This is a full meal in itself and it sure is delicious. This is full of hamburger, onions, cheddar and mozzarella cheese, cream of mushroom soup and tater tots of course.
This is the way to have tuna... refreshing, zinging, creamy and sooo tasty. You will really enjoy this fish full of fun.. Kids love it too! Serve it up with toast points, field greens, or pita bread for…
Kids will squeal with delight at the sight of these eyeball treats from Shannon Blatchley of Ludlow, Massachusetts. They'll love the peanut butter flavor, too!
This is a fun, seasonal recipe that the whole family can enjoy! If they are old enough to be careful, let the kids help dip the apples into the coating.
Another recipe found in my grandmother's recipe box that she used to make for my brothers and sister when we were young. Hope you too, will enjoy this one.
This recipe was given to me a few years ago by a friend from South Africa. They are a lot like the Italian cookie...the Milano. I make mine with special dark chocolate or a semi sweet chocolate....but…
Great for those evenings that you just dont have time for being in the kitchen a lot. May be made ahead of time and reheated. Add a vegetable, a tossed salad and a loaf a bread to complete the meal.
When getting snacks together for Super Bowl parties, I found that finger foods were probably the most popular (these were also fun to fix for sleepovers that my daughter used to have). Baking these…
At first glance, a slice of this pie appears to offer something sweet: chocolate filling topped with strawberry whipped cream. But unsuspecting diners are in for a surprise.... It's really a shepherd's…
Please don't tell my kids that this recipe contains squash! They LOVE these and eat the heck out of them. So if you have kids, do not make these muffins when they are around.
I remember having these at church functions when I was growing up. I love to make these to this day, it brings back such wonderful memories of my childhood. Go ahead, mix up a batch this evening and start…
You could use packaged waffles...but these only take just minutes to make and are great with the creamed beef.This combination is great anytime ...but is especially nice for a quiet breakfast or a candle…
My husband loves these cookies. They were his favorite while growing up and still to this day he asks for these to be made. Now he has passed his love for these cookies onto our four boys. This is a favorite…
This recipe was just given to me from a friend and I just had to share it with all of you. Infused subtle sweetness of vanilla, this sweet, buttery kettle corn makes a wonderful snack to satisfy your…
Who doesn't love a good old-fashion Banana Split? How about a pie that combines all the ingredients of this old-fashion favorite! Almonds may be used in place of walnuts. You can also use a pre-made…
These noodles are addictive. Kids love the taste, and grown-ups appreciate a healthful meal that can keep in the refrigerator for at least a day or two.
Basically this dish is already made for you, all you have to do is get the items listed and mix them all together for a dish the whole family will enjoy.
This sandwich provides two grain servings from the ciabatta, a little more than two servings of meat from the chicken, and half a dairy serving from the cheese. Serve with orange wedges and baked chips.
A wonderful cookie to make with your children. They will love all the colors that are in their cookies and have fun looking for the cookie that has the most of their favorite color in it.
With Thanksgiving looming around the corner, I look for something new to make for dinner and try it out ahead of time - I liked this sweet potato soup. Found this one on another website. Sounds warm,…
Instead of the boring old grilled cheese sandwich try a grilled cheese pizza sandwich with mozzarella and marinara sauce! It tastes just like cheese pizza with less fat and without all the grease and…
These are much better than the store bought kind. They smell so good while cooking that no one can wait for them to come out of the oven. Great in lunch boxes for school or the office. But watch out,…
These hands are so cute and they're not really scary so they are good for younger kids. So good everyone will enjoy. An added plus - they're easy to make for Halloween parties.
A simple kid-friendly recipe that youngsters can make themselves. Counting, measuring, stirring...then eating...what fun they will have making their own pudding and eating what they made for themselves.…
This delightful and easy creation only takes 15 minutes! It's a favorite of mine and anyone who receives them around Christmas time. My brother asked me for this recipe and swears by it too
Don't trust your little ones (or yourself) near an open flame? Whip up a batch of these cupcakes that taste just like the real thing… without catching on fire.
Given to me from a friend. This is a wonderful recipe if you like Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. When I make these, they don't last very long around my house.
