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    Whole Grain Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese Sauce – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    August 30, 2019

    Before summer completely gets away from us, the kiddos and I wanted to make a fun recipe that not only tastes great but is just as exciting to make, as it is to eat. The vote was for a soft pretzel

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  • Fruit & Yogurt Cone by Little Spoons and Spice

    Fruit & Yogurt Cone – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    June 10, 2019

    Now that summer is fast approaching, I love bustin’ out seasonal recipes.  This is a great way to healthify your favorite ice cream cone.  I have found it to be a lot fun at snack time.  The

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  • Last Day of School by Little Spoons and Spice

    Last Day of School

    May 28, 2019

    For those of you that used our back to school signs and interviews, here are the matching ones for the last day of school.  Hope everyone had a great school year!  Summer break, here we come! FIRST

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  • For the Love of Raspberries! by Little Spoons and Spice

    For the Love of Raspberries!

    April 16, 2019

    Raspberries have been our new found favorite snack in the house.  But not just raspberries… FROZEN RASPBERRIES!  Kind of a strange snack to pick up during the colder months, but none the less,

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  • What are whole grains, and why do kids need them?

    March 19, 2019

    Whole grains are defined as “made with or containing whole unprocessed grain”. Whole grains are made with all three portions of the grain; 1) bran, 2) germ, and 3) endosperm. All three portions

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  • Kids Making Homemade Butter - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Kids Making Homemade Butter – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    February 28, 2019

    When I told the kids we were going to make butter, I got that confused, tilted head look. “You can’t make butter”, they said. “We have to get it from the store, silly”. I was a little

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  • Cupid's Fruity Arrows - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Valentine’s Fruit Arrows – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    February 13, 2019

    Valentine’s day has always been associated with candy and chocolates, but this year we’re making it about fruit skewers.  What kiddo doesn’t love strawberries and melons?!  If they don’t

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  • Healthier Valentine Alternatives - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Healthier School Valentine Alternatives

    February 6, 2019

    Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means the stores are piled with candy and chocolate-filled valentines.  Even though your kids love candy and chocolate, it doesn’t mean we need

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  • Go-To Favorite Fruit Smoothie - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Family Favorite Fruit Smoothie – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    January 30, 2019

    This delicious smoothie is our all-time favorite.  We have it after meals as a fruit/dessert, at snack time, on the go… just about any time.  It gives the kids (and us) great nutrition while they

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  • Healthy Tips for Packing a Cold Lunch - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Healthy Tips for Packing a Cold Lunch

    January 23, 2019

    School lunch has significantly improved over the last decade.  Now, federal guidelines ensure that every student is served fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein and milk, while monitoring total

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  • Why Kids Shouldn’t Know Your Dieting? - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Why Kids Shouldn’t Know You’re Dieting

    January 16, 2019

    If you made a new year’s resolution to lose weight this year, you should feel good that you’re making steps in the right direction toward total health, but be sure that your kids are a part of the

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  • Carrot Chips - by Little Spoons & Spice

    Carrot Chips – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    January 7, 2019

    Are you looking for something different to give your kiddos to snack on?!  These are a great alternative to any type of chip or cracker. I was hesitant at first because I didn’t think my family

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  • The Best Homemade Hot Cocoa - by Little Spoons & Spice

    The Best Homemade Hot Cocoa – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    December 19, 2018

    After playing outside in the winter cold, nothing warms the body and soul quite like a cup of homemade hot cocoa.  We spend a lot of days playing outside in the winter, so we go through barrels of

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  • Easy Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treats - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Easy Homemade Pumpkin Dog Treats – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    December 12, 2018

    During the holiday season, everyone is busy baking cookies and candies. While you’re slaving away in the kitchen, your 4-legged friend watches and hopes for a sample or even just a crumb.  So why

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  • Kid Craft: Door Snowman Decoration - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Kid Craft: Door Snowman Decoration

    December 5, 2018

    After putting up all our Christmas decorations, the kids wanted to keep on decorating.  We took a quick gander around the house and decided that our bedroom doors looked a little bare. So, we got to

