Posts Tagged ‘Picky eater’
Rainbow Noodle Bowls with Roasted Tofu
A healthy weeknight dinner that will make the whole family happy! Rainbow Noodle Bowls are easy to customize, full of colorful veggies, and drizzled with the most delicious, easy sauce. Have a “picky” eater in the house? Don’t worry, I’ve included lots of tips below for helping the most finicky toddlers enjoy this meal too.…
Read MoreHeart Beet Smoothie Bowls
Whether for Valentine’s Day or just any regular Wednesday, this fruit and veggie packed sweet smoothie is sure to be a hit with any kiddo. Heart Beet Smoothie Bowls are a gorgeous color pink thanks to lots of red fruit, vibrant beets, and some creamy yogurt. We love to enjoy this healthy snack “ice cream…
Read MoreHomemade Fish Nuggets
Want your family to enjoy more fish for dinner? This delicious recipe is your solution! Homemade Fish Nuggets come together in just 15 minutes are made from a handful of simple ingredients. We love the golden brown and delicious crust achieved from cooking the nuggets in a skillet. However, you can also easily bake the Homemade Fish…
Read MoreHealthy Chocolate Desserts to Cook with Kids
Can chocolate be healthy? Sure! When you make desserts from scratch with wholesome ingredients and even added veggies! Of course any added sugar (even natural sweeteners like maple syrup and dates) should be eaten mindfully. Dessert is dessert. However, the recipes in this round up of over 25 Healthy Chocolate Desserts are ones you can feel good…
Read MoreRoasted Garlic and Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Who doesn’t love Mac and Cheese? This version is super healthy, packed with veggies, and easily made dairy-free. But most importantly, Roasted Garlic and Cauliflower Mac and Cheese is super yummy! Whether you simply stir the creamy, flavorful sauce into cooked pasta or add some extra cheese on top and bake it in the oven,…
Read MoreRainbow Fried Rice (or Quinoa!)
Rainbow Fried Rice is easy, healthy, delicious, and the perfect recipe to cook with kids. I call this veggie-packed dish *Magical* Rainbow Fried Rice because every time I make it in a cooking class it disappears off kids’ plates. The adults in the room, whether parents or teachers, stare in disbelief as they watch usually…
Read MoreTeaching Knife Skills to Toddlers and Kids (Safety and Basics)
Want your child to enjoy a wider variety of foods? Learn useful skills to gain independence and develop confidence? Teaching knife skills to toddlers and kids enriches their lives on so many levels. As a preschool cooking instructor and mom of two, I have seen how teaching knife skills to toddlers and kids allows them…
Read MoreSpooky Frozen Fruit Pops
Looking for a fun Halloween treat that you can feel good about serving your little ones? These Spooky Frozen Fruit Pops have no added sugar at all! Simply made from fruit and yogurt, this healthy Halloween snack is easy to put together and make ahead for a party. Plus, everything is more fun on a…
Read MoreButternut Squash “Fries” (Sweet or Savory!)
Healthy fries?? Yes! Try this easy seasonal side-dish as a way to make squash more fun and appealing for kids (and the whole family)! These fries are so simply roasted sticks of squash with an extra flavor kick from either a sweet maple-spice seasoning or a savory garlic-Ranch mixture. I’ve also created recipes for matching sweet…
Read MoreHealthy Apple Recipes to Cook with Kids
Looking for easy ways to get your child into the kitchen more? Here are over 15 healthy apple recipes to cook with kids! Sweet, crunchy, and delicious, apples are a great ingredient to get kids excited about cooking and learning new skills in the kitchen. Below, I’ll highlight several ways kids can easily get involved…
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