We’ve all heard the old saying, “the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” Never is that more true than on Father’s Day. Dads are always happy to get a special Father’s Day meal with the family, and June is the perfect time to host a summer get-together.
Here’s our ultimate list of delicious, dad-approved, TMJ-friendly foods to try this Father’s Day!
TMJ-Friendly Father’s Day Breakfast
Start dad’s day off right with a hearty breakfast full of fresh ingredients and comfort food. Any of these tasty dishes will work for brunch as well. Add quality coffee and fresh squeezed orange juice for a complete meal.
Homemade Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Cheese or Ricotta Spinach Omelet
Waffles or Pancakes
Hashbrowns
Cornbread
Frittata
Eggs Over Easy
Parfait
Cinnamon Rolls
TMJ-Friendly Father’s Day Meats and Main Courses
Planning a big family lunch or dinner? Any of these dishes or meats will create a main course dad will remember. Just focus on making the meat as tender as possible, and TMJ pain shouldn’t be a problem.
Pork Shoulder Cuts – When you slow cook it, BBQ can be TMJ-friendly.
Baby Back Pork Ribs
Cajun or Buffalo Grilled Shrimp
Glazed Salmon
Beer Battered Fish
Cheesy Penne Pasta
Italian Sausage Polenta Casserole
TMJ-Friendly Father’s Day Dinner Sides
Now pick a few sides to add to the main course. Since it’s dad’s day, it’s okay to do more than one starch.
Mashed Potatoes
Butter Glazed Summer Vegetables
Baked Beans
Macaroni Salad
Oven Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
Bacon and Blue Cheese Potato Salad
TMJ-Friendly Father’s Day Desserts
During summer, the best desserts cool you off and feature the fresh fruit of the season. Pick a few options that you know your man of the hour will enjoy.
Seedless Watermelon
Chocolate Fondue and Fruit
Sundaes
Rootbeer Floats
Ice Cream Sandwiches – Just make sure they aren’t too thick.
Tres Leches Cake
Chocolate Pudding Pie with Bananas
Chocolate or Traditional Bread Pudding
Cherry Cheesecake
Lemon Semifeddo with Summer Berries
Cobbler with the Fruit of Dad’s Choice
Happy Father’s Day from the team at MedCenter TMJ!
Original Source: https://www.medcentertmj.com/houston-events/tmj-friendly-foods-for-dad-this-fathers-day/