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My mom used to cook pastina for us kids a lot, she had four kids and she always made sure that we always had some kind of protein in us. So the eggs of course was one of them, She even used to make it without the eggs when we used to have the flu. Us ki…
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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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Peanut butter is loved by kids all over the world. Some eat it with jelly, some with honey, some with sugar, or some just plain. This simple recipe is one that I am sure your kids will enjoy. It combines peanut butter, one of their favorite things, wit…
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Potpie is a simple dish that get kids to actually eat their vegetables. Something about the pie crust and creamy sauce just seems to make them forget the veggies are even there. One way to make potpie more fun for kids is to make them individual sized p…
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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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| Prep Time: | 30 Minutes |
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Our kids loved mexican food but no way would touch fish. One night I came up with this idea and there after had no trouble serving it once a month.
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These pigs-n-blankets are so easy to make but your kids will love them! I mean, what is more fun than miniature hot dogs in their own little wrap? Let the kids help make them and they will have a great lunch and a fantastic time all at once! The dippin…
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These are extremely easy to make but your kids will love them! Crunchy tortillas are covered in cinnamon and sugar to make this simple dessert or snack. You can even drizzle some honey or chocolate syrup on top. Let the kids be creative and have fun wi…
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Most kids love pizza, and this is a fun new twist on the old standard that they can help make! Pizza quesadillas are simple to prepare and I guaranty that your kids will love them. Let them pick their own fillings and help instill a love of cooking. Le…
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These simple fruit kebobs are an easy snack that you can make with your kids. Kebobs are a fun way to get your kids to eat more fruits, and we all know they can be finicky about eating healthy, so these are the perfect cure. Let them choose their own fr…
http://www.ourkitchenisland.com
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My challenge is to continually create recipes that feed the body nutritious meals as well as feed the soul an enjoyable experience. Our Kitchen Island is my collection of original recipes, cooking tips, my thoughts on food as well as how-to videos.…
http://cookingwithanne.blogspot.com
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As the mother of 7 noseminers, (ages 19 years to 2 years ~ 5 girls, 2 boys) and Chief Cook and Bottle Washer (among other titles) of this brood, I find that cooking for and feeding so many takes a lot of time. Even with a culinary education, it's sti…
http://feedingtheravenoushorde.blogspot.com
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I am a diverse home cook who loves making new recipes and changing them up a bit. I have a horde of 4 very ravenous kids so we like to keep things fresh in the kitchen. Teaching my boys (and girl) to cook is important to me and they usually help ou…
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There are two things I know are true:
1) Everyone needs to eat
2) There is never enough time to spend with your kids
To help address these issues in my life, I started having my kids cook dinner with me whenever possible, and guess what? We have…
http://secondtimeparenthood.blogspot.com
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A vegetarian mom of two vegetarian kids sharing recipes of healthy and fast vegetarian recipes,eateries and vegetarian confinement recipes.
http://www.food.metroideas.com/
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Getting kids to try various types of foods
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Kids Food. Healthy kids food is one of the most important things we can do for our children. Written by a teacher and mother. Find out more about kids food and how healthy eating doesnt have to be a chore.
http://momtheresnothingtoeat.wordpress.com/
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Welcome to my blog…Mom, There’s nothing to eat! I hope this blog will become a reference for all you mothers out there that just can’t seem to keep your kids fed. I will include recipes…the good, the bad and the ugly… tips on feeding the hu…
http://www.lajjatdaar.blogspot.com
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Indian Cooking made Simple
Easy Indian Cooking, Bihari Cusines, Kids Recipes and much more
http://rawrgirpow.over-blog.com
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I know what it is like trying to get kids to eat healthy.I am one.Which is why I took on cooking.To find the simple, healthful foods all kids love.I\'ll even give a few of my good tips.:)
Only two episodes into ABC’s Bachelor Pad, and already, the tired old “sexy people in a house” story-telling formula is proving itself about as thin and obvious as the hairlines of the (we’re aging) bachelors during the epis (read full article)
When I was a little girl, my mom used to make potato pancakes every once in a while. My dad always put maple syrup on them and treated this savory dish as a regular pancake. Always wanting to be like my Daddy, I put syrup on them too....a (read full article)
I love baking children's birthday cakes - yes, they can be stressful and time consuming but there is nothing better than seeing a child's face light up at the sight of the "perfect" cake. Here are a few photos of some I have done for my kids. None ar (read full article)
In our house, we are counting down to the first day of school. T-minus 9 days 'til school days! And continuing with my breakfast ideas to make the Back-To-School morning rush go easier, I have another great recipe to start your day off right: Low Fat (read full article)
CSN Stores and me are teaming up once again to bring you another awesome giveaway. One lucky reader will win a $40 gift certificate good at any of their stores. They have over 200+ online stores that sell just about anything you could wan (read full article)
Sorry I haven't been around lately. We are enjoying the last bit of summer with the kids and visiting with friends. I did manage to get my frames painted & hung and the living room furniture has arrived. I haven't even begun with the (read full article)
My girls love olives, and not just because they love popping them onto the tips of their fingers. They think they are candy, and I’m not about to try and change their minds. Olives are a great source of monounsaturated fat, (read full article)
Ease: 4/5 Kid-friendliness: 0/5 Taste: 3/5 Time: 4/5Prep: 10 minutesCook time: 8 minutesThis recipe isn't really kidlet friendly. Unless you have a really sophisticated toddler, most small kids probably don't (read full article)
I'm so excited to share this post with you. About a month ago my friend Rachael from La Fuji Mama invited me to be a part of a Back To School Lunchbox Challenge using Lindsay Olives. We were told to create something using olives that could fit in (read full article)
It’s almost time for the kids to go back to school for another year of learning, friends, and fun. I always enjoyed the first few weeks of school, but then reality sets in. The days of summer soon fade and play time is replaced with homework (read full article)