Busy Family Meal Planning

September 1st, 2008

Jr. Chefs of America

Jr Chefs of America
Do you have kids who love to cook, or think they might like to give it a try? Here’s a new concept that some claim is providing more family time by helping the kids to fall in love with meal preparation! Rachel, pictured above, is one of the Jr Chefs, […]

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June 26th, 2008

Teaching kids to use knives

So very very important if you’re going to have your kids join in and learn to cook. Here’s an excellent video on knife safety, featuring kids.

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June 6th, 2008

Chocolate mice!

We had a mouse in the house today, which I had to take away from my cat and let go, even though my husband assures me it will be back! When I told my friends at the gym about it, two of them immediately started telling me about how to make chocolate mice. It sounds […]

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June 3rd, 2008

Deb’s taco salad

This is a hearty whole-meal salad that just about everyone loves. My friend Deb makes this for our church fellowship dinners, and when she doesn’t show up, there is outrage all around! The recipe is for a large bowlful, and it uses an entire bottle of French dressing. Feel free to make substitutions or to […]

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May 30th, 2008

Peanut butter roll

This recipe originally came from Lancaster County in Pennsylvania, and was shared with me by my childhood friend, Alice. This is a great treat to make with kids since there’s no cutting or cooking involved, and all mixing is done (literally!) by hand.
Peanut Butter Roll
2 lbs confectioner’s sugar
3/4 c peanut butter
2 c graham cracker crumbs
1/4 […]

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May 16th, 2008

Strawberry shortcakes

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Mary Catherine Muir
Is there anything better in the spring? Fresh strawberries, yum! This is such a spring classic, I think that it’s one that you need to bring the kids in on! Thank you to Cooking Light for this fabulous recipe:
Old-Fashioned Strawberry Shortcakes
Makes 6 servings
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May 12th, 2008

Introducing…

Gayla, of Dating Dames!

Gayla, who mostly answers to the title of Mom or HEY! has graciously shared one of her family’s favorite recipes with us. If you’re looking for advice on how to navigate the complicated world of modern dating, visit Gayla’s blog!
Mexican Pizza
Two pizza crust mixes
2 lbs. ground beef
2 c. chopped onion
1 1/2 […]

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