The combination of the herbs and red wine make for such a bountiful and refreshing dish. Opting for the turkey products is a very figure-friendly choice and using the lemon juice and zest in the meatballs…
This is one of my favorite dishes and I wanted to share it with everyone. I have three children and sometimes it is hard to prepare meals for everyone when they all like and dislike different foods, but…
This strawberry pie recipe is so good that you will not be able to put a slice of this pie down. You will definitely want a second or even a third piece! I make about 10-15 every year by request.
Love chocolate and the luscious combination of orange cream with chocolate? Then these cookies are for you! By using orange oil in all three components of these cookies there is a real orange enhanced…
These sandwiches are absolutely AMAZING! The combination of ingredients with a special sandwich spread helps to create a taste beyond compare. A true delicacy. Garnish with a kosher dill pickle and enjoy!
This French Toast Casserole is the winner of Recipe4Living's Casserole Contest! It is easy to make and the only caveat is that you must prepare it 3 to 12 hours before baking it in the oven. Perfect…
This recipe was adapted from Giada De Laurentiis' from a show about cooking with kids. It's a great version of "mac and cheese" that pleases kids and adults alike.
This recipe was inspired by my like for lightening up a dish when a hearty base is being used. This dish is wonderful served along side home-made dumplings.
I first created this recipe as a way to clean out my family's refrigerator and pantry before a vacation. I basically threw some things that we had on the verge of expiration together and hoped for the…
I have found another great use for Rice Krispies! Try mixing them with vanilla ice cream. This is a great treat for birthday parties or if you just want to surprise the kids.
Your children will love it, your guests will love it and most of all you will love these. Not only are they quick and easy to make but they are packed full of ingredients!
Dark, soft and delicious! I remember my mom going North to bring grandma back to our house just to make alot of these cookies. Watching grandma make them, I always wondered how she knew when to stop…
I was trying to make up a recipe for some fried potatoes I had at Spanky's in Savannah, GA. I think mine are better! I get compliments everytime I serve them!
Chocolate biscotti that is baked twice, superb with hot drinks (to dip into), very dark appearance. A variation from a recipe worked hands-on in a chocolate class in 2003. Twice baked biscotti, quite…
As a full-time working mother with a very demanding job in the NYC Mayor's Office for eighteen years, I would plan wholesome but easy dinner menus for my family. One of their favorites was my Quickie-Zippy…
This quick and easy dish has a little bit of everything. With a combination of meal, potatoes, cheese and a crunchy topping it's a great comfort food for those cold winter nights when you just want to…
This is a great recipe to follow and it tells you all the steps to make a great Mexican themed meal for the whole family to enjoy. If you wanted to you could have your children assemble their own tostadas.
Make some memories with the aromas of cinnamon, clove and lemon, mingled with hot apple cranberry cider. It's a large recipe, so feel free to scale back ingredients as needed.
Kids love "gross" on Halloween and this pudding will do the trick for parties. I don't know if it's been done before but it just hit me one day and all the kids got such a kick out of it that they were…
My mom made these when we as kids wanted chocolate chip cookies and she was busy. I have seen another recipe called Blond Brownies, but it is not as good as these. Make sure you do NOT substitute butter…
This is lower in fat and a much healthier version of Shepherd's Pie. My family loves it! Unfortunately it is so good we tend to eat the whole meal, can't lose weight that way!!
This is just a little recipe I discovered while trying to make a peanut butter cookie less guilt tripping. The honey is a more natural sugar and gives the cookie a nice moist texture. The whole wheat…
This is the BEST way to start your morning! It is not for the timid of breakfast eaters... If you like sausage, bacon, ham, eggs and cheese... THIS is what you are looking for!
Brew up a witch's cauldron of fun this Halloween with special spooky treats. This delicious goodie is frighteningly fun to make, so get your little monsters involved.
Here's a secret for those of you with children who don't like spinach or other green vegetables: make those veggies into fritters and they'll eat 'em like the proverbial hotcakes!
Whip up these light and fluffy waffles from scratch! They're quick and easy with tons of pumpkin flavor. You can also use carrots or sweet potatoes to really mix it up!
This is a great recipe to have in your repertoire for emergency sweet situations. Plus, it doesn't bake in the oven, so it's a great one for kids to help out.