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  • Delicious and Kid-Approved Whole Grain Pancakes - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Delicious Kid-Approved Whole Grain Pancakes – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    November 28, 2018

    What kid doesn’t love pancakes and what parent doesn’t want their kids to eat more whole grains? On the weekends, we typically cook up a big breakfast for everyone; kinda makes up for the limited

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  • Peanut Butter Fruit Dip for Thanksgiving - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Peanut Butter Fruit Dip – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    November 14, 2018

    Thanksgiving is right around the corner and why not add some fun foods to the dinner table.  This peanut butter fruit dip is amazing with fresh fruit.  It is super easy and a great recipe for kids

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  • Maple Glazed Carrots - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Maple Glazed Carrots – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    November 7, 2018

    Sweetened glazed carrots are one of my all-time favorite foods.  You will find most recipes using brown sugar and a lot of butter, but this recipe has a healthified twist to the classic glaze.  The

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  • Trick or Treating Safety Tips - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Trick or Treating Safety Tips

    October 30, 2018

    Make sure child’s costume fits appropriately. Any loose or dragging parts put them at risk for injury.  Also, ensure that your child can still see if the costume covers their face or head. Any

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  • Hand Washing Experiment for Kids - Day 10 - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Hand Washing Experiment for Kids

    October 17, 2018

    When it comes to washing hands, teaching kids the why, is just as important as the how.  If they understand the importance of why we wash, then they’re probably more likely to remember to do so

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  • Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Rounds - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Breakfast Rounds – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    October 9, 2018

    Apple and cinnamon make a perfect fall flavor combo for any breakfast or snack.  Like many of our other recipes, these little fellers are packed with nutrients, which puts me at ease when I watch the

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  • Super Easy Whole Grain French Bread - by Little Spoons & Spice

    Super Easy Whole Grain French Bread – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    September 26, 2018

    Who doesn’t love the smell of fresh baked bread? Aside from smelling amazing, this bread is delicious.  This just might be the perfect bread recipe! There is minimal proofing and kneading.  The

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  • Cinnamon Apple Chips - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Cinnamon Apple Chips – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    September 17, 2018

    Now that the kids are back in school, these Cinnamon Apple Chips are perfect to send along for snack time, in a lunch box, or just have them ready for an after school snack.  This recipe works for

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  • Menu Planning - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Menu Planning: Making Life a Little Easier

    September 6, 2018

    With school back in session, life is getting a little busier, maybe even a tad chaotic.  In addition to school, comes all the extra-curriculars, sports, lessons, etc., which is a lot of running for

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  • Best Tomato Soup for Canning - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Best Tomato Soup for Canning – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    August 27, 2018

    Over the last week or two, we’ve been making tomato soup just about every other day.  Our garden has continued to provide us with a steady supply of beautifully ripe tomatoes.  So the kids are

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  • back to school by Little Spoons and Spice

    Back to School Time

    August 16, 2018

    I can’t believe its mid-August already!  I am one that loves all four seasons… well maybe 3.5 of the seasons.  The tail end of winter gets a little long.  And as much as I love summer, by the

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  • Peanut Butter Apple Slices - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Peanut Butter Apple Slices – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    August 8, 2018

    Crisp apple, creamy peanut butter and a hint of chocolate… yumm!!  These three ingredients married together make a delicious and nutritious combination. Here’s a secret about these peanut butter

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  • Healthy Cooking Substitutions that Kids Need in their Diet - By Little Spoons and Spice

    Healthy Cooking Substitutions that Kids Need in their Diet

    August 1, 2018

    Let’s face it, kids can be really hard to please at the dinner table.  I bet most of you have at least one picky eater in your family.  Our house is no different… there's at least one child at

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  • Quinoa Pizza Bites – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    July 25, 2018

    If you are a quinoa (“keen-wa”) lover, this is for you!  I say “if”, because half of my family approved, but the other half didn’t.  If you don’t like quinoa, you probably won’t like

