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…
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…
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…
Doesn’t the word “confetti” give you a happy kind of parade feeling? Us too. Orzo is a small rice-shaped pasta that’s fun to eat. Get whole-wheat orzo if you can find it, since it’s more flavorful and healthy. kitchen gear…
This easy salad is like a cross between a slaw and a pickle. It makes a nice, simple snack or side dish, but it’s also great in a sandwich or taco or on burger. kitchen gear Sharp knife (adult needed)…
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 …
Why anyone would buy salad dressing in a store is a mystery, since making your own is so easy. Plus you can make it just how you like it. Make a big batch of this salad dressing and your next…
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…
kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Box grater (adult needed) Measuring cup Can opener Colander or strainer Small mixing bowl Wooden spoon Large nonstick skillet Heat-proof spatula Large plate, for serving Ingredients 2 8-inch whole-grain tortillas 1⁄2…
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…