Julie in CA Posted January 16, 2010 Share Posted January 16, 2010 I need to bring some dinners to an elderly couple. I am good at "comfort foods" and BIG meals. What they need is small, simpler meals, and probably more awareness (on my part, not theirs) of reducing empty starches and fats. With those parameters in mind, what would you bring? ETA: I'm sure I could give this some thought and come up with some good ideas, but I don't wanna think today, kwim? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted January 16, 2010 Share Posted January 16, 2010 Soups - with lots of veggies and some meat but not too much starch. I would not make them too spicy (as in hot). Stews - perhaps go a bit easier on the potatoes and other starches. Take some small rolls to go with either of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted January 16, 2010 Share Posted January 16, 2010 My friend's g-parents use to "split" those meals for seniors that you order. So, I'd think "normal portion plus a bit" split in half, for portion size. (except a roll or some bread for each, if you're taking rolls.) Of course, if you take whole wheat products, that's the "right kind of carbo" for anyone:-) And... if they have dentures... perhaps think "soft". Veggies that are cooked the way you use to.... (like canned). Nice of you! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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