When deciding what to make for dinner, keep these kid-friendly dinner tips in mind:

• Get your children involved – Kids are more likely to eat what they help plan and prepare. This also builds self-confidence and life-skills.
• Keep it simple – A healthy, balanced dinner doesn't have to be complicated. Kids tend to like simple, basic favorites.
• Offer a variety and give them choices – Include nutrient-rich foods from all five food groups on the table, but let your child choose what and how much to eat.
• Introduce new foods slowly – It can take up to 15 times for a child to accept a new food, so mix new items with old favorites so there's always something on the table your child will enjoy eating.
• Focus on family during dinnertime – Turn off the TV and mobile phones, set the table, pour glasses of milk and get the conversation going.

Use these tips combined with these kid-friendly healthy dinner recipes for balanced and satisfying family meals!

• Broccoli and Cheese
• Cheese and Spinach Tart with Glazed Carrots
• Cheesy Broccoli Potato Mash
• Chicken Crunchers
• Crusted Chicken Pot Pie
• Green Bean Casserole
• Hawaiian Dip with Fruit Kabobs 
• Lasagna
• Layered Yogurt Parfaits
• Li'l Cheddar Meat Loaves
• Mini Chile Relleno Casseroles
• No-bake Macaroni and Cheese
• Orange Glazed Carrots
• Raspberry Tossed Salad
• Red, White and Green Grilled Cheese
• Skillet Tuna Noodle Casserole
• Sweet Potato Fries
• Three Bean Chili
• Touchdown Taco Salad
• Ziti Alfredo with Vegetables