If only there were more hours in the day! We know a family's hectic schedule can get in the way of eating healthy, being active and making time for each other.  Sometimes this can lead to feelings of guilt. Try focusing on what you are already doing right.  There might be room for improvement, but no family is perfect!  Here are a few strategies that take a little pressure off so you're able to give a little extra time to your kids when they really need it. Nourished Kids     Active Kids     Happy Kids Chicken Burritos These make a quick and easy weeknight supper.  The leftovers taste great for lunch. INGREDIENTS: 1 tsp (5 mL) olive oil 1/2 lb (250 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced small 1/2 tsp (2 mL) chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, pepper 1/4 tsp (1 mL) paprika 1 cup (250 mL) tomatoes, diced 1/2 cup (125 mL) frozen corn niblets 2 tbsp (25 mL) water 1 cup (250 mL) cooked brown rice 6 tbsp (90 mL) low-fat sour cream 1 cup (250 mL) shredded low-fat cheddar cheese 6 small (6 inch/15 cm) whole grain tortillas DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat.     Add chicken and cook until no longer pink.     About 10 minutes. 2. Add spices, tomatoes, corn and water and    cook for 5 minutes. 3. Add rice and cook for 5 minutes, stirring    frequently. 4. Add 1/2 cup (125 mL) of mixture to the middle    of a tortilla.  Top with 1 tbsp (15 mL) of sour    cream and about 2 tbsp (25 mL) of cheese. 5. Roll up, serve and enjoy! Makes 6 servings

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• Get a jump start. Have a few extra minutes on the weekend? Get ahead of the weeknight rush by washing and cutting up vegetables.  Cook extra rice or noodles to use throughout the week.  Separate bulk meat purchases into ready-meal sizes and store them in the freezer.
  
  
• See double.  Double up your recipe to make extra for another dinner or tomorrow’s lunch. Pack away individual meals in the freezer for easy lunches or last-minute dinners later on.
  
  
• Do less.  Look for short cuts! Use pre-cut, pre-measured and pre-washed vegetables and salads to save time in the kitchen. Pop frozen veggies into the microwave for a quick, easy, healthy side dish. Stock up on prepared nutritious foods like pasta sauce for busy nights.
  

• Plan ahead. Make a weekly menu to ensure you know what to buy at the grocery store and to help you get things ready in the morning.  Include tasks that the kids could do if they are home before you to get supper started.

Helpful Links:

• Try out the great menu planner at Eat Right Ontario to help keep you organized.
• For more family friendly meals in minutes visit the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
• For quick meal ideas from breakfast to dinner visit Health Canada.