Eat the Beet

Regular mashed potatoes get a radiant makeover thanks to the addition of beets. Serve this meal close to Halloween, and watch the kids come clamouring for a bloody good dinner they won't forget.

Loaded with vitamin C and fibre, beets are the perfect complement to any toddler's diet. Serve these multi-coloured chips with a favourite dip alongside a sandwich or burger.

Crisp carrots, shredded beets and tart apples combine to make a 15-minute dish that's so simple even the kids can help make it. Serve it alongside a seasonal soup, as the first course for a fall dinner party or tucked into your little one's lunch box.

Your guests will never guess this eye-catching cake is infused with whole-grains and vegetables, and to be honest, there's no need to tell them. Make it up to two days in advance (it's that moist) and feel free to adorn your dessert with powdered sugar or cream cheese frosting.