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May 20, 2025
Encouragement is the Key for Kids Cooking in the Kitchen
Who doesn't want our kid(s) know how to cook and have their own independence?
But different kids advance at different pace. Be patient!
Here are a list of kid-friendly recipes that you can cook with yours. Some are simple and some are more advanced for different age groups and skill levels.
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May 18, 2025
Learning Measurement in the Kitchen
For kids had never picked up any measuring cups or spoons, this is like a new adventure.
But for those who have learned cooking in the past, it may still sometimes need a moment to think about it.
Why not getting the kids in the kitchen and learn together again? Plus, it's a great bonding time.
May 16, 2025
Easiest Way to Help Kids to Learn Cutting
Using an onion chopper to cut up some vegetables is one of the easiest way to learn cutting.
This salad recipe will help kids to learn kitchen safety and eating healthy.
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May 14, 2025
Put Those Muscles Into Good Use
I made this lemonade concentrate every year with my son. It gets to the point that he can make it on his own with his eyes close.
Start cooking with kids when they are young, you will help to path their path to success and independence.
May 12, 2025
Fine Tuned Kids' Motor Skill
Not until I asked my son to help me to ice these cookies, I realized that this is something kids need to learn.
Who doesn't like cookies? That's another way to make them to work for it.
May 11, 2025
Easy Dinner Ideas
Easy Dinner Ideas, with recipes and common sense cooking tips show you the surprising power of family meals and how to make dinner time family time.
May 10, 2025
A Win-Win Recipe for Kids to Enjoy Cooking and Eating At the Same Time
As much as I try to keep my kids away from sweet stuff, you do need to let loose sometimes.
This jello recipe helps kids to learn measurement and some "chemistry" lessons. It's perfect for summer time all the way around.
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May 09, 2025
Oven Baked Beef Brisket Recipe | Better Than Brooks' House of Bar-B-Q
Oven baked beef brisket recipe surely beats Brooks' BBQ. Guarantee you will be addicted to this easy and delicious main course and wow everyone at your table.
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May 08, 2025
A Recipe for Older Kids to Cook
Children at the age of around 9-10 years old can try out this recipe, such as cutting up the meat or adding marinade ingredients and marinate the meat.
It will slowly help them to build up the confidence of knowing what to do in the kitchen.
May 06, 2025
Let Your Kids to Fix You A Quick Breakfast
Cold cuts, cheese and soft tortilla are all they need.
This is one of the recipes to make your kids proud of themselves.
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May 04, 2025
Keep Kids Busy During Summer Time
Parents, if you work from home and your kids are on school summer vacation, it can be chaotic.
Instead of letting them hanging out with the electronics, why not make it productive to make them learn something?
We are going to go through several kid-friendly recipes that will have them actively participating and busy.
Stay tuned!
May 02, 2025
No More Boring Hot Dogs
Got the smashed burgers on the grill. How about some special hot dogs on the stove top?
Guarantee these hot dogs will great memories for this year's 4th of July.
Apr 30, 2025
Salad That "Survives" Better In the Heat (III)
4th of July is in summer. But this salad is called "spring mix" pasta salad. It sounds contradictory to each other. But looking further, this is one of the perfect side dishes for the occasion.
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Apr 28, 2025
Salad That "Survives" Better In the Heat (II)
Refreshing ingredients with a touch of heat with its dressing, this salad is great to cool everybody off under the hot sun.
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Apr 26, 2025
Salad That "Survives" Better In the Heat (I)
Cold side dishes are very common in a cookout. Salad is almost like a must in this kind of gathering.
There are some salad definitely surviving better in the heat. Stay tuned for more salad recipes similar to this one.
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Apr 25, 2025
Chicken and Broccoli Recipe Redefining An Easy Dinner in Keto Style
Chicken and broccoli recipe is super versatile. Diet or not, a dinner will make everybody happy without making separate dinner for your carb-eating family.
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Apr 24, 2025
Could Smashed Burger Make Your Cookout Easier?
When you have a big crowd to serve in your 4th of July cookout, you will need to cook food in batches.
Since there are a few picky eaters in our family, smashed burgers work out better for us because it cooks quicker. Best of all, we don't need to worry about burning the food, but with raw meat inside.
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Apr 22, 2025
4th of July Dessert Upgraded to Grown-Up Version
This is a very versatile dessert. If your cookout is going to have some alcohol, you can blend in some in this dessert.
Make sure that you will have some signs to separate out those for kids. Food safety is the first priority.
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Apr 20, 2025
4th of July - The Month of Celebrating Old Glory
It's a big event, not only in the United States, but also in my household. 4th of July is the birthday month of many people and the country. So, it's time to make some national theme food.