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  • Perfect Turkey Meatballs - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Perfect Turkey Meatballs – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    July 18, 2018

    These turkey meatballs are AMAZE BALLS!  The kids ask for them on a weekly basis. Luckily we always have a stash in the freezer for a quick weeknight meal.  A few years back, I was looking for a new

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  • 10 Do and Don’t Foods for a Family Picnic - by Little Spoons and Spice

    10 Do and Don’t Foods for a Family Picnic

    July 11, 2018

    The idea of a family picnic at the beach or the park sounds exciting, right? But are you a little panicked by what foods to pack in your picnic basket?  These types of family outings can create

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  • Crunchy Quinoa Granola - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Crunchy Quinoa Granola – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    June 27, 2018

    This yummy, crunchy granola goodness is the perfect boost for your morning wake-up.  And it’s delicious on top of yogurt, as it gives a bit of sweet crunch.  Our kiddos like to eat it plain, with

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  • Top 10 Ways to Decrease Cooking Time by Little Spoons and Spice

    10 Innovative Ways to Save Time in the Kitchen

    June 20, 2018

    1. Use Frozen Vegetables Sometimes we spend more time prepping our veggies than actually cooking them.  Try buying them frozen, it'll not only save you time, but also money. 2. Freeze Leftover

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  • Pineapple Frozen Yogurt - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Pineapple Frozen Yogurt – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    June 13, 2018

    As you may have noticed, we’re on a homemade frozen yogurt kick.  Now that the warm weather is here to stay, the kiddos appreciate an ice cold and refreshing treat.  And as parents, we appreciate

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  • Blue-Strawberry Popsicles - By Little Spoons and Spice

    Blue-Strawberry Popsicle – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    June 6, 2018

    The kick off to summer has been brutally hot this year. When the kids come in from playing, their cheeks are rosy red and sweaty.  A great snack to cool them down is an ice cold popsicle! Most

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  • Planting a Garden with Kids - By Little Spoons and Spice

    Gardening with Kids

    May 30, 2018

    The sun is shining, trees are greening and the air is finally warming up. All these beautiful signs of summer mean it’s time to plant the garden. Whether you’re an experienced green thumb or a

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  • Double Chocolate Chip Frozen Yogurt - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Double Chocolate Chip Frozen Yogurt – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    May 23, 2018

    For those of you that recently mastered the art of homemade yogurt, you really need to try this double chocolate chip frozen yogurt.  It’s the perfect treat for a hot summer day. I love that it can

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  • Homemade Crockpot Yogurt - By Little Spoons and Spice

    Homemade Crockpot Yogurt – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    May 16, 2018

    This homemade yogurt has become a staple at our house.  Since its part of our daily meal routine, we quickly spiral into kitchen chaos when it runs out. Ok, maybe not chaos, but we do use yogurt

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  • Mini Hash Brown Cups - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Mini Cheesy Hash Brown Cups

    May 9, 2018

    Who loves cheesy potatoes?  I know it’s one dish our kids are excited to have at parties and holiday gatherings.  The downfall is usually the high amount of sodium, fat, and calories tucked into

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  • Healthy Birthday Treat Ideas

    May 2, 2018

    A child’s birthday should be treated like a holiday.  They deserve to know that there’s a day dedicated just for them.  Our kids always get the red carpet treatment on their special day.  They

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  • Maple Syrup - Little Spoons and Spice

    Maple Syrup: Real vs Artificial

    April 25, 2018

    According to the Cambridge Dictionary, “maple syrup is a sticky, sweet liquid produced from maple trees and used to flavor foods”.  100% pure maple syrup does come from maple trees, but where

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  • Fresh Fruit Pizza with Chia Pudding - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Fresh Fruit Pizza with Chia Pudding – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    April 18, 2018

    It’s no surprise that Chia pudding is growing in popularity. We’re takin’ it a step further putting it on fruit pizza. The crust is a soft and tender, cookie-like layer with a coating of sweet

