Crunchy Roasted Peas or Edamame (Air Fryer or Oven)

Sometimes changing the texture of a veggie makes it more appealing for kids (and adults too!). Crunchy Roasted Peas or Edamame is a healthy snack snack that makes vegetables fun and delicious. Plus, with only 3 ingredients, they couldn’t be easier to make. You can make these crispy peas or edamame in the air fryer…

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Creamy Salsa Verde Enchiladas (Chicken or Vegetarian)

I first came up with this dinner to use up leftover chicken or beans that I had in my fridge. It soon became one of our favorite weeknight meals and checked all the boxes. It’s a meal that’s nutritious, satisfying, and quick to throw together. Plus, my husband and two boys happily gobble it up…

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Muffin Recipes to Bake with Toddlers and Kids

Making muffins is the ULTIMATE way to get kids in the kitchen. Muffins are simple, hard to mess up, and come together quickly (for low attention spans). Also, you can easily add in veggies or protein, and muffins are DELICIOUS for kids and adults alike. Below is a round up of all my best Muffins…

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Make Ahead Dinner Recipes

Weeknights are busy! However, the key to less stressful meal times is minimal cleanup and recipes that can be made ahead…to beat the inevitable rush when 6pm hits. Let me help you knock dinner off of your to-do list with this list of Make Ahead Dinner Recipes. These meals are nutritious, kid-friendly…and, of course, delicious! And…better yet?…

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Double Chocolate Banana Muffins

One of the best ways to use up some brown bananas! Double Chocolate Banana Muffins are lower in added sugar, whole grain, and super easy to mix together in one bowl. Not only do the muffins have double the chocolate goodness, they are also moist, fluffy, and nutritious. Bake them up for breakfasts, snacks, or…

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Creamy Chicken, Veggie, and Gnocchi Stew

Need a nutritious and easy weeknight dinner? Creamy Chicken, Veggie, and Gnocchi Stew is comforting, hearty, and full of flavor. The stew can be made in the slow cooker, pressure cooker/Instant pot, or on the stove top. Plus, it’s a kid-friendly meal that’s packed with protein and vegetables. Kids in the Kitchen: Soup/Stew may seem…

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Oatmeal To-Go Bars (Vegan and Gluten-free)

Want a cozy, nutritious bowl of oatmeal, but as a portable breakfast or snack? These Oatmeal To-Go Bars are hearty, packed with protein and fiber, and quickly stirred together in one bowl. They are also really easy to customize for a nutritious toddler snack or a nut-free school option. Kids in the Kitchen: Measure: Things…

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Easy Stuffed Shells (with cottage cheese and spinach)

Cozy, cheesy baked pasta made a little lighter with cottage cheese and lots of spinach. Easy Stuffed Shells are quick to put together for a weeknight dinner and festive enough to serve for a family gathering or holiday. If you prefer a more traditional tasting stuffed shell pasta, use ricotta instead. Both versions are comforting…

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Tortilla Egg Cups (High Protein + Veggies)

High in protein, portable, and great for meal prep, these Tortilla Egg Cups are a healthy breakfast both kids and adults will love. Customize each baked egg cup with whatever veggies, cheeses, or meats you’d like. Get kids involved and have them make their own flavor combos! Kids in the Kitchen: Cut the tortillas: Kids…

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Healthier Monster Cookie Bars

Lower in sugar, whole grain, and easy to make vegan and gluten-free, Healthier Monster Cookie Bars are the perfect treat to make for Halloween or any time. Kids can easily help make this recipe since everything is stirred together in one bowl. It can also be t vegan and gluten-free with a few simple swaps.…

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