This cake was devised during the depression. it uses no egg, milk or butter and is super moist. I make it in a 14x10-inch pan, or Imake cupcakes. Note: the apple cider vinegar adds a unique bit of flavor.…
This recipe has a unique attribute: tasters can't tell the difference between the white flour and whole wheat flour versions. If you've been looking for a whole-grain recipe that's sure to please the…
Pickled watermelon rind is as sweet as any candy you will ever have, and what a great way to NOT waste ANY of the watermelon. I made this for my children when they were young. (They are now 39 and 40)
Enjoy the best, most intensely flavored lemonade ever! A slow food recipe combining initial prep work and effortless beautiful, tasty beverage after a week or so of waiting for the flavors to combine.…
I make this for every holiday dinner. My grandchildren love it so I make extra and the next day I microwave the leftovers or use the rest to make Shepherd Pie.
These wrapped candies are perfect treats for celebrating Halloween. Pepitas, or pumpkin seeds, are available hulled or unhulled at health-food stores. Paper candy cups are available at baking supply stores.
This unique recipe is the winner of the sweet potato category in our Thanksgiving Recipes Contest! Cooked, mashed sweet potatoes with coconut and butter.
This is not like regular 'French toast', it's more like a rich, soft, moist bread pudding that can be sliced and served with syrup. It's perfect for brunch and can also be served for dessert.
These fun little cakes are the perfect shade of pink for a little girl's birthday--or just for fun. Use any ice cream or frozen yogurt flavor to tailor it to the guest of honor's preference. You can assemble…
I use melted cheese on this wrap instead of mayonnaise to hold it all together. A good variation is to substitute taco meat and grilled onions for the bacon.
For my children's school year's final venture into the classroom: chocolate from scratch. I taught my favorite 3rd graders to make the raw dessert that follows.
This is perfect for children who love tacos or for when you host a party. All your guests will love these little crescent rolls stuffed with taco meat and toppings.
This delicious shortbread looks beautiful on a cookie tray! I make it every Christmas, and everyone loves it! With shortbread, homemade caramel, and marbled chocolate, it reminds me of a Twix candy bar.
This meatloaf is extremely juicy, and the potential variety of different flavors is as big as your imagination. Try American cheese with ketchup and mustard on top and serve with dill pickle chips. Another…
This wonderful meal can be sweet or savory. You will decide when you look in the fridge and see what kind of leftovers you have. The spice cabinet is a favorite of this dish as well. Don't be afraid,…
Special Mother's Day Entry I love Christmas time, not because of the presents, but because that's when mom made Christmas candy and cookies. As I grew older I helped her and this past year was the best…
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Tantilizing large, fresh strawberries are the stars of this recipe and when combined with cream cheese, they are downright dreamy! They are very versitile in their use and are a great addition to any…
This is a fun recipe to make with kids or for company. It's a nice change for a snack around the house, especially because you can freeze and reheat them!
What do you get when you combine a fudgy mocha brownie with cheesecake? These luscious brownies, of course! Cut them into small pieces, because these prizewinning brownies get eaten up very quickly!
This beef, cheese and noodle bake recipe makes a family-friendly casserole that is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into children's food. For creamiest results, do not overbake.
I have been making these for family and friends for over 50 years. Found this recipe when I was a teenager and started making them my way ...into little watermelon slices. This is one of my family's favorites.…
Part pizza, part quesadilla, this snack sandwiches cheese, sauce, and toppings between two flour tortillas. Your kids can cut the finished pie into slices--like a traditional pizza--that are just right…
Don't leave the kids out of the Fiesta! Make this fun and festive punch for them and other teetotalers. It is a great all-purpose punch that works perfectly with Mexican menus, grilled food, and any outdoor…
This is THE dish to serve for any halloween party! It is best when you put all of the seperate ingredents into their own containers. Add them into the pot slowly and announce to everyone what it is that…
This is my favorite casserole dish to make my family. Not only is it cheap but it is so easy and it is pretty much a given that this casserole will be all eaten up.
I used Old West Cinnamon Roll bread mix for the dough by preparing it in the bread machine, then rolling the dough out. The dough can be rolled out thin and trimmed off for those who dont like so much…
We had family over for Halloween this year and I made this soup as a starter. I roasted two fresh sugar pumpkins and a couple sweet potatoes along with some spices, which filled the house with such a…
This bread is made in jars, and baked in the oven. The bread lasts indefinitely because in essence, it is canned. Can be made well ahead of the holidays.
