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FISH – Important nutrients lie under the sea!

FISH – Important nutrients lie under the sea!

Nutrition experts recognize many health benefits of having a moderate amount of fish in the diet. Fish are rich in protein and have vitamin B12 and potassium. Fish are low in saturated fat, a fat that many Preschoolers get too much of in their diets. Some varieties contain omega-3 fatty acids that are linked to overall health. Include fish in your family meal planning about once a week to include these important nutrients and fatty acids. You will be pleasantly surprised about how quickly and easily you can prepare fish in a wide variety of delicious ways.

What kinds of fish are safe for my family?

The FDA provides guidance on enjoying fish safely. Their advice includes: Do not eat Shark, Swordfish, King Mackerel, or Tilefish because they contain high levels of mercury. Eat up to 12 ounces (2 average adult meals, serve smaller portions for children) a week of a variety of fish and shellfish that are lower in mercury. Five of the most commonly eaten fish that are low in mercury are shrimp, canned light tuna, salmon, pollock, and catfish.

What adults can do

Be a good example by being excited and positive about trying a new food or recipe.

Talk about each food on your plate and the different nutrients each provides. For example - milk is needed to provide calcium for strong bones, carrots have vitamin A for healthy eyesight, fish contains protein and nutrients for growing up healthy! Soon your preschooler will be passing this information along to Grandma and Grandpa at the next family dinner.

Ingredients
1/3 cup (about 1 1/2 ounces) grated nonfat Parmesan cheese 1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour 1 cup halved mushroom caps
3 thyme sprigs, leaves removed and crushed 1/2 cup finely sliced green onions
4 (6 ounces each) white fish fillets (check fillets for and remove any bones) 2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 package (9 ounces) BUITONI® Refrigerated Angel Hair Pasta

Instructions

Fish fillets are baked separately, placed on top of pasta and covered with a vegetable medley.


Preparation Time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 25 mins


Servings: 4

PREHEAT oven to 350° F.

PLACE cheese, flour and thyme in paper bag. Individually coat fish by gently shaking in bag; discard coating ingredients. Place fillets in baking pan with rack.

BAKE for 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.

PREPARE pasta according to package directions.

HEAT large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, mushrooms, green onions and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are tender. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

PLACE pasta on oven-warmed plates. Attractively arrange fish over pasta. Serve with mushroom medley over fish and pasta. Garnish with fresh thyme, if desired.


*Recipe adapted from Meals.com

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 small onion, sliced into thick rings 1/4 teaspoon anise seeds, crushed
1 lb. white fish of choice, cut into 2-inch pieces (any bones removed) 2/3 cup (5 fl.-oz. can) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
Salt and ground black pepper to taste 1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

Instructions

Tender fish fillets seasoned with herbs are topped with sautéed onions and baked in a light, velvety milk sauce in this classic dish from Colombia's Pacific coast.


Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 20 mins


Servings: 4 servings

PREHEAT oven to 325° F. Grease 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

HEAT 1 tablespoon olive oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring frequently, until tender and golden brown. Remove from skillet; set aside.

SEASON fish with salt and pepper. Add remaining oil to same skillet and cook fish until browned on both sides. Remove from heat. Place fish in prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with thyme, basil and anise. Top with reserved onion rings. Combine milk and water in small glass measure; pour over fish. If desired, season with additional salt and pepper.

BAKE for 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.


*Recipe adapted from Meals.com