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Baked Tomatoes Stuffed With Tuna And Rice!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

These mini salads are as eye-catching as they are delicious. Easy enough for younger siblings to help make, they would make a perfect lunch for the whole family. Using a fragrant rice, adds a delicate flavor boost. Plus, the ingredients for this recipe don’t cost more than $10 — this is one great cheap eat!

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
2. In medium bowl, combine tuna, rice, all but one teaspoon of the olives, chopped tomatoes, minced garlic, vinegar and thyme. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3. Slice top off 4 large tomatoes and scoop out the flesh and seeds. Fill to top with tuna and rice mixture. Place tomatoes in baking dish.
4. Bake stuffed tomatoes in oven for 12-15 minutes or until filling is hot. Remove, garnish with chopped olives and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

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Smashed Potato Salad!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

This combination of fingerling potatoes and fresh vegetables would make a healthy side dish for dinner. “Kid-friendly” preparation means the whole family can help. Plus, the ingredients for this recipe don’t cost more than $10 — this is one great cheap eat!

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Add potatoes to large pot. Fill with enough cold water to cover; add salt to taste. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer about 15-20 minutes, depending on size of potatoes, until potatoes are tender throughout.
2. While potatoes cook, make vinaigrette dressing. Whisk together vinegar, olive oil and oregano. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
3. Drain potatoes and let cool. Cut potatoes into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Smash down gently on slices using flat side of the knife; set aside.
4. In medium bowl, combine potatoes, tomatoes, onion, capers and cilantro. Toss gently.
5. Pour balsamic vinaigrette dressing over potato mixture and mix until well-coated. Serve warm or slightly chilled.

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Ham, Egg, Potato And Cheese Pot Pie!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

These hearty pot pies would make a delightful and filling brunch. Easy enough for younger siblings to help with, the recipe uses puff pastry for an elegant touch. Plus, the ingredients for this recipe don’t cost more than $10 — this is one great cheap eat!

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Unroll puff pastry sheets, one at a time, until flat. Cut into 4 squares each sheet. These will be used as the base and top of the pot pies.
2. Coat pie tins with non-stick cooking spray. Line each one with one pastry square; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, carrots, peas, ham, cheese and dry mustard. Season with salt and pepper; mix well.
4. Pour 1/4 of beaten egg into each pie tin. Layer on ham, cheese and vegetable mixture. Top with one pastry square.
5. Crimp edges of pastry to seal, then cut small hole into top of pie to ventilate. Brush top of each pie with egg wash.
6. Bake for 30-45 minutes. Remove from oven and serve.

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Spinach And Cheese Ravioli!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

This tasty twist on an Italian classic uses Won Ton wrappers to hold the spinach filling; you cut your prep time in half and the preparation is simple enough that your younger siblings can help. Plus, the ingredients for this recipe don’t cost more than $10 — this is one great cheap eat!

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Warm a pat of butter in a pan over medium heat; add spinach and sauté until wilted, about 5 minutes. Let cool, then chop coarsely.
2. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, egg, Italian-blend cheeses, basil and nutmeg. Add spinach and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
3. Line a baking sheet with non-stick parchment paper; you will use this to lay out your won tons. Fill a small bowl with cool water. Remove won ton wrappers from package, dip them one at a time in water, and lay flat on parchment.
4. Spoon spinach and cheese mixture onto wrappers. Fold in half and, using a fork, crimp the edges. Run a wet finger along the edges to seal, then put ravioli sheet in refrigerator for about 5 minutes to set.
5. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add a tablespoon of olive oil to the water, to keep ravioli from sticking together.
6. Add ravioli to boiling water; cook for about 8-10 minutes. Remove immediately and drain. Serve with marinara sauce and grated parmesan cheese.

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Lemon Granita Ice!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

This cool treat makes a refreshing summer dessert, that’s simple enough for your younger siblings to help make. You’ll find this sweet and tart chiller is perfect for all. Plus, the ingredients for this recipe don’t cost more than $10 — this is one great cheap eat!

