Not only do sardines taste great — they really do! — they’re very healthy, too. These little fish are packed with protein, calcium, vitamins B12 and D, and a nutrient called Omega-3 fatty acids, which is good for your heart…
You will be amazed how easy it is to make your own peanut butter from whole peanuts. It tastes great because it’s so fresh, and it doesn’t have any of the not-so-great-for-you ingredients — like lots of sugar, salt, and…
Dear Sally: I hate broccoli, okay? I know it’s good for me. I challenge you to make it taste good. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Vegetable peeler Measuring spoons Mixing spoon Baking sheet Pot holders Ingredients …
Quesadillas are quick, easily adaptable and, above all, completely delicious. A quesadilla is like a Mexican grilled cheese sandwich, but instead of using slices of bread, it uses corn or flour tortillas with melted cheese in the middle. This recipe is…
This beautiful, surprising salsa mixes the vibrant juiciness of mango with the green creaminess of avocado and a little bit of tangy citrus. Use it as a topping on a grain bowl or quesadilla, scoop it up with whole-grain chip,…
This lemony hummus is protein-packed and easy to make, and it’s an ingredient in two of the other recipes — but you could also just pack it up in your lunchbox with some raw veggies and whole-grain crackers for dipping. kitchen gear…
This cooked salad is a little bit sweet, a little bit salty, and plenty peanutty. Lots of kids who think they don’t like spinach love it. kitchen gear Large pot Vegetable steamer Measuring spoons Medium-sized bowl Whisk Ingredients 1…
Tuna with mayo is tasty, but here’s a fresh idea with apples, pickles, and celery. If you like big flavor, this is for you! kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Can opener Small bowl Fork Measuring spoons Measuring…
Rachel Morningstar, from Las Cruces, New Mexico, won our American Grown Recipe Challenge (and a signed copy of First Lady Michelle Obama’s cookbook, American Grown) with this crunchy, colorful wrap. Rachel writes, “I work for a nonprofit called La Semilla Food…
Pasta is a staple in many homes, which makes homemade tomato sauce an essential recipe for families to learn. This recipe is basic, but once you master it you can add more vegetables, cheese, ground meat, or even anchovies. This…