This vegetarian dish is a delicious way to do Mexican without any meat or beans for the pickiest of eaters. It it's not too spicy, kids will love this dish too.
Frozen macaroni and cheese, ground beef and taco seasoning mix make a surprise-filled casserole enhanced with sour cream, crushed tortilla chips and shredded cheddar cheese. Each layer packs lots of zesty…
Adapted from the back-of-the-bag recipe, with no nuts and lots of chocolate chips. Not a recipe for flat and chewy cookies, these have a thicker consistency without being too dry.
This basic recipe is essential to have on hand with little kids. Decorating sugar cookies is the perfect solution to birthday parties, rainy days and much more!
A real good recipe for those cold rainy/snow days! This recipe is really good the day after you make it. It seems the flavors blend so well and it thickens in the fridge overnight. Just take it out an…
My Mom and Dad both cook. They make this salad for me. It is called a Frog Eye salad and I love to eat the Frog Eyes. It is very good and it makes a big batch. I keep it in the fridge until it is all…
If you are planning a pizza night for you and the kids this would be the perfect recipe for all of you to make together for pizza crust. It isn't that messy and it's really easy follow.
This simple and delicious recipe for egg salad is the perfect meal for lunchtime. This egg salad recipe serves four people so make this for you whole family. They will enjoy it.
I love the boxed macaroni and cheese but sometimes I want something a little heartier and healthier. Even though you're using a whole lot of cheese in this recipes, the rest of the ingredients are fairly…
Panettone is an Italian bread that sometimes has dried fruit and chocolate in it. It can be used as dessert, breakfast, whatever you can think of. Good for any day or holiday. It is available all year…
I make this with reduced fat cheeses so I don't feel so guilty and to boost the nutritional value, I added some veggies. Be creative and add what you like. Add shredded chicken or cut up meat balls for…
This red white and blue pie is the winner of Recipe4Living's Political and Presidential Recipe Contest! It would be a fabulous all-American treat served at your Presidential Parties or any flag waving…
Great chicken burritos that can really be made however you want them. They can be made into a gluten-free casserole using corn tortillas. They can be stored in the freezer for whenever you decide you…
This is a fun recipe to make for kids and it's really easy to make ahead and store it in the freezer for a while. Deliciously indulgent and definitely a breakfast treat.
I am always cooking and looking for short cuts that still taste good. This is definitely a time saver. Serve with a salad and you have a cheap, tasty meal.
These bites are cool and refreshing. My grandkids love them. We got the idea from the spicy Mexican candy suckers. They are so easy and the kids do most of the work!
Pretty, pink frozen watermelom puree that will cool you to the bone on a hot summer afternoon! I had originally made this as a sherbet but found it difficult to serve because it freezes so firmly but…
The perfect soup full of potatoes, bacon, onions, and seasonings to have as the main dish with bread sticks, or as an appetizer for your family dinner. Guaranteed to be the first and last recipe you will…
Instead of going to your grocery store and buying the already made but frozen corn dogs, why don’t you try making some home-made ones? They are so much better and the time is well worth it.
This recipe is a great substitute for candied yams at the holiday dinner. It's great for any holiday or lunch, and it's very kid-friendly and easy to prepare.
This recipe is something that is quick and easy to fix and gives the kids a totally nutiritious breakfast they can eat with their hands while running out of the house.
Enjoy sweet bites of soft & creamy pumpkin fudge that is lightly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg & ginger. Place the fudge in small plastic bags and wrap with orange ribbon. If desired, gently press a pecan…
Easy recipe that is great served in a tall glass with long spoon. Layers of honey-coated oats, yogurt custard and bananas make this a healthy kid's favorite, although I've known adults to ask for seconds!!!
When my sisters and children were small we camped a lot and had very little money. I wanted something that the children as well as the adults would drink. I love lemonade, but lemons were so expensive,…
If your kids love barbecue, they'll love this tangy, savory recipe, warm or cool. They can even help you make this simple and tasty lunch. If you've got the time, roasting your own chicken, or using leftover…
Special Mother's Day Entry My mom was a good cook, but she couldn't make a pie crust without losing her temper. My dad would say to us kids when she was trying to bake we better wait outside until this…
Chunks of baked potatoes, a hint of sour cream, ham pieces, onions and smooth cheddar cheese just add extra mouth-watering flavors that bring this tasty ham and potato soup all together. Excellent…
I've been trying to stay on a low-calorie diet and still eat interesting food so I made this Mediterranean Turkey Sandwich for lunch. Hope you like the flavors.