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Dissolve sugar in water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add lemon juice and zest; blend well. Let cool.
2. Pour lemon mixture into a large dish; freeze for 20 minutes.
3. Take out of freezer; scrape ice chips with a fork and stir into remaining liquid. Return lemon mixture to freezer for 20 minutes. Repeat until entire mixture is frozen, allowing 20 minutes between stirs.

Source:

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/baked-tomatoes-stuffed-with-tuna-and-rice.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/smashed-potato-salad.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/ham-egg-potato-and-cheese-pot-pies.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/spinach-and-cheese-ravioli.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/lemon-granita-ice.html

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Vanilla-Yogurt Fruit Dip!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

You’ll be sweet on this vanilla and brown sugar-scented yogurt dip, and it’s sure to help your family get their daily servings of fresh fruit. Berries, bananas, nectarines, melon, and mixed fruit go wonderfully with this delightful dip.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Place a paper coffee filter in a small strainer or filter holder set over a cup or bowl. Spoon the yogurt into the filter and let drain, refrigerated, for one hour (or more). This will drain out some of the liquid for a richer and more creamy dip. The longer you drain, the thicker the yogurt becomes. (You can omit this step if you’re in a hurry — the dip won’t be quite so thick but will still taste delicious.)
2. Dump drained yogurt into a small bowl. Add the brown sugar and vanilla, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Serve with desired fruit.

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Warm Chicken Salad!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

This tasty twist on chicken salad tosses together tender chicken, eggs and pimientos in a creamy vinaigrette sprinkled with shreds of Cheddar, slivered almonds and crushed potato chips for a unique side salad unlike any other.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Boil chicken in lightly salted boiling water for 40 minutes. Drain, cool and cut into medium size pieces.
2. In a large bowl combine chicken, eggs, celery, salad dressing, soup, pimientos, orange juice, onion salt and poultry seasoning. Mix well and spread mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese, potato chips and almonds. Refrigerate overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
4. Bake casserole in preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Preparation Time: 45 min.

Cooking Time: 45 min.

Ready In: 1 hour 30 min.

Servings: 6

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Cheesy Potato Casserole!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

Hearty hashbrowns smothered in a creamy cheese sauce and studded with smoky bacon bits are simple and satisfying in this comforting casserole that pairs perfectly with turkey and all the trimmings.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In the microwave, melt cheese in a large microwave-safe bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, potatoes and onions. Spread in a 9×13-inch baking dish and top with bacon bits.
3. Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, or until hot and bubbly.

Preparation Time: 15 min.

Cooking Time: 60 min.

Ready In: 75 min.

Servings: 12

Source:

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/vanilla-yogurt-fruit-dip.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/warm-chicken-salad.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/cheesy-potato-casserole.html

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Cone Cup Bunny!

You might need to use tools that require adult supervision, such as glue gun and scissors. If so, these can be replaced by textile glue and safety scissors. Make sure you ask your parents some help.

This simple, cute cone cup Easter bunny craft is a fun activity that also makes a great table decoration for your Easter party or Easter dinner.

What you’ll need:

How to make it:

