Holidays and Swallowing Difficulties

Just because your loved one may have difficulty swallowing, doesn't mean that they shouldn't be able to enjoy the holiday meals just as much as everyone else.  Often, those with dysphagia feel removed from the dinner table and a little embarrassed because their meals look different.

It's time for everyone to be included at the dinner table this holiday season.  With these recipes, make your loved one with dysphagia feel included during mealtimes.

Green Bean Casserole

• 1 can of Thick-It Seasoned Green Bean Puree
• 1 can of condensed mushroom soup
• 1 can of French fried onions
• salt and pepper to taste

Combine ingredients in a blender and mix until well combined and smooth.

Microwave: Potion into a microwave-safe container and heat until desired temperature.

Stovetop: Portion into a small pot and heat until desired temperature.

Chicken Pot Pie

• 1 can of Thick-It Chicken a la King Puree
• 1/3 cup of Thick-It Seasoned Corn Puree
• salt and pepper to taste

Combine ingredients in a blender and mix until well combined and smooth.

Microwave: Potion into a microwave-safe container and heat until desired temperature.

Stovetop: Portion into a small pot and heat until desired temperature.

Apple Pie Cobbler

• 1 can of Thick-It Apple Pie Puree
• 1/3 cup of Thick-It French Toast Puree

Combine ingredients in a blender and mix until well combined and smooth.

Microwave: Portion into a microwave-safe container and heat until desired temperature.

Stovetop: Portion into a small pot and heat until desired temperature.

Cranberry Spritzer

• 8 oz of Thick-It AquaCare H2O Cranberry Juice (nectar or honey consistency)
• 2 oz of Thick-It AquaCare H2O Orange Juice (nectar or honey consistency)

Combine ingredients, stir, and garnish with a lemon or lime wedge.