VitaClay Back-to-School Recipe Guide: Weston A. Price Inspired

Fuel your kids with nourishing, traditional-food–inspired meals. These VitaClay recipes are adapted for optimal moisture and nutrient retention, reflecting Weston A. Price Foundation principles: whole foods, bone broth, healthy fats, and nutrient-dense vegetables.

1️⃣ VitaClay Steamed Chicken & Veggie Empanada Filling

Ingredients (6–8 empanadas):

• 1 lb ground beef or lamb (preferably grass-fed)

• 1 small onion, finely chopped (½ cup)

• 1 small carrot, diced (½ cup)

• ½ cup frozen peas

• 1 tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika or mild chili powder

 • ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth (homemade preferred)

Instructions:

1.Add all ingredients to the clay pot.

2. Cook on Stew function for 25–30 min, stirring halfway.

3.Cool, fill pastry dough, and bake or steam until golden.

Weston A. Price Tip: Use pastured meat and homemade bone broth to increase fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, and K2.

2️⃣ VitaClay Mini Meat Loaves (Spicy Meat Loaf)

Ingredients (4 mini loaves):

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey (pastured)

• ½ cup soaked breadcrumbs

• 1 egg (pastured)

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

 • ½–2/3 cup broth

Instructions:

1.Mix ingredients (except broth), form 4 mini loaves.

2.Pour ¾ cup broth at bottom of clay pot.

3. Cook on Stew function for 50–60 min.

Tip: Soak breadcrumbs in broth or milk for added digestibility and moisture.

3️⃣ VitaClay Sesame Buffalo Wings

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 1.5 lb chicken wings (pastured)

• 2 tbsp ghee or butter

• 3 tbsp hot sauce

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• ½ tsp sea salt

 • ½–1 cup water or broth

Instructions:

1.Toss wings with sauce ingredients.

2.Place in clay pot, add ½–⅔ cup liquid covering bottom.

3. Cook on Stew function for 40–50 min, turning halfway.

Tip: Ghee provides fat-soluble vitamins, while slow cooking preserves nutrients.

4️⃣ VitaClay Spicy Lamb Pastry Filling (Samosas)

Ingredients (6–8 samosas filling):

• 1 lb ground lamb (grass-fed)

• ½ cup peas

• ½ cup diced onion

• 1 tsp cumin

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp sea salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

 • ½ cup broth

Instructions:

1.Place all ingredients in clay pot.

2. Cook on Stew function for 30 min, stirring once.

3.Cool, fill pastry dough, bake or steam.

Tip: Using nutrient-rich meats and minimal processing aligns with traditional diets.

5️⃣ VitaClay Moist Breaded Chicken Breast

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 4 chicken breasts (6 oz each, pastured)

• 1 tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika

• ¼ cup olive oil (optional)

 • ½ cup broth

Instructions:

1.Season chicken, place in clay pot.

2.Pour broth around, not over, to maintain breading.

3. Cook on Stew function for 30–40 min.

Tip: Bone-in chicken increases mineral content; pair with olive oil for vitamin A absorption.

6️⃣ VitaClay Oven-Baked Meatballs (Snack)

Ingredients (12–15 meatballs):

• 1 lb ground beef (pastured)

• ½ cup soaked breadcrumbs

• 1 egg (pastured)

• ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper

• ¼ cup grated carrot (optional)

 • ¾ cup broth

Instructions:

1.Mix meatballs, place in clay pot.

2.Pour broth at bottom.

3. Cook on Stew function for 35–40 min.

Tip: Carrot adds beta-carotene, supporting immune health.

7️⃣ VitaClay Steamed Squash Fritters

Ingredients (6 patties):

• 2 cups grated summer squash

• 1 egg (pastured)

• ¼ cup flour

• ½ tsp sea salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil (optional)

 • 2 cups water in steam tray

Instructions:

1.Mix ingredients, form patties.

2.Place in steaming basket, add ¼ cup water to base.

3.Steam for 20–25 min.

Tip: Steaming preserves antioxidants and reduces nutrient loss.

8️⃣ VitaClay Healthy Fudgesicles

Ingredients (4–6 pops):

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

• ¼ tsp vanilla extract

 • ¼ cup water

Instructions:

1.Combine in clay pot.

2. Cook on Stew function for 15–20 min, stirring occasionally.

3.Pour into molds and chill to set.

Tip: Cocoa provides flavonoids; coconut milk adds healthy fats for nutrient absorption.

9️⃣ VitaClay Easy Beef Breakfast Sausages

Ingredients (6 sausages):

• 1 lb ground beef (pastured)

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp dried sage

• ¼ tsp paprika

 • ½ cup water or broth

Instructions:

1.Mix, form links or patties.

2.Place in clay pot with ½ cup liquid.

3. Cook on Stew function for 25–30 min.

Tip: Traditional herbs like sage support digestion and flavor.

🔟 VitaClay Soaked Oatmeal

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 1 cup steel-cut oats

• 4 cups water or milk (preferably raw or whole milk)

• 1–2 apples, diced

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey

 • Optional: ½ cup extra milk or water if oats are dry

Instructions:

1.Combine all ingredients in clay pot.

2. Cook on Rice or Stew function for 20–25 min.

3.Stir before serving.

Tip: Soaking oats improves mineral absorption and digestibility.

✅ Why These Recipes Work for Kids:

• Nutrient-dense, Weston A. Price–inspired ingredients

• Optimized liquids for VitaClay moisture retention

• Meat, eggs, and broth maximize vitamins A, D, K2, and minerals

 • Whole foods and minimal processing support growth, immunity, and focus

     

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