1. If using cone cups, skip down to step number 2. If using construction paper, roll 2 pieces into cone shapes and glue or tape in place. Trim ends so that cones will stand freely on the table. (Picture #1)
2. Take one cone and cut the pointed end off, about 2” from the tip. (Picture #2)
3. Add some glue to the narrow end of the cone that you just cut. Insert the other cone; tip first, into the narrow end of the cut cone. (Picture #3)
4. Cut two ears from construction paper, about 4” long. You may also cut two more narrow ears from another colored construction paper for the inner ear.
5. Glue the ears inside the top cone. (Picture #4)
6. Cut a triangle nose and 6 thin strips for whiskers from construction paper.
7. Use wiggle eyes, nose, whiskers and a square of white paper for the teeth to decorate the rabbit’s face.
8. Cut a simple bow tie from construction paper and glue to the neck area, where the two cones meet.
9. Cut out a long oval (about 2.5” long) and cut it in half to create the bunny’s feet. Use marker or paint to add paw prints. Glue to the front of the bottom
   cone. (Picture #5)
10. Cut a strip of construction paper for the arms, long enough to go around the cones. Glue to the back of the bunny and wrap them around each other in the front and glue in place.
11. Cut an Easter egg shape from a piece of construction paper, decorate it with markers or paint if you like. Glue behind the arms so that it looks like your bunny is carrying it. (Picture #6)
12. Fill top of head with Easter grass and some jelly beans. (Picture #1 & #2)

Tips:

• If you work in an office or know someone who does, ask the management if you can have a couple of cone cups for this craft.
• If you ask, gas stations may provide free paper funnels found by the motor oil.
• Change up the color of the construction paper to fit your preferences. Make a blue bunny for a boy and a pink bunny for a girl. Green, yellow and white are great for girls and boys alike.

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Herb And Garlic Whipped Potatoes!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

An instant smash hit, these mouthwatering mashed potatoes, flavored with creamy herb and garlic cheese, are a simple side that will take center stage at your holiday table.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Place cubed potatoes in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam until perfectly tender when poked with a fork, about 15 to 20 minutes. (You can boil the potatoes in water to cover, using whichever method you prefer.)
2. When the potatoes are soft, drain thoroughly and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add about half of the hot milk, the herb and garlic cheese and salt. With an electric mixer, beat the potatoes until smooth and fluffy, adding as much of the additional milk as needed to make the mashed potatoes perfectly creamy.

How younger siblings can help

Peel and cut up potatoes.
Add cheese and milk to the potatoes while adult uses electric mixer.

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Spinach With Garlic!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. In a large pot or skillet heat oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
2. Add garlic, stirring, about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
3. Add spinach, stirring constantly, about 3 minutes or until almost all wilted.
4. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

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Roasted Asparagus!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

Roasting asparagus is quick and delicious.  Try this roasted asparagus recipe and you may never cook asparagus any other way again.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Heat oven to 475 degrees F. Gently toss asparagus on sided cookie sheet with oil, salt and pepper to combine.
2. Roast about 20 minutes, or until browned in some areas and fork-tender.

Preparation Time: About 3 minutes

Cooking Time: About 20 minutes

Ready In: About 25 minutes

Servings: 8

Source:

- http://crafts.kaboose.com/cone-cup-bunny.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/herb-and-garlic-whipped-potatoes.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/spinach-with-garlic.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/roasted-asparagus.html

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Easter Bunny!

You might need to use tools that require adult supervision, such as glue gun and scissors. If so, these can be replaced by textile glue and safety scissors. Make sure you ask your parents some help.

This cute Easter bunny craft is easy to make.  Use a foam ball and cotton balls for a fun bunny craft and your friends will find it adorable.

What you’ll need:

How to make it:

1. Glue cotton balls on a foam egg for tail and feet.
2. Bend white pipe cleaner around a thicker pink pipe cleaner for the ears. Stick a pair at the top of the egg.
3. Add wiggle eyes, a small pink pom-pom nose and thin wire whiskers.
4. Place on a cardboard circle with hole cut out for base of egg to rest in. The cardboard can be covered with fabric or lace.

Tips:

Tacky Glue is better for crafts than hot glue, which younger siblings  can easily get hurt using; it’s thicker and tackier than white craft glue and dries quickly.

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Easy Mashed Potatoes!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

This traditional take on mashed potatoes creates fluffy, buttery peaks of potatoes and is sure to satisfy everyone’s tastes.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes; drain.
2. In a small saucepan heat butter and milk over low heat until butter is melted. Using a potato masher or electric beater, slowly blend milk mixture into potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Preparation Time: 15 min.

