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Smashed Chickpea Dip

In our last post, we learned a little bit about beans. Now, let’s put that knowledge to use! The beans we are using to day are chickpeas. Chickpeas are also called garbanzo beans. You can find canned chickpeas next to your other common beans in the store such as black beans and pinto beans. Let’sContinue reading “Smashed Chickpea Dip”

Knife Skills: Slice and Dice an Onion

Hey Creators! Today we are taking a look at something all chefs, kids and adults, need to know. In many recipes we need to use knives to chop, slice, and dice. With a little bit of knowledge, knives can go from scary to safe. We will go over basics of using a knife called aContinue reading “Knife Skills: Slice and Dice an Onion”

Bread Baking Basics

Baking bread can be a breeze! Today’s recipe shows that you don’t have to have an entire day set aside to make a loaf of homemade bread. Baking bread is a very hands-on activity, and a lot of fun. To make it even better, this bread is made with whole wheat flour which gives usContinue reading “Bread Baking Basics”

3-Ingredient Banana Pancakes

Good morning, creators! If it’s not morning when you’re reading this, don’t worry. These pancakes are so incredibly easy and delicious that you will want to make them for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is likely that you already have all of the ingredients you need in the house. These pancakes are not only easy, but alsoContinue reading “3-Ingredient Banana Pancakes”

Be Brave! (Build Variety)

Is it bad to be a picky eater? Here’s the deal. Every food has different nutrients in it. If we eat a lot of different foods, we get a lot of different nutrients. If we eat the same foods over and over, we may get a lot of some nutrients and be missing out onContinue reading “Be Brave! (Build Variety)”

Art + Eat: Greek Yogurt Finger Painting

Who likes painting? Who likes snacking? Today’s post combines two of the world’s most wonderful activities! Greek yogurt finger painting is both a fun activity, and a colorful, nutritious snack. You will only need two ingredients: White Greek yogurt (plain, vanilla, honey, or coconut) Food Coloring (a pack of 4 colors should only cost aroundContinue reading “Art + Eat: Greek Yogurt Finger Painting”

Simple Salsa

One simple way to make your food more nutritious is to make something homemade that you would normally eat canned. Today we are making a salsa fresca, also known as pico de gallo. The challenge is to swap this out for canned salsa. First, the grocery list to give to your parents: 4 roma tomatoes 1/2Continue reading “Simple Salsa”

The Best Spinach You Never Tasted

You’ve probably heard how healthy dark green vegetables are. This is because most dark leafy greens have a lot of Vitamins A, C, E, K, and folate. These are all important to keep our body working at its best. Instead of only eating them alone, it helps to think of creative ways to fit themContinue reading “The Best Spinach You Never Tasted”

The Mediterranean Burrito

Many of you have had a classic bean and cheese burrito originating from Mexico. All the fillings wrapped up snug in a tortilla, it is always a favorite. Today’s recipe is the burrito with a Mediterranean twist. Mediterranean means coming from the area surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, such as southern France, Italy, and Greece. ThisContinue reading “The Mediterranean Burrito”

Nutty Crunch Fruit Dip

Today’s recipe is quick, crunchy, and delicious! Keep reading for a simple creation that can be used as a colorful breakfast, or filling summer snack. You will need four ingredients… 1. NUTS. Any nuts will do, our favorites are almonds and walnuts. Nuts are packed with protein, which means they keep you feeling full and readyContinue reading “Nutty Crunch Fruit Dip”