The seasoning in the cooking makes these artichokes delicious hot or cold and is also low calorie! From the valley where they are grown, this recipe is not only easy and simple, these artichokes are simply…
Just like your favorite chocolate peanut butter cup candy but better because its a cookie! This is a quick and easy one-bowl recipe that is everyone's favorite!
This is always a favorite dessert in my home. If you child loves fruity pebbles and cocoa pebbles then make this for them. This is a great birthday party treat.
These cookies are the kind that flatten out and stay semi-soft. They are the favorite of friends and my whole family. My husband requests them at holiday times over cakes or pies. One of our good friends…
Growing up Italian, ricotta and mozzarella cheeses were a staple in our home. This delicious baked ziti recipe is a family favorite for holidays and just any day.
This hamburger and ketchup gravy recipe is very simple but tastes out of this world! It is a home-style dish handed down from my grandmother to my mother to me. It's my husbands favorite dinner! The…
This is the only way my husband will eat zucchini. Since he is diabetic I make it use Splenda blend. I have never tasted anything like it. It is sweet and creamy. I won 2nd place in a pie contest. It…
This easy recipe has you stuffing your chicken breasts with a Italian style five cheese blend and once it is baked you get to add some of your favorite honey barbeque sauce. Finger lickin good.
This is a favorite with my husband and my grandchildren. It has a wonderful zesty flavor, and looks scrumptious when cooked to a toasty brown. It is a little crisp around the edges.
Let Eagle Brand take you and your kids or grandkids on a trip down memory lane to the soda shoppe counter. It's ok to sip a little loudly, it's a purple cow, after all!
Fast and easy dinner kids will love! My kids wanted something quick for dinner and I wanted something healthy so I through this together and they loved it.
This one-dish wonder features moist, tender chicken breasts covered with melted Cheddar cheese, sitting on a bed of creamy rice and vegetables - it just doesn't get any better!
This cake has a spongy texture like a brownie or a quickbread. You could make as a breakfast treat for the kids. I had some blackberries in sugar defrosting in the fridge and wondered what I could make…
No green pepper in this recipe, so it's a hit with kids. We added this to the menu at a children's camp, and it has been a favorite for several years. The mixture is thick, so they are 'neat' rather than…
This was my dad's favorite! It's so easy to make. Start out with a big frying pan and fry the potatoes and wieners first, then add the pork and beans and pineapple chunks. A great meal for Friday nights.…
This recipe grew out of leftovers. On weekends I make a big breakfast, and on the occasion we have french toast, I make sure to make more than enough so that later that week, I can make cream cheese and…
My friends back in grade school use to give these treats out during the holiday season as gifts. I had to find out how to make them and now years later, I give them to my children to give out as gifts.
This much loved comfort food has had a mini makeover to boost nutrition and cut down on fat. The layer of spinach adds vitamin A, iron and a nice texture. The use of reduced fat cheddar cheese and reduced…
This recipe is very versatile. You can add whatever vegetables you like. I use the orzo pasta since some of my family members cannot eat rice for medical reasons. Serve with my Chinese Sweet and Sour…
A good way to get children to eat celery. A family I babysat for as a teenager made this for their children, minus the raisins. Children love to help make this.
This is one of those kid friendly recipes that you can also make at Easter or a party, instead of making them haystacks you can form them into a bird nest and put little jelly beans in for the bird eggs.…
You don’t need a fire to make these yummy S’more. This would be a great project for your child to do if they were having friends over for a slumber party.
The title fits perfectly when finding the ingredients for this soup. You need seven separate cans of ingredients to make this soup as perfect as it really is.
My mom made this when we were kids, it was a family favorite, and continues to be. My kids love it! It is inexpensive and easy to make, and is absolutely delicious! Please note: vegetable soup with beef…
This is a childhood favorite of mine. My mom would serve these hot dogs with tater tots. The ketchup was so sweet and yummy - my mouth is watering as I write this. To change it up, you can also use mustard…
I started making these as a snack for my family to take with them when working in the evenings. It is a nice pick-me-up, but it's light and airy and doesn't weigh you down. Great with cold milk too!