Cooking Time: 20 min.

Ready In: 35 min.

Servings: 4

Source:

- http://crafts.kaboose.com/bunny1.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/easy-mashed-potatoes.html

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Asparagus And Potato Soup!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

Spring’s favorite vegetable — asparagus — stars in this hearty soup, which also includes shallots, potato, and thyme. It’s the perfect  starter or appetizer for an Earth Day feast, or for any time you want a fresh and filling soup.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, warm olive oil over medium-low heat; Add shallots, garlic and salt; sweat vegetables on low heat until shallots are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add asparagus to saucepan and cook 5 minutes more.
2. Add vegetable stock, potatoes and thyme. Cover and bring to a boil; skim foam off the top with a ladle.
3. Lower heat and simmer about 30 minutes with lid slightly ajar. Stir occasionally.
4. Remove from heat; discard thyme sprig. Puree soup in blender in batches, 1-2 cups at a time, until smooth. (Safety tip: Cover top of blender with a thick kitchen towel while you puree to keep hot liquid from splattering.)
   Strain pureed soup through a large fine-mesh strainer to remove any remaining lumps. Return soup to saucepan.
5. Season soup with lemon juice, pepper and salt to taste. Garnish and serve immediately.

Tips & Tricks

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ready In: 45 minutes

Servings: 4

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Mango And Roasted Cashew Salad!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

This rich spring recipe combines sweet, flavorful mango and its relative, the crunchy cashew. Combined with wine, ginger and maple crystals, the pair makes a light fruit salad that’s perfect for an Earth Day meal or an anytime side dish.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Pour wine into medium bowl. Add maple crystals, and stir until completely dissolved.
   Add mango cubes and grated ginger. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours to let the flavors mingle.
2. Drain off excess liquid; return to bowl. Add cashews and mix well. Garnish with fresh mint.

Substitution(s)

Tips & Tricks

Ready In: 2 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 2

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Sugar Snap Pea Salad With Quinoa And Citrus Vinaigrette!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

Sugar snap peas are packed with nutritious calcium, iron and vitamin C. Paired with quinoa, a whole-grain powerhouse, and fresh citrus, this salad is both healthy and delicious.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Prepare quinoa according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and let cool completely.
2. While quinoa cooks, make citrus vinaigrette: Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey, lemon juice, orange juice, salt, pepper and sesame seeds in a small bowl; set aside.
3. Toss snap peas with quinoa and orange segments. Drizzle citrus vinaigrette over salad and serve.

Substitution(s)

Tips & Tricks

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ready In: 20 minutes

Servings: 6

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Artichoke Risotto With Garlic And Sage!

•No touching knives or the stove
•Do not touch any appliances without adult supervision.
•Always wash your hands before handling food.

This creamy rice dish is a spring twist on a classic Italian risotto. Artichoke hearts, sage, and wine combine with Parmesan cheese for a main dish or side dish that’s perfect for an Earth Day get-together or a family meal.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Warm vegetable stock over low heat; set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil on medium-low; add shallots, onion and garlic. Sweat vegetables until shallots and onions are translucent, about 3 minutes. Add rice, stir and coat well; cook about 1 minute.
3. Add artichokes, sage, white wine, salt and pepper; cook over medium-low heat until wine is absorbed, about 1 minute.
4. Start to add stock, 1 cup at a time, stirring constantly until rice absorbs all of the liquid (about 15 minutes per cup). Rice should get creamier in texture as stock is added.
5. When all stock has been added and absorbed, remove rice from heat and mix in cheese. Serve hot.

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Tips & Tricks

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Ready In: 60 minutes

Servings: 6

Source:

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/asparagus-and-potato-soup.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/mango-and-roasted-cashew-salad.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/sugar-snap-pea-salad-quinoa-citrus-vinaigrette.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/artichoke-risotto-with-garlic-and-sage.html

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