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The Healthiest Store-Bought Foods for Kids (Plus Easy Homemade Versions)

Convenience foods like frozen chicken nuggets, boxed mac and cheese and microwavable pizza are life-savers when it comes to busy schedules and picky eaters, but we all know they’re not the healthiest options. So we found 10 frozen and boxed foods made with real, easy-to-pronounce ingredients. And when you’ve got the time (and inclination) to cook, we’ve got easy homemade versions of those same dishes. Either way, it’s a win-win! (21 Photos)

Shirley Fan, MS, RD on Jan 17, 2012 at 11:28AM

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The Healthiest Store-Bought Foods for Kids (Plus Easy Homemade Versions)

Alexia

Best Frozen Fries: Alexia Oven Crinkles

Unlike other fries on the market, Alexia’s crinkly taters are made from ingredients that you can recognize and pronounce. An added bonus, they are certified organic and contain 3 grams of fiber per serving.

Get it now: Alexia Oven Crinkles, available at supermarkets nationwide