Chase Away Back to School Blues One Smile at a Time

Chase Away Back
to School Blues

Back-to-school season is stressful and hectic but dinner doesn’t have to be. McCain Smiles^® mashed potato shapes are your weeknight lifesaver: crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and ready in minutes. Deliciously fun and family-approved, they are the ultimate hack for turning the Back-to-School blues into Back-To-School smiles! We’re partnering with favorite creators to offer parents simple tips and recipes to help families ease the back-to-school transition and bring more smiles to their table.

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Tips

MAKE IT A SMILES-ICLE

Simply add a popsicle stick to Smiles for a kid-friendly twist! Serve with assorted dips so little ones can mix, match, and enjoy every bite.

DECORATE & ENJOY

Give kids the freedom to decorate Smiles with an array of dips in easy-to-use squeeze bottles. It’s a playful way to add color, flavor, and fun to every bite!

CELEBRATE EVERY BITE

Don’t save the party for dessert! Add cupcake toppers or festive picks to your sliders and turn an ordinary meal into a memorable event.

PASTA’S PERFECT PARTNER

Give your pasta dinner a playful twist by serving garlic-butter Smiles instead of bread. Delicious, fun, and sure to be a family favorite.

FLIP IT!

Flip the Smiles halfway through cooking time to get a more even, crispy texture.

Chase Away Back to School Blues One Smile at a Time