts for more Smart Swaps in your diet)
Planning a Meatless Monday over a weekend can encourage preparation of tests
dishes before the big day.
Thusly improving your health by eating more veggies in the long run.



Here is a recipe for one dish that is in season right now

Cabbage Steaks

preheat oven to 400 degrees F

cut a head of cabbage into 1" rounds

season with salt and pepper on both sides

brush with olive oil on both sides

let kids add their favorite herbs (Basil, Rosemary, Oregano, Thyme)

This can be a good time to let them experiment with different fresh herbs
you can allow kids to taste and find their favorites.

cook for about 45 minutes on a baking sheet pan

Serve with a Meatless Burger

Read More Cabbage Nutrition facts here:
http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/cabbage.html




If you try this recipe or have a favorite Cabbage recipe please share photos
and recipes in the comments

Have A Blessed Day,