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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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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One Pot Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

This creamy One Pot Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is a perfect, kid-friendly weeknight dinner. Plus, there’s no need to cook the squash, boil the pasta, or blend the sauce! This squash-packed dish is made in one pot in less than 30 minutes. Kids in the Kitchen: Squash! Butternut squash is actually much softer than…

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Quinoa Protein Nuggets

This kid and toddler-friendly quinoa recipe, packs lots of goodness into little muffin-like bites. Quinoa Protein Nuggets are easy to bake-up for quick meals at home or lunch boxes on the go. Plus, there’s a lot less quinoa on the floor! Kids in the Kitchen: Mix! With only a few ingredients to throw into a…

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Homemade School Snacks (Nut-free and Nutritious)

Whether your toddler is going to daycare/preschool or your big kid needs fuel in the middle of the school day, providing snacks is a big part of feeding our kids. Of course, we are also fans of buying typical schools snacks–not saying we should make everything from scratch. However, making homemade school snacks, like muffins, bars,…

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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…

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