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  • Chia Pudding with Fresh Fruit – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    April 11, 2018

    Where are my tapioca pudding lovers?!  This might be your new favorite dessert. I’ve used chia seeds in smoothies and oatmeal, but I’ve never ventured into chia pudding… until now.  I was

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  • Oven-Baked French Fries - by Little Spoon and Spice

    Oven-Baked French Fries – Cooking with Kid Recipe

    April 4, 2018

    Crispy… guilt-free… French fries… Yes please! With the perfect crunch, you’d never guess they’re oven baked. Lately I’ve been making these as a quick side dish. They go well with so many

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  • Top 50 Alternatives to Easter Candy - Little Spoons and Spice

    50 Healthy Alternatives to Easter Candy

    March 27, 2018

    Why does the Easter Bunny, who loves carrots, bring so much candy!?  I think this is the year to encourage the Easter Bunny to switch things up a little bit.  Kids can still be excited about their

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  • Sweet Potato Biscuits - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Sweet Potato Biscuits – Cooking with Kid Recipe

    March 20, 2018

    Our family isn't big on biscuits, maybe it’s because we live so far north.  But this fun shaped sweet potato variety isn't like your typical biscuit.  As one of my 3-year-old’s would say,

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  • Shamrock Slime - Little Spoons and Spice

    Shamrock Slime

    March 13, 2018

    Okay, I know I’m supposed to be the adult here… but who knew slime could be so much fun!!!  We made Shamrock Slime this weekend to celebrate the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day and it brought hours

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  • Baking Soda vs. Baking Powder - Little Spoons and Spice

    Baking Soda vs. Baking Powder

    March 6, 2018

    Baking soda… baking powder… what’s the difference!?  They’re as common as flour and sugar but why do we need them?  I never really appreciated their purpose until I started modifying

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  • Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins by Little Spoons and Spice

    Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins – Cooking with Kid Recipe

    February 27, 2018

    Do your kids get HANGRY!?  These muffins are the prefect fix.  This sweet little snack, with added nutrition, will hold them over until their next meal. And they’re perfect to freeze for later, so

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  • Oven Baked Popcorn Shrimp - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Oven-Baked Popcorn Shrimp – Cooking with Kid Recipe

    February 20, 2018

    Think about what you made for supper the last two weeks…  How many times was a recipe repeated?  I’m guilty. We’re creatures of habit after all.  When we get home after a long day, the last

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  • Veggie Nuggets - by Little Spoons and Spice

    Homemade Veggie Nuggets – Cooking with Kid Recipe

    February 13, 2018

    Do you have a hard time getting your kiddos to eat their veggies?  Do they scrunch up their nose at the sight?  Most parents probably have the “veggie struggle” at some point. I love the

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  • Kid-Approved Energy Bites

    Kid-Approved Energy Bites – Cooking with Kid Recipe

    February 7, 2018

    Who wouldn’t love peanut butter, chocolate, and nuts mixed into a delicious, mouth-watering ball of goodness?!  These yummy little balls remind me of sneaking monster cookie dough as a kid.  So,

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  • Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups

    Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    January 31, 2018

    Another yummy family-approved dinner recipe!  This one will have your kids running to the table. :-) These lasagna rolls do have spinach, so some family members might be a little cautious, but at

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  • Fruit Filled Yogurt Bites

    Fruit Filled Yogurt Bites – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    January 24, 2018

    Yogurt bites seem to be a new trendy dessert.  Well at least in our house. On weekends, we make a gallon of homemade yogurt to get us through the week.  And we use it in quite a few things, even our

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  • Crockpot Fiesta Chicken Tacos – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    January 17, 2018

    We all love the idea of crockpot meals, but we tend to run out of ideas that are kid-approved. Tacos can be super fun for family dinners and easy peasy with this recipe! I didn’t realize how much my

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  • 7 Grain Dinner Rolls – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    January 10, 2018

    Who doesn’t love fresh homemade bread?  We put a nutritious and simplified twist on basic homemade dinner rolls.  Our secret weapon… a bread machine! I know, I know, this kinda sounds like

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  • Oven Baked Mozzarella Sticks – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    January 3, 2018

    We healthified this commonly deep fried appetizer into a kid (and parent) approved snack!  I know what you’re thinking… how does it taste, right?!  Surprisingly, it’s pretty darn delicious!