If you have orzo in the house instead of rice, you can still whip up a batch of this easy tasty fried rice recipe. I started making my Fantastic Fried Rice the other day and realized I ran out of a…
Matzoh Brie is a beloved Passover treat, though it's enjoyed by many throughout the year. I often serve sauteed apples over French toast, so that seemed like a perfect match for the slightly crisp matzohs,…
A delicious pumpkin bread recipe that's easy to make. This is a family recipe. We make this bread as gifts for Christmas but this can be enjoyed anytime.
This comforting and reliable classic features tuna, egg noodles, cream of mushroom soup and peas, topped with a crunchy bread crumb topping - it's just delicious!
The BBQ beef takes maybe 5 minutes to prepare, then it cooks slowly all day long. When you come home, your house will smell amazing! The beef is tender, the BBQ sauce makes it a kid-favorite, and you…
Tangy marinated chicken and mushrooms, wrapped in bacon and skewered. Excellent for entertaining and trying something new! These are a must try! They can also be broiled instead of grilled if low on time.
As someone who named his own first restaurant Spago, Italian slang for spaghetti, I like to turn my pasta green — and not just on March 17. On another occasion, I've shared with you one of my favorite…
Temperatures in Oklahoma reach 105 in the summer so you don't use the hot oven on days like that. This recipe uses pre-packaged and cool ingredients. If you like banana pudding, you'll love this quick,…
This recipe can be served for breakfast. Since it is a breakfast dish, I designed it with a light curry flavor that is subtle, so don't let the odd combination of ingredients throw you off. My kids gobbled…
This might sound weird for a recipe but yes you do add Captain Crunch cereal with this recipe. It is so good. All you have to do is coat your chicken breasts with egg yoke and then dip in the cereal and…
This magnificent chicken cacciatore recipe is the winner of the Recipe4Living Herb Recipe Contest! Chicken thighs marinated with fresh rosemary, and thyme, sauteed in a light sauce with white wine, tomatoes,…
This isn't your typical chicken salad. I use choice ingredients which sets it off differently from the usual chicken salad. I came up with this in an effort to decrease the calorie intake from the mayonnaise.…
This is something I tried for my kids on a rainy, stay inside, watch a movie afternoon. It just came out so good, it has become a family tradition. Even though its not raining!
Very easy recipe that children can help with or do themselves with adult supervision. Tastes great! Recipe was given to me by my grandmother after I first got married and was not too swift in the kitchen.…
My son refuses to eat vegetables, but he loves bread. He would eat nothing but bread for breakfast, lunch and dinner, given the chance! So when he was about 5 years old, I thought, "Fine. You like bread?…
With a playful mix of kid-friendly flavors and easy instructions, these Jell-O "tarts" make learning how to cook fun for all ages. The directions are easy to follow and your littlest chefs will be proud…
This is a great rainy-day activity that'll have the kids occupied for hours. Water-soluble so clothes don't get ruined and easy to whip up anytime. Eating not recommended, but it won't hurt if they do.
This recipe is so easy! You won't believe how little effort goes into it. My kids love it too. Just throw it in the crock pot in the morning, and come home to a wonderful family dinner with just a few…
Hamburgers? Yes. But basic fare? Definitely not! What a treat they are, and the wise cook will make up a dozen or so for the freezer. If you like blue cheese, you'll never forget these burgers.
A wonderful full-bodied soup that sticks to your ribs, and makes you want to lick the spoon. I took my mom's homemade potato soup and added some of our favorite ingredients. Hope you love it as much as…
I found this recipe in the summer and tweaked it a bit. It is light and refreshing any time of year. Fennel is healthy for you in that it provides Antioxidant Protection and Immune Support from Vitamin…
Coated in an assertive sauce, this tofu dish will win over even the pickiest eaters. Use bottled ginger and garlic to save time, then serve the flavorful concoction over steaming white rice.
I finally perfected my macaroni and cheese - it tastes amazing! We are cheese lovers but keep in mind that if you don't want as much cheese, you can reduce the amount that you use. I really hope you enjoy…
Meatloaf and cream of mushroom soup is an amazing mix of tastes that go so well together. You must try this meatloaf recipe that is covered with mash potatoes.
