Posts by Heather
Zucchini Cottage Cheese Muffins
Filled with whole grains and protein packed cottage cheese, these little muffins are a nutritious snack for toddlers and kids. Zucchini Cottage Cheese Muffins are egg-free and nut-free and can easily be made gluten-free as well. Kids in the Kitchen: What kiddo doesn’t love making muffins, right? Let your child put the paper liners in the…
Read MoreSheet Pan Shrimp Boil
All the flavors of a Summer shrimp boil, but super quick and easy! This Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil is a healthy family dinner that you can get to the table in 30 minutes. Roasted potatoes, sausage, corn, green beans, are roasted until golden brown and tender. Then the shrimp are laid on top and bake…
Read MoreCrispy Rice and Veggie Fritters or Waffles
We always have leftover rice in the fridge. You too? These Crispy Rice and Veggie Fritters or Waffles are a great way to use up the rice and get some veggies into the day too. Plus, you only need 4 ingredients and 15 minutes–it’s so quick and easy! Kids in the Kitchen: Kids can help…
Read MoreThe Best Cooking Tools for Kids
The BEST Cooking Tools for Kids! I always like to say not much is needed in the kitchen beyond a good knife, a cutting board, and an oven mitt. However, I admit to sometimes treating myself (or my kids!) to a new brightly colored set of mixing bowls or a cool new gadget. We all…
Read MoreZucchini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies (Vegan and Whole Grain)
Soft, flavorful cookies wholesome enough for breakfast and snacks, but delicious enough to crave any time of day. These Zucchini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies come together in one bowl! They are naturally egg-free, dairy-free, whole grain, and low in added sugar. Kids will love to help bake these up too! Kids in the Kitchen: Grate…
Read MoreBanana Upside Down Pancake Bites
All you need for this fun little breakfast recipe is bananas (or any fruit) and your favorite pancake mix! Kids are going to love to make and eat these Banana Upside Down Pancake Bites, and so will the whole family! Kids in the Kitchen: Younger kids will love to help make this recipe and older…
Read MoreCreamy Veggie-Packed Pasta Sauce (with Cottage Cheese)
Just 5 simple ingredients and less than 30 minutes, that all you need for this quick and healthy Creamy Veggie-Packed Pasta Sauce. Blend cottage cheese into a simple tomato sauce to create a creamy, flavorful topping for your favorite pasta. Kids and adults love this simple and delicious meal! Kids in the Kitchen: Prep veggies:Kids…
Read MoreS’mores Brownie Bites
An easy but impressive dessert that kids can make by themselves (or with just a little help)! These S’mores Brownie Bites were my cookbook kid recipe testers’ favorite recipe over and over again. The brownies are super fudgy thanks to two “secret” ingredients–almond butter and applesauce–but all you taste is chocolate goodness! These little treats…
Read MoreMonster Cookie Energy Balls
Snack time will never be boring when you make these Monster Cookie Energy Balls. Another sneak peek recipe from my new kids cookbook, Kid Kitchen! Super easy to stir together and customize, kid chefs will be making these on repeat. Want more recipes that your kids will be excited to cook (like these Monster Cookie…
Read MorePB&J Breakfast Cookies
These healthy PB&J Breakfast Cookies are a sneak peek recipe from my new cookbook, Kid Kitchen! Kids of all ages are going to love making and eating these little morning treats. Full of fruit, protein, and whole grains, they are great fuel for home or on the go. There’s minimal clean up for this quick…
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