Category Archives: Cooking with Kids
Skillet Goulash
I Love quick and easy dinners and this one is on the top of my go to list when things are going crazy and fast in this house. One thing about this recipe is the kids love it, any mom to more then one child knows that something they all love is a hugs plus.
Ingredients:
- 1 and 1/2 pounds of ground beef (or chuck)
- 1/2 pound of elbow macaroni
- 1/2 of a green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 jar of spaghetti sauce (28 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 small onion, chopped
South of the Border Meatballs
Does your family love meatballs, or are you looking for a way to shake them up a little here is a quick recipe to make some yummy meatballs for a meal or even an appetizer.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds of ground pork ? You can also use ground beef, ground turkey or a combination of the three meats
- 1 packet taco Seasoning
- 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs, unseasoned
- 1 beaten egg
- 1/4 cup onion, minced
- 1/4 cup green pepper, minced
- 1 1/2 cups of chunky salsa
- Vegetable oil (may not need if using ground beef)
One Skillet Steak Dinner
Many times dinner time comes before we realize that it is here.? We are rushed and want something yummy, quick, and easy to clean up. This is one of my most favorite week night recipes. I usually serve it with some rice and a veggie.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon each of salt and pepper
- 1 and 1/2 pounds of beef cubed steak (minute steak)
- 4 Tablespoons of canola oil
- 1/3 of mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons of Balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon of Dijon mustard
Directions:
Whole Grains ? King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking
Where to buy: Amazon
Anyone trying to serve their family healthier foods knows that white, processed flour isn?t as healthy as whole grains. You can find King Arthur Whole Grain Flour at local grocery stores and online.
But what do you do with it once you have it? Take a look at the “King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking: Delicious Recipes Using Nutritious Whole Grains” cookbook. It will provide you with plenty of great recipes you can try when you begin cooking with whole grains.
Why Kids Should Learn to Cook
As more and more emphasis is placed these days on eating whole foods and having meals at home, some people may be eager to embrace this home-cooking lifestyle, but aren’t sure where to begin. After decades of eating gourmet food out at restaurants and heating up frozen dinners at home, many families just don’t know how to cook. Or their knowledge of cooking may be flawed – perhaps they think that cooking means hours of elaborate preparation and expensive grocery shopping trips.
Easy Menu Planning Tips for Busy Moms
Even if you are not overly busy, the task of planning and preparing meals can get overwhelming. But for moms who are busy – and which one’s aren’t- planning a weekly or daily menu can seem nearly impossible.
The good news is, you can address this task of meal preparation and make it possible. Here are some tips to help you do that.
Kitchen Organization
Before we get into meal planning specifically, let’s talk organization. One of the things that makes meal preparation difficult and frustrating is hunting down kitchen implements and/or condiments. Get your pantry, spice rack, cabinets and drawers organized so that the things you use most are handy.
Cooking with Younger Kids: Easy Recipes
There is beginning to be an emphasis not only on families cooking and eating at home, but also on teaching children to cook. It’s actually very empowering for your kids to learn how to cook; it’s a step toward independence, and they will take those skills with them throughout their lives.
For younger kids, you’ll want to begin with easy recipes. This helps build confidence and teaches basic skills. Nonetheless, an adult should always be present, no matter how easy the recipe. A kitchen has all sorts of dangers, from hot stoves to sharp knives, that kids can get into.
