Picnics can be much more than just soggy sandwiches and convenience foods said Ed Balls as he joined a group of primary school children to prepare recipes from a new picnic cookbook for children and parents to use over the summer.Endorsed by celebrity chef Phil Vickery, the cook book, 'Simple cooking - cold food that tastes great', is the second in the series of free Real Meals recipe books. The cook book features healthy meals and snacks such as rainbow salad, deli wraps, open cheese and onion pie and mighty muffins, which have been designed to help children and their families prepare fun, nutritious and well balanced food for when they are out and about this summer.
Ed Balls, Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families said:"We all remember family picnics full of soggy sandwiches and unhealthy snacks high in fat and sugar. This new recipe book will help children learn how easy it is to prepare tasty and healthy food that they can eat on the go. The meals will be great at home and they can also be used for picnics and packed lunches for days out during the summer holidays.
I really enjoy cooking with my children - it's a lot of fun and helps them to learn basic life skills. We want to see more children cooking a variety of meals at home and for when they're out and about, for their families and friends."
This is the second in a series of free Real Meals recipe books aimed at children, young people and families to help build on the cookery lessons children and young people are receiving at school, improve their knowledge and skills in handling food, and practice how to make healthy meals from scratch.
Obesity is one of the biggest health challenges we face in this country so it is vital children grow up eating well and being active. It's not the Government's role to tell parents how to make this happen, but it is important that we help and support families by giving them the right information and handy tools like the cookbook."
Phil Vickery, celebrity chef said:All recipes have been provided by the School Food Trust and the British Nutrition Foundation and include hygiene tips and details of the cooking skills and utensils that young people will need."The book is great for kids who are keen to learn cooking skills. All the recipes are for simple, tasty food that can be prepared quickly and eaten almost anywhere."
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