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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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Easter Bunny Bag!

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 bag is perfect for collecting decorated Easter eggs or stashing Easter candy!

What you’ll need:

How to make it:

1. Begin with a piece of foam, slightly larger than your bag on the sides, but about the same height.
2. Fold the purple foam in half and draw two half circles, as if you were drawing the round parts of a letter “B”. Be careful not to go completely to the fold for the middle line.
3. Cut along the drawn lines. When you unfold the foam you will have two connecting ovals. (Picture #1)
4. Cut a hole in the center of the smaller oval to serve as a door hanger. (Picture #2)
5. Cut two long rounded pieces of white foam for the ears. (Picture #3)
6. Cut out white pieces of foam for the nose, eyes, whiskers, mouth and teeth.
7. Arrange all the facial pieces until they are positioned where you want them, and then glue them in place. (Picture #4)
8. Glue the bunny head to the bag, leaving the ears above the opening of the bag.
9. Now you can hang your bunny bag from a doorknob! (Picture #5)

Tips:

• For younger siblings, parents or caregivers may want to draw out the pieces for the them. If really small, cut the pieces out ahead of time.
• Craft foam can be purchased in sheets from your local craft supply or discount department store.
• If you don’t have white craft glue, white school glue is a great substitute.

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Easter Hot Cross Buns!

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

An Easter tradition, these lightly sweetened cinnamon hot cross buns are delicious and easy to make. An egg yolk wash gives them a glossy finish, creating a canvas for the namesake cross, a painting of milk and sugar icing.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Put warm water, butter, skim milk powder, 1/4 cup sugar, salt, egg, egg white, flour, and yeast in bread maker and start on dough program.
2. When 5 minutes of kneading are left, add currants and cinnamon. Leave in machine till double.
3. Punch down on floured surface, cover, and let rest 10 minutes.
4. Shape into 12 balls and place in a greased 9×12-inch pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place till double, about 35-40 minutes.
5. Mix egg yolk and 2 tablespoons water. Brush on balls.
6. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 minutes. Remove from pan immediately and cool on wire rack.
7. To make crosses: mix together confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and milk. Brush an X on each cooled bun.

Preparation Time: 20 min.

Cooking Time: 20 min.

Ready In: 3 hours and 30 min.

Servings: 12

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Rice With Almonds And Raisins!

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

This fragrant and nutty rice dish is simmered in chicken broth instead of water for a rich, flavorful side dish that makes a versatile accompaniment to stir-fries, steak and chops.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion, stirring, until tender. Stir in the rice, raisins, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Stir in almonds before serving.

Preparation Time: 5 min.

Cooking Time: 20 min.

Ready In: 25 min.

Servings: 4

Source:

- http://crafts.kaboose.com/easter-bunny-bag.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/hot-cross-buns.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/rice-with-almonds-and-raisins.html

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

The earthy flavors of mushrooms combine with grilled peppers, lemon juice, thyme and rosemary for a taste of summer in every bite. Serve these kabobs hot off the grill with wedges of lemon or lime and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat grill for medium heat.
2. Thread mushrooms and peppers alternately on skewers.
3. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and salt and pepper. Brush mushrooms and peppers with this flavored oil.
4. Brush grate with oil, and place kabobs on the grill. Baste frequently with oil mixture. Cook for about 4 to 6 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender and thoroughly cooked.

Preparation Time: 30 min.
Cooking Time: 10 min.
Ready In: 40 min.
Servings: 4

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Basmati Rice And Peas!

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

This spectacular side is sure to steal the show. Basmati rice with peas is a simple way to liven up this plain old grain and an amazing accompaniment to steak or seafood.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
2. When rice is cooked, stir in peas and cumin. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.

Preparation Time: 5 min.
Cooking Time: 20 min.
Ready In: 25 min.
Servings: 4

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Fruit And Nut Coleslaw!

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

Sweet and tangy tropical fruits mingle with crunchy cabbage, raisins, walnuts and yogurt for a refreshing slaw that makes an ideal sidekick for burgers, ribs and all things barbecue.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Cut pineapple into thin strips, and place in a large bowl.
2. In a medium bowl, combine reserved pineapple juice and lemon juice. Toss with banana, and add to pineapple. Add cabbage, celery, mandarin oranges, walnuts and raisins; toss to combine.
3. Blend yogurt and salt together, and add to cabbage mixture; toss lightly. Cover, and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

Preparation Time: 15 min.
Ready In: 45 min.
Servings: 6

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Blueberry Lemon Loaf!

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

Light and lemony, this delicious loaf makes the perfect companion to a tall glass of iced tea or a steaming mug of tea. Use fresh blueberries when they’re in season, or frozen ones anytime of year.

Ingredients

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degree F (180 degree C). Grease a 9 x 5-inch (23 x 13 cm) loaf pan.
2. In a bowl, stir together the flour, the baking powder and the salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer, beat the sugar and the butter for a few minutes until combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating after each one. Beat in the grated lemon peel. Add the flour mixture in two or three portions, alternately with the milk, beating just until the batter is smooth. Quickly fold in the blueberries, just until they’re evenly distributed. If you’re using frozen berries, the batter will turn blue — don’t panic, it will look fine when it’s baked.
4. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60 to 70 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick poked into the middle comes out clean. Leave it in the pan while you prepare the lemon syrup.
5. In a small microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup, combine the 1/4 cup (50 mL) of granulated sugar with the lemon juice. Microwave on high power for 30 to 45 seconds — just until the mixture boils. Remove from microwave and give it a stir. With a toothpick, poke holes all over the top of the Blueberry Loaf. Using a wide pastry brush, brush the top of the hot loaf with the hot syrup. Let cool for at least 30 minutes in the pan, then remove to a rack and cool completely.

How younger siblings can help

Stir together the dry ingredients.
Spread batter in prepared pan.
Brush baked loaf with lemon syrup.

Source:

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/mushroom-kabobs.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/basmati-rice-and-peas.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/fruit-and-nut-coleslaw.html

- http://recipes.kaboose.com/blueberry-lemon-loaf.html

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