This dessert is great for camping. Start the bananas on the grill right after you take off your main course so that they have time to cook. Fruit-based desserts are a great way to sneak fruit servings…
This dip recipe is great to bring to a dinner party. It can easily be doubled. Try on multigrain crackers or pumpernickel pretzel sticks. Its red/white color scheme is great for a party!
This is a easier and the non messy way to eat a caramel apple. Just make it into a salad and add some marshmallows and the other sweet ingredients listed.
Tangy ranch dressing smothers chicken pieces, and gets a topping of grated Mozzarella for the ultimate in creaminess. Other cheeses work equally well - just use your favorite.
This is a lighter healthier version of what my family used to make when I was a kid. Who wants to eat all that oil anyway! The optional additions make it colorful and it gives the dish lots of flavor…
I was ill one day and had to come up with a quick and yummy meal for my family. This is what I ended up with and everyone, including myself, loved it. I am definitely not a master cook, but this worked…
This isn’t any ordinary recipe of nuggets because these are made with beef and a bunch of taco seasoning. This is something the kids might like for a snack.
My family traditionally makes this for an appetizer on Christmas or New Years but I like to make it all year 'round. It is crunchy on the outside and smooth on the inside. Enjoy!
Do something different this time when you are making a pound cake, decide to use this recipe and make it a chocolate glazed pound cake. This decision will be well worth it.
These can be made in the oven or on a gas grill. These quick and tasty roasted potatoes go with anything from burgers to steak. My family has them every week in the summer.
This is such an interesting dish. Instead of using spaghetti sauce for your ravioli, use heated up salsa. Add some shredded cheddar cheese and black olives.
I came up with this idea in the '70's when my two sons were in late elementary school. I wanted a good, healthy, easy snack that they could make themselves.
This is a recipe for the old fashioned cinnamon candied apples. I used to make these for the Halloweeners every year and they would make sure they came to my house first to get one before they were all…
This tilapia dish has a great texture and a fabulous flavor! To make fish sticks, cut fillets into smaller strips. This dish is great with mac n' cheese. This is way better than frozen!
Spice up your pierogies with salsa and sour cream! My kids love these little pillows as a main course or snack. You can substitute these in recipes that call for ravioli too.
Hot dogs baked inside crescent roll puffs make a great appetizer or main course! When I don't have time to buy crescent rolls or pizza dough, I reach for my trusty Bisquick Baking Mix. The kids love helping…
This is a complete breakfast and is a favorite with my family. All you need to add is biscuits or toast if you want a bread. Very, very easy and delicious.
This is a kid favorite, and even though it is done in a crockpot it doesn't need to cook for hours and hours. And it is way better than the kind that comes in a box.
These adorable egg salad ghosts will be the hit of your Halloween lunch. They are super easy to make and your kids will have fun while eating a healthy lunch.
Here's another fun use for berries: ice cubes with raspberries inside! With this simple recipe, kids can help prepare for the 4th of July picnic or barbecue. They'll love watching the lemonade turn pink…
This stew bakes in the oven for five hours so you can concentrate on the million other things that need to get done. Also, the meat gets very tender, so kids have no trouble chewing it.
Perhaps your children love the taste of Fruit Leathers, but did you know that tomatoes are actually a fruit? Pizza Leathers make perfect healthy after-school snacks, hor d'oeuvres and start lots of conversations.
This clever treat is absolutely adorable and a fun change from regular baked-goods. Perfect for a child's birthday party and convenient because you can make them ahead of time!
Not only is this my favorite summer time treat my children love them as well. What child doesn't like maraschino cherries? This is just like a cherry lemonade but frozen.
Adjust the toppings to your family's taste. For the kids, give them mild taco sauce and lettuce. For the adults, kick it up a level with hot taco sauce and jalapeño peppers.
Perfect for any choc-o-holic mom, these strawberry-topped pancakes are a hit with both young and young at heart. And they're easy enough for kids to make and serve.
Enjoy this delicious meat mixture on hamburger buns at your next picnic! The taste is great! Very affordable. Goes a long way. Smell is inviting. Comfort food. A nice change from all cold food for a picnic.…
Super fast, delicious, and very easy! Tortillas are filled with your favorite pizza toppings, and fried like quesadillas. Great for appetizers, or as a meal!