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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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Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp (gluten-free and vegan friendly)
This Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp is one of those simple, feel-good desserts that celebrates the best of the season while keeping things approachable for busy families. Made with less added sugar and easy swaps to keep it gluten-free and vegan, it’s a recipe kids will love helping to make—and everyone will love eating. Rhubarb desserts…
Get the recipe Korean-Inspired Ground Beef Bowls (with extra veggies!)
These Korean-Inspired Ground Beef Bowls are the kind of weeknight dinner that checks every box—quick, flavorful, and packed with extra veggies. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a nourishing, family-friendly dinner that everyone will happily dig into. Kids in the Kitchen: Veggie prep: Kids can do something a simple as washing a veggie or getting…
Get the recipe Rainbow Recipes to Cook with Kids
If you’ve ever wanted a simple way to make healthy eating feel more exciting for your kids, this post is for you. In Rainbow Recipes to Cook with Kids, I’m sharing colorful, hands-on recipes that celebrate a full spectrum of fruits and veggies—plus a few “funfetti” favorites (with a nutritious twist) made with cheerful rainbow…
Get the recipe Green Recipes to Cook with Kids
In Green Recipes to Cook with Kids, I’m sharing fun, approachable ways to make green foods exciting instead of intimidating. From naturally sweet breakfast ideas to easy snacks and even kid-approved desserts, these recipes help little cooks see that green can mean delicious. While these recipes are perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, they’re meant…
Get the recipe Quick and Easy Vanilla Cupcakes
These Quick and Easy Vanilla Cupcakes are my go-to when kids want to bake now and I want to keep things simple. The one-bowl recipe uses basic pantry ingredients, no mixer required, and keeps the mess to a minimum—win, win. Dress them up for birthdays or holidays with the easy vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry frostings,…
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