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Cooking is a fun activity that you can share with your children that can bring out their creativity and help build self esteem. It is also a way to get children to try new things and eat healthier. If you start them out young, they can learn that cooking doesn’t have to be difficult, and that it can be really rewarding! Young chefs are popping up every day and bringing their fresh ideas to the culinary world. Who knows, your child could be the next Rachael Ray or Bobby Flay. So next time you are in the kitchen cooking dinner and your child wants to help; let them! Include them in cooking and hopefully they will develop a passion for it, just as you did.
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
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Every time I have a few overripe bananas, I whip these up. They are quick and easy to make, and are so moist and delicious that they don't last long. The recipe makes 18 muffins (fill muffin cups around 1/2 - 2/3 full) or four mini loaves. Today, we…
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This is such a fun treat for the whole family and so much better than store bought. Enjoy!
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Make it an "om" morning with tortilla omlette from Bonshaw Breezes Bed and Breakfast in Bonshaw, Prince Edward Island, Canada; a BnBFinder listed inn.
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| Prep Time: | 25 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 40 Minutes |
Financier cake, cheese mousse and elderberry flower gelatine.
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Prepare your favorite toast and you are in for a treat! Enjoy with Love, Catherine
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| Prep Time: | 20 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 30 Minutes |
I think everyone's mom or family member had a recipe for stuffed peppers they remember from their youth. Maybe not everyone feels this way, but I always loved stuffed peppers. This recipe is different than my Mother's, but still very very yummy. I mixed i…
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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Nice way to get your kids to eat their greens.
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| Prep Time: | 30 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 120 Minutes |
IceCream Cake is one of the best treat for kids! Great for parties too since they can be made ahead :D Enjoy! For more pictures, you can always visit the direct link, http://dollydoesdesserts.onsugar.com/6195439
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| Cook Time: | 25 Minutes |
A great fall fudge to share with friends and family. If you like pumpkin pie and you like fudge, you'll love this marriage of the two! Let the kids chip in by helping to stir--they'll be fascinated by the boiling and change in texture as the fudge cooks…
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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Adapted from Great American Recipes. These muffins will definitely brighten your morning! Enjoy with love, Catherine
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 35 Minutes |
Feel less guilty about eating a donut in the morning with this donut muffin recipe from Rabbit Hill Inn in Lower Waterford, VT; a BnBFinder listed inn.
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| Prep Time: | 15 Minutes |
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This was a bit of a throw together meal the other night. I have had Kielbasa sitting in my freezer for awhile, and wasn't sure what to make! This dish came together great, and its really easy! I served it with a little rice, and a side of spinach. Enjoy!
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Rebekka made this for her brother that loves smoked oysters. This is a budget frindly way to get your seafood for those of us who are not near the ocean. The Smoked Oysters are a dollar a can.
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Every Friday afternoon during the summer, I host a playgroup at our house for my sons and all of their Montessori classmates (they're in the same class). It's really not as crazy as it sounds. Not every child attends every playgroup, and I encourage the p…
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| Prep Time: | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 105 Minutes |
This is one of my favorite things to make to give to friends during the holiday. This is a rich creamy caramel sauce that is positively addictive. My friend texted me to tell me she couldn't stop eating it. I assure you this is not a problem. it is a prob…
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| Prep Time: | 10 Minutes |
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Looking for a quick dessert that your kids can help make? These homemade ice cream sandwiches are simple and tasty! Let your kids choose their cookie dough, and ice cream flavors and see how many creations they can come up with! Freeze the leftovers an…
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Most kids love macaroni and cheese so why not jazz up their favorite dish and make this quick chili mac recipe? Your kids can help make it and add whatever ingredients and toppings they like. It is a good way to sneak in some veggies, beans, etc. Your…
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Don't you like a quick and easy recipe? Throwing everything in the blender? And make a big batch that's even better the next day? I got this couscous recipe from my mom. It's a great summer cold dish that can be served as a main or a side. At home we cal…
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| Prep Time: | 20 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 60 Minutes |
Light and airy, fat free and easy to make, meringues are always a hit with both children and adults alike. (Kids love to make & decorate these with you, too !) You can serve them with afternoon tea, or accompanied by freshly whipped cream (or ice cre…
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| Prep Time: | 25 Minutes |
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I've been on a wild romp to find ingredients for the perfect Pad Thai (the Thai restaurant I used to go to all the time was shut down by the Health inspector...awkward). I've tried tons and tons of recipes for Pad Thai, and this one I improvised is th…