Ice Cream Making with Kids
While we were away on our trip I got a very important package that was waiting for me when I got back. Something I’ve wanted for ages – a ice cream maker. I used a friend’s Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt,...
View ArticleFeeding A Picky Eater – Tips For the Frustrated Parent
There comes a time in our child’s life when they refuse to eat the foods they normally loved. As a parent it can become increasingly frustrating. We want to make sure our children are getting the foods...
View ArticleHoliday Cookie Exchange Recipes
Every year I do a Holiday Cookie Swap with a group of friends. I am always trying to find a easy but unique cookie to bring. I’ve had to make 18 dozen one year which was CRAZY – plus who in the hell...
View ArticleCampfire Cooking for Kids: Foil Packet Meals
I am on vacation having fun in the sun down in Florida so I have a friend guest posting today on my blog…..lets give her lots of love! Hi! This is Barb from A Life in Balance. I’m thrilled to be guest...
View ArticleHealthy Lunchbox Ideas #RocktheLunchbox
Ugh…I seriously cannot believe school is less than 2 weeks away. Where has the summer gone? This realization has forced me to get into the “Back To School” mode which has also gotten me thinking about...
View ArticleO’Boy! Organic Kids Cooking Classes at Creative Clubhouse
Looking for something fun this winter for the kiddos when it’s too cold to play outdoors? Join me at The Creative Clubhouse for Cooking Workshops. If you are unfamiliar with the Clubhouse it was built...
View Article5 Ways to Get Kids Involved in the Kitchen
More than 12.5 million children in the US are overweight. This number is not decreasing but increasing which puts children at risk for serious health issues such as diabetes and heart disease. Teaching...
View ArticleBroccoli and Cheese Bites
Your little one isn’t at the point of eating family meals but the baby food isn’t cutting it anymore What to do? What to do? These little Broccoli and Cheese Bites are perfect to make for your tot and...
View ArticleApplesauce Making with Kids
There is something to be said about making something yourself. Kids take ownership of the item they cook or bake. Therefore, children will try foods they normally wouldn’t touch because they made it...
View ArticlePumpkin Parfaits – Cooking with Kids!
As you know I am pretty obsessed with anything pumpkin. I use it throughout the whole year, not just the fall. I love adding it to oatmeal, pancakes, waffles, yogurt, and even the egg mixture to french...
View ArticleEasiest Apple Pie to Make with Kids
It’s another Mini Chef Monday! This week it’s all about Apple Pie! This is the easiest apple pie to make with kids, they could practically make it without any help at all. Recently my youngest was not...
View ArticleHarvest Kale Salad
Thanksgiving is on our heels and if you are like me you’ve been thinking about the menu for weeks. Beside having the traditional sides I like to mix it up a bit and serve a fun salad. This Harvest Kale...
View ArticleHam and Vegetable Quiche Cups
Since going back to work our mornings have been extremely busy. Most of the time I leave before my kids are up and if my husband is traveling for work we all are up and running around before 6:30am....
View ArticleGingerbread Pancakes
We are getting into the holiday spirit with decorating our house, listening to Christmas music and looking for holiday inspired recipes. The boys are dying to make our Santa cookies! Recently we were...
View ArticleCooking’s Cool Review and Giveaway
We are huge fans of getting our kids in the kitchen. Not only do I teach children and families how to create healthy meals for their families but I get my own kids in the kitchen too. We’ve been having...
View ArticleEasy Kid Approved Breakfast Quesadillas
I try to mix up our breakfast meals throughout the week making different items on the weekend then freezing them for those busy mornings. Recently the kids have been on an egg kick. Eggs are not...
View Article6 Must Have Kitchen Tools When Cooking with Kids
Cooking with kids can be a ton of fun but can also be a bit frustrating when you have a little one that wants to help but you don’t have the right kind of tools that you feel safe letting your child...
View ArticleMini Chef Monday – Year in Review
I’ve had so much these last few months exploring new foods and recipes with my boys. I hope you’ve enjoyed our Mini Chef Monday posts and have gotten some ideas of how you can get your own kids in the...
View ArticleApplesauce Muffins
My boys LOVE snacks. Every afternoon when the boys come home and the first they do is grab something to eat. I have a container full of healthy choices and always offer fresh fruit but sometimes they...
View ArticleHealthy Ambrosia Salad
Every Tuesday I teach cooking to a group of preschool children. Most of them are 3 years old but some are even 2 1/2 years old. Yes, young ones can get into the kitchen too. You need to follow along...
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