At The Creative Kitchen, we love nothing more than a food that is delicious, convenient, versatile and most importantly, good for your entire family! Vapza 7 Grains is already cooked and can be used in a wide variety of dishes, which makes it perfect for families who are looking to get a boost of nutrients from more meals throughout the week. This medley of nutrient-dense grains is thoughtfully grown in Brazil, steam cooked, and vacuum sealed in BPA-free plastic bag. This blend contains whole grain rice, red rice, white quinoa, black quinoa, red quinoa, flaxseed, and chia seeds. Vapza created this product with the busy, health-conscious parent in mind. Flaxseed and chia seeds can lower blood sugar levels and risk of heart disease. They’re both superfoods, and provide fiber, iron, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids (which are linked to even more health benefits such as improving eye health and risk factors for heart disease, fighting inflammation, and more!).

From the Mouth of a Kid:

“Burrito bowls are my favorite and we used this instead of rice. It was really yummy!”

From the Eyes of a Parent:

“Vapza 7 Grains appeases my rice-loving children with the whole grain and red rice while the other grains like quinoa, flaxseed, and chia provide protein, healthy omega-3s, and fiber. Squeezing those nutrients in can be tough, but products like this make it so much easier. Also, the fact that it’s ready-to-eat makes dinner time less stressful!”

Flavorful Features:

Vazpa has a variety of steam cooked options for your next meal!

• Pinto Beans
• Black Beans
• Quinoa Mix
• Brown Rice

The Icing on the Cake:

Rice and quinoa can be easily under cooked or overcooked, but Vapza 7 Grains takes out the guess work! Because this product is already steam cooked, it can be used in pinch without the worry. Substitute Vapza 7 Grains for rice in a quick stir fry or your favorite burrito bowl. And, Vapza 7 Grains is not only organic, but also vegan and kosher.

Time to Eat?!

Vazpa 7 Grains is the perfect addition to lunch or dinner!

Mix it Up!

Vapza 7 Grains can be served hot or cold. Try tossing this 7 grains mix on a salad instead of croutons. It’s a great way to sneak in extra plant protein and healthy omegas!

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The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Rice cakes may not come to mind when you think of sweet treats, but Lundberg Sweet Dreams Whole Grain Rice Cakes are about to change that impression! These organic rice cakes are covered in decadent dark chocolate – sort of like a deconstructed puffed rice candy bar, but with a fraction of the sugar and calories. With the perfect balance of rich chocolate and crunchy whole grains, these rice cakes will bring your family sweet dreams any time of day!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

I love this big, round candy bar!

From the Eyes of a Parent: 

My kids love the taste of these chocolaty treats, and I love that they’re made with healthful whole grains and organic ingredients. With only 2g of sugar per rice cake, Lundberg Sweet Dreams Rice Cakes are a great alternative to super-sweet cookies or candy bars.

Flavorful Features:

Not a fan of dark chocolate? Lundberg makes a milk chocolate version, too!

The Icing on the Cake:

Lundberg Sweet Dreams Rice Cakes are non-GMO, gluten-free, and fair-trade certified.

Time to Eat?!

Lundberg Sweet Dreams Rice Cakes make a perfect dessert when you’re craving chocolate! Pack one in your kids’ lunch box on Fridays for a special treat.

Good to Go?

These individually wrapped rice cakes are easy to grab and eat on the go.

Mix it Up!

Try dunking them in a glass of your favorite nut milk, or add tasty toppings like nut butter, jelly, or sliced bananas.

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Looking for a typical light and crispy rice cake? Lundberg Family Farms’ Organic Kettle Corn Rice Cakes are not the typical kind. We love these dense and delicious rice cakes because they’re packed with rice and have a sweet and fun flavor that everyone can enjoy!

From the Mouth of a Kid:

They’re super crunchy and even taste like popcorn!

From the Eyes of a Parent:

These rice cakes are a simple and easy treat for my kids. I can keep them around the house for easy snacking without worrying about a lot of sodium or calories. Since they are made with brown rice and are dense, one 80-calorie cake tends to be filling for my little one (and two are great for my older ones!) Since Lundberg Family Farms Organic Kettle Corn Rice Cakes are denser, they contain twice the flavor, value, whole grains, and nutrition.

Flavorful Features:

Each 8.5-oz “heavy little bag” of cakes come in a wide variety of flavors including:

• Sweet Chili
• Sesame Tamari
• Mochi
• Koku Seaweed
• Flax with Tamari
• Hemp-a-licious
• Wild Rice
• Cinnamon Toast
• Caramel Corn
• Salt Free Brown Rice
• Lighlty Salted Brown Rice
• 5 Eco-Farmed flavors (Brown Rice, Honey Nut, Buttery Caramel, Salt Free Brown Rice, and Apple Cinnamon)

The Icing on the Cake:

Made with both organic and non-GMO verified ingredients, these rice cakes are not only good for you, but are made from good stuff, too. Plus, they are gluten free, soy free, Kosher, and vegan.

Good to Go?

Yes! Just pack them in a baggie and they are ready for travel.

Time to Eat?!

Send a few to school with your kids for a crunchy snack with lunch. Or, serve them as an after-school snack with sliced fruit.

Mix it Up!

Spread some peanut butter onto a rice cake for a great snack that packs nutrition and protein all in one punch.

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner. Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children. She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.

Looking for a quick and delicious spin on the most common of pantry staples? This simple rice salad recipe provides a subtle sweetness from the raisins, while also packing each bite with a rainbow of nutrients. A touch of honey in the dressing gives this dish an unexpected flavor without being overpowering (or too sugar laden for the kids). A pinch of ginger and cinnamon allows for a complexity not often found in a basic rice dish that will appeal to kids and adults alike!

What Matters to Busy Caregivers?

This dish allows the entire family to get involved:

While the rice is cooking, have children safely peel and grate the carrots, dice the peppers, and drain and rinse the beans (supervision needed, of course).

Reinforce math skills by having children measure the wet and dry ingredients.

Have kids help make the dressing by squeezing the limes and whisking the ingredients.

For cheese lovers: Toss in 3/4 cup of shredded cheese.

Yields 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients:

Rice Salad

1 1/2 cups brown rice

2 carrots, peeled and grated

1/2 bell pepper, diced

1 (15.5 ounce) can red kidney, lime, or pink beans; drained and rinsed

1/2 cup raisins

1 cup frozen or shelled edamame, defrosted

Salt and pepper to taste

Dressing

1/3 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon lime juice

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon dried mint, or to taste

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the rice according to the package directions. Allow to cool.

2. Place the edamame in a large bowl. Add the carrots, bell peppers, beans, and raisins.

3. Add salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

4. In a separate small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients and whisk.

5. Pour the dressing over the rice and other ingredients, and gently stir.

6. Chill and serve.

The Creative Kitchen™, LLC, teaches children about food and how to cook in a fun, safe, and educational manner.  Targeting families with children ages two to teen, the company focuses on teaching, writing creative content and curriculum, special events, recipe development, spokesperson work, webisode production and consulting to present educational and entertaining content through food-related activities. The founder, Cricket Azima, is an expert in cooking for and with children.  She inspires kids to express themselves creatively through food and cooking, while complementing lessons with traditional educational material such as social studies, math, arts, science, and more. Visit www.thecreativekitchen.com for more information.