Squashy Chili
Chili can be spicy, but this recipe is mild. If you really want to go for the burn, try adding fresh or dried chiles. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring spoons Measuring cup Strainer or colander Large…
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Turkey Chili
Chili is pretty great in the winter! It warms you up on the inside. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring spoons Measuring cup Can opener Strainer or colander Large heavy-bottomed pot with a lid Large spoon Pot…
Skillet Lasagna
Everybody loves lasagna, and our fuss-free recipe makes it nice and easy: the pasta and sauce layer up beautifully without a lot of effort on your part. Just make sure to keep the heat nice and low so that the…
Classic Beef Chili
Here’s a Tex-Mex classic: a hearty stew from the American Southwest that uses a delicious mix of Mexican spices. This recipe makes lots and lots so be sure to invite some friends to dinner. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife…
Classic Burgers
A classic beef burger is simple and perfect and so much better than anything you can buy. Plus, you can top it with whatever you like! kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring spoons Large skillet Ingredients …
Basic Baked Chicken
Cooking chicken like this makes the oven do all the work — which is nice for the chef! If thighs aren’t your favorite, use drumsticks or even breasts, just make sure they have the skin on, since that’s what makes…
Sweet Potato Fries
These are sweet, crisp-edged, and delicious. Feel free to ignore our wedge-cutting instructions. You can cut the sweet potato however you like: into rounds, sticks, or even cubes. The trick is making them all the same thickness so that they’re…
Garlic Bread
We love this method: you mix up a batch of the garlic mixture, and spread it on toasted bread. The bread stays toasty and crispy (instead of getting steamed and soggy the way it does if you wrap it in…
Herby Roast Chicken
Chicken and herbs go so well together. You can vary the herbs as you like, but be sure to choose one with a woody stem — like the ones we suggest below — since tender herbs such as parsley or…
Zucchini “Spaghetti”
Zucchini “Spaghetti” is a perfect recipe for pasta lovers who are looking to shake up this classic noodle dish. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife or spiralizer (adult needed) Measuring spoons Medium skillet Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 tablespoons…