More often than not, children with autism are picky eaters. This has a lot to do with wanting to stick to a ridged routine of eating the same things every day and having preferences for certain colors, textures, and temperatures of food. It can be difficu...

More often than not, children with autism are picky eaters. This has a lot to do with wanting to stick to a ridged routine of eating the same things every day and having preferences for certain colors, textures, and temperatures of food. It can be difficult for parents to make sure their child receives a balanced diet, but be patient. Every child is different, just as their type of autism is different from one person to the next. What works for one child may not work for others. However, here is one recipe that has been popular with autistic children and is worth a try!!

Mashed Ginger Carrots
Ingredients
• 2 tablespoons Shedd’s Spread Country Crock Spread
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger spice
• 2 (14.5-ounce) cans sliced carrots, drained and warmed
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar, firmly packed
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped
Directions

1. Melt the Shedd’s Spread Country Crock Spread in two-quart saucepan over medium heat.

2. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, about three minutes or until crisp-tender.

3. Stir in chopped garlic and ginger and cook one minute, stirring frequently.

4. Add heated carrots and brown sugar.

5. Mash until heated through.

6. Garnish with chopped coriander and serve immediately.