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  • Kid Activity: New Year’s Eve Hourly Surprise

    December 27, 2017

    New Year’s Eve is such an exciting night, but what about the kids?  Most are tucked into bed before the excitement even begins.  Kids should have some fun too…before midnight! This activity

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  • Homemade Chewy Granola Bars

    Homemade Chewy Granola Bar – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    December 20, 2017

    ”It's yummy in my tummy!”, Mason yells.  The kiddos absolutely love these granola bars for snack time (or anytime).  And there’s NO BAKING! Ingredients can be easily swapped out to fit your

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  • Kid Craft: Outdoor Bird Seed Ornaments

    December 13, 2017

    This is one of my favorite kid-friendly crafts!  Don’t get me wrong, I love every piece of art my kiddos make, but this isn’t just another piece of paper, it’s something you can use.  Plus it

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  • Egg and Turkey Sausage Breakfast Pizza – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    December 5, 2017

    “Mom, can we have egg pizza for breakfast!?”, Lily asks with a smile. Of course I said yes.  :-)   What better way to start the day, than with a breakfast pizza!? The first time I ever made

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  • Our Top 15: Recommended Gifts for your Little Chefs

    November 29, 2017

    Christmas is rolling in faster than some of us can shop.  Black Friday is already behind us and I bet some of you already have everything bought and wrapped. If you are one of the brave, hats off to

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  • Sweet Roasted Butternut Squash with Dried Cranberries and Pecans – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    November 22, 2017

    This recipe brings two words to mind… Happy Family!  I was pleasantly surprised that my whole family ate and enjoyed this recipe.  My sweet little Mason even thought it was dessert.  It must be

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  • Spiced Pumpkin & Apple Oatmeal – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    November 15, 2017

    Fall colors = pumpkin everything.  Pumpkin coffee, pumpkin shakes, pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, and so on.  Luckily, I love pumpkin and I love baking with it. But it’s unfortunately associated with

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  • Sweet Strawberry Applesauce – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    November 8, 2017

    This yummy treat is more of a dessert than a fruit, but waaaay less sugar (than most desserts). The not-so-secret ingredient?  Strawberries!  They add their own natural sweetness, and boast an

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  • Triplet’s 3rd Birthday – Cars & Trucks Theme

    November 1, 2017

    So this happened…  I officially have three 3 year olds and a 4 year old running around the house.  I am now in the “where did the time go!” club. The boys’ party went off with a

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  • Healthy Halloween Treats

    October 24, 2017

    Ghosts and goblins, princesses and superheroes, children of all ages (and their parents!) are excited to dress up for this fun-filled day. As a parent of four young kiddos, I tend to get more excited

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  • Pizzeria Style Pizza Crust – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    October 16, 2017

    As you’ve probably seen, there are a lot of options available for pizza crust, recipes and store-bought. We all get busy and need to take a shortcut now and again. I’m guilty of using the

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  • Fresh Tomato Salsa with Cilantro – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    October 11, 2017

    It’s September, peak time for locally grown tomatoes, and our garden is no exception.  I love seeing the deep bright reds that change color practically overnight.  If you grow your own or purchase

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  • Whole Grain Sunshine Muffins – Cooking with Kids Recipe

    October 1, 2017

    The mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked muffins filled our kitchen today. You’d never guess they are a nutritious and kid-approved snack. Just swapping out a few ingredients of a standard recipe

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  • Teaching Kids to Cook

    September 25, 2017

    What a disaster! Flour sprinkled on the floor, sticky fingers and hair, and now it’s bath too!? That’s the image that first popped into my mind when thinking about cooking with kids. But then I

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