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Hi! I’m Heather. Mama to 2 boys. A teacher, cookbook author, and veggie enthusiast.
I’m here to help you get in the kitchen with your kids to make delicious recipes and create healthy habits that last a lifetime.
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Honey Roasted Pears (Air Fryer or Oven)
Pears don’t get enough love! These Honey Roasted Pears are a simple way to enough the nutritious and delicious fall fruit. Just a few ingredients take the pears to the next level of flavor. Roast them in the oven or the air fryer for an easy side dish kids will love. They also make a…
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Simple Ways Kids Can Help with Holiday Meals
We can help kids learn that preparing holiday meals and hosting others is the entire family’s responsibility. Not only will it teach our children to be good members of a team, but it will boost their confidence and self esteem. Not sure where to start? Below are some simple ways kids can help with holiday…
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Recipes to Cook with Kids in November
For Recipes to Cook with Kids in November, we continue to focus on seasonal produce and holidays, like Thanksgiving. There are so many easy recipes that will get kids excited to get in the kitchen and try new foods. The whole family will enjoy recipes like Cranberry Applesauce, Apple Pie Stuffed Biscuits, Creamy Pumpkin Pasta,…
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Healthy Sweet Potato Pancakes (whole grain and low sugar)
Healthy Sweet Potato Pancakes are a simple, nutritious pancake recipe that kids will love. Plus, they have an extra boost of nutrients and fiber thanks to whole wheat flour and mashed sweet potato. Make a batch and heat them up all week for easy breakfasts. Kids in the Kitchen: Measure: Since there are only a…
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Creamy Pumpkin Pasta (with cottage cheese)
This higher protein, veggie-packed pasta sauce comes together in 3 minutes. It’s so easy! Creamy Pumpkin Pasta is a great way to use up any canned pumpkin you may have in the fridge. Blend up some cottage cheese, the pumpkin, and a few other simple ingredients and pour it right over any cooked pasta you…
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