Mom's Night Off !!

 

Kids Cooking

 

The following kid-tested dinners and desserts are real simple and tasty enough for adults and foolproof enough for the junior members of the family to make. Now, if only they'd learn to load the dishwasher...

 

 

 

Recipe:1

Ham and Pineapple Pita Pizzas

Using pitas gives your family freedom to top the pizzas to each person's liking. Have Dad help get these tasty treats in and out of the oven.

                                  

 

 

Ingredients

 

• 4 pitas
• 8 ounces sliced deli ham $
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• 1 8-ounce ball fresh mozzarella, sliced
• 1 8-ounce can pineapple chunks, drained

Preparation

1. 1. Heat oven to 425ºF. Place the pitas on a baking sheet.
   
   2. Layer the pitas with the ham, mozzarella, and pineapple.
   
   3. Bake until the pitas are crisp and the cheese has melted, 10 to 12 minutes.

 

Recipe:2

Pinto Bean and Cheese Tacos

 

 

 

Ingredients

 

• 1 15-ounce can pinto beans, rinsed
• 3/4 cup mild salsa
• 1 heart of romaine
• 8 taco shells
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar $
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Preparation

1. 1. In a small microwave-proof bowl, combine the beans and 1/2 cup of the salsa. Microwave on high until hot, 1 to 2 minutes.
   
   2. Tear the lettuce into bite-size pieces. Divide the taco shells among 4 plates (2 per plate).
   
   3. Divide the bean mixture among the taco shells and top with the lettuce, Cheddar, and the remaining 1/4 cup of salsa.

 

 

 

Recipe:  3

Peanut Butter and Chicken Noodles With Carrot and Cucumber Ribbons

Teach kids how rewarding it is to work as a team by giving them specific tasks (peeling vegetable ribbons, shredding chicken, soaking noodles) for this Asian recipe.

 

 

 

Ingredients

• 1 8-ounce package thin rice noodles or sticks
• 1 2- to 2 1/2-pound rotisserie chicken
• 1 carrot
• 1 seedless cucumber
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter $
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• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

Preparation

1. 1. Place the noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot tap water; let soak until soft, 25 to 30 minutes. Drain in a colander or large strainer.
   
   2. Meanwhile, using your fingers, shred the chicken meat, discarding the skin and bones. Use a vegetable peeler to make long strips of the carrot and cucumber.
   
   3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, and 6 tablespoons water until smooth.
   
   4. Divide the noodles, chicken, carrot, and cucumber among 4 bowls. Drizzle with the dressing.

Hope we all can have a great Mother's day ! Loves xox