Flour Tortillas

This may be a bold statement here, but tortillas are just one of the most fun things to make with kids. They get to smear shortening around in the bowl with their hands, squish the dough, and use a rolling pin (always a hit!). Maybe it’s growing up going to Tex-Mex restaurants where the best…

Pineapple Whip

A bright frozen treat that could not be easier for kiddos to help with. It is basically a really thick smoothie that you can eat like the freshest sorbet ever. Try it with full fat coconut milk for a pina colada vibe. Serve in an ice cream cone for extra festiveness. Some whipped coconut cream…

Eggplant Sliders

The 2024 Fall Semester of classes I’m running are all color based. Students sign up for a course such as “Pleasant Purple” or “Refreshing Red” and each week we make a different recipe or two using fruits and vegetables that are that color all month. We learn about the fruit or vegetable and often have…

Mini Blackberry Scones

These mini scones are the perfect little baking project to make with the kids out of school this week. They are no more difficult than biscuits, but they seem festive and fancy. I love using frozen blackberries for these, as they are much cheaper and the flavor is great. Mini Blackberry Scones Ingredients 3 Tablespoons…

Mini Lasagnas

With cooler weather headed our way, I’m starting to crave a warm kitchen full of hearty meals. These mini lasagnas hit the spot, and they cook much faster than a traditional pan lasagna. This recipe comes together so fast! I use wonton wrappers as the noodles, so there is no boiling. Genius! Sometimes lasagna can…