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I grabbed all four of my kids from playing outside on this beautiful sunny day to teach you the skill we feel is most important in any kitchen: knife skills. Grab a banana, a carrot, an apple, a potato, and a willing child… And let’s get to work! Can’t view the video? Watch it here […]
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When I talk about stress mastery, I often share that the way we feel stress is all about our mental capacity, or load. Some days I can’t even walk into the kitchen and prepare dinner because it feels like “too much,” and then other days I can handle 2 kids being sick and a very
Kale chips are an incredible side dish as far as nutrients go, they’re perrrrfect for little ones to help with independently, and my kids literally include, “Thank you God for kale chips at dinner,” during evening prayers, they like them so much. If you have some kale, time to use it! If you’re still shopping,
Cooking Video for Kids: Kale Chips Kids Love! Seriously, My Kids LOVE These Read More »
We’ll show you how to make a super simple, inexpensive dish that’s full of flavor – whatever flavor you choose! This is truly a “choose your own adventure” meal. It can be made in the Instant Pot and we show you how to make it Mexican, but we also like Italian – what other flavors
Cooking Video for Kids: Instant Pot Mexican Lentils and Rice Recipe Read More »
Today I’m here with Dr. Lauren Jefferis and we’re talking all about raising healthy kids by answering your questions! If you have a specific area of interest scroll below to see time stamps for each topic or watch the whole thing for some great advice to keep your kids healthy! Can’t see the video? View
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This is a game-changer, parents!! When your 2 through 5-year-olds can carry dishes carefully, they can properly participate in family life by setting the table, clearing smaller food after a meal, and taking in their own plate to the dishwasher. I believe that our little kids are capable of so much more than we give
How to Teach a Preschooler to Carry a Plate Read More »
NO food processor (or adults) needed for this healthy snack! My kids will show you how easy homemade hummus is and how they even cut the veggies to go with it. Healthy Snack Kids Can Make Hummus and veggies are a great healthy snack! It contains protein, fat, and carbs for a balanced and long-lasting
Easy Snacks for Kids: Homemade Blender Hummus Recipe Read More »
Homemade snacks are so easy! Watch how your kids can make homemade ranch dressing and vegetables 100% on their own. The perfect snack! Most ranch dressings contain MSG (a neurotoxin), soybean oil (highly processed and no good), and added sugars (is that really necessary?)! Your kids can make this homemade ranch dip with healthy ingredients
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Have you tried the “dessert hummus” you’ve seen in Aldi and other places? Did you know it’s EASY and INEXPENSIVE to make at home!?! Today’s video is a super fun snack or dessert made from pantry staples. It’s one of Leah’s favorite treats right now! We have three kinds of dairy-free dessert hummus and will
Healthy Dessert Recipe Kids Love: Dessert Hummus (3 Ways!) Read More »
This Latke recipe (also called potato pancakes) is written in my own hand from 1988, when I would have been in third grade. Food has always been a part of my history, and this traditional dish from my Polish heritage is a perennial favorite. When I first served them to my husband, he was incredibly
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