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Apr 18, 2025
Still Trying to Figure Out Father's Dinner Plan?
There are too many options out there for you to choose. I know it so well.
Don't worry! Here is the list that most dads would love. It will help you to narrow down only a few choices to make his day.
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Apr 16, 2025
What's for Dessert? (II)
A mini dessert that dad can finish it in one bite.
Well, several one-bites.
Apr 14, 2025
What's for Dessert? (I)
Most dads love dessert. Some prefer something more comforting while the others choose to have something one-bite. You know what I mean.
There are many choices for dad. So, what is your plan on Father's Day?
Apr 13, 2025
Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts | SmasH Burger Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Crispy roasted brussels sprouts is a copycat recipe that you can make a tons at home with a very low budget. It's a KEEPER.
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Apr 12, 2025
Appetizers for Father's Day (III)
Dad may finish a big portion of this. Don't worry! There is enough to feed the others.
Apr 11, 2025
Spiced Pork Recipe | Korean Kimchi Tofu Pork Stir-Fry
Spiced pork recipe savors spicy delight with low-carb shirataki noodles and kimchi. Perfect for Keto fans craving Asian flavors guilt-free. Quick and zesty!
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Apr 11, 2025
Creamy Ham and Potato Soup | Transforming Leftover to Crowd Pleaser
Creamy ham and potato soup is a leftover makeover recipe. No leftover? Don't worry. Many options to make this a one-pot soup for the win.
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Apr 10, 2025
Appetizers for Father's Day (II)
Something juicy and something salty. One bite and there will be flavor explosion.
It's super easy to make. And it is super easy to make dad happy.
Apr 09, 2025
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Creamy mashed potatoes, a classic recipe shows you the steps of back to basic. An awesome side dish that goes with any feast.
Apr 08, 2025
Appetizers for Father's Day (I)
You know that dad won't have enough for just a dinner. There got to be something to munch on.
If dad loves hot and spicy food, this meatball side dish is for him.
Apr 06, 2025
Unlimited Shrimp for Father's Day Dinner
Lobsters may be a bit too expensive. Shrimp is another great option to choose. If so, cook by shrimp skewers and cook them on the grill. It is for sure a crowd pleaser for both dad and the rest of the family.
Apr 04, 2025
Surf & Turf for Father's Day Dinner
We introduced a couple steak dinners (turf). Now is the time for the seafood (surf). If you can go all out, that will make dad's day.
Apr 02, 2025
The Thought Counts
This is a cheaper cut of meat to make steak dinner. If you have a big family, this is for sure more affordable which is about half of the price of porterhouse, T-bone or stripe steaks.
I can guarantee you that dad still enjoys it on Father's Day.
Mar 31, 2025
Meat Lover Dad Will Absolutely Love This
Most fathers love meat. Steaks are always the first thing coming to mind for celebrating Father's Day.
This definitely is my number 1 go to recipe. But if budget is limited, stay tuned for other great alternatives.
Mar 29, 2025
Let's Plan A Very Memorable Memorial Day
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Mar 27, 2025
Juicy Grilled Pork Chops for A Change
Burgers and hot dogs are on the grill most of the time throughout the summer. I do love to have something different like this pork chop recipes.
Mar 25, 2025
Grill Food for Seafood Lovers
Shrimp skewers and cooked on the grill sounds amazing. In fact, it cooks really quick as well which is perfect for Memorial Day cookout to feed a big crowd.
Mar 23, 2025
It's Time to Use Both Your Oven and Grill
The beauty of Memorial Day weather is cool enough that you still can turn on the oven. Of course for those who can't wait to have the grill on, you can do that as well.
To feed an army, I would highly recommend to use both to be stress-free.
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Mar 21, 2025
Easiest Burger to Start a Cookout Season
In upstate NY, Memorial Day is always the day to mark as the opening day of many tourist attractions.
It is also a start of the cookout season after a cold winter.
I am sure that you can't wait to have some burgers on the grill. How about some homemade smash burger?
Mar 19, 2025
A Meaningful Memorial Day
Before starting the Memorial Day cookout series, I want to pay tribute and honor to the men and women who sacrificed their lives for our freedom and country.
I also want to salute to their families because they lost their husbands/wives, sons/daughters, fathers/mothers and opportunities to build great memories together.
I THANK YOU to those who scarified for us
Mar 17, 2025
Dinner Plans for Mother's Day
You just want your mom to relax on her special day, but still struggle what to plan.
Well, here are 9 dinner plans of different themes that you can feed mom to show your appreciation and everyone else in the family to celebrate it together with her.
Mar 15, 2025
A Better Dessert Alternative for Mom
If mom wants to have something sugary is one thing.
But what if mom wants to have her Mother's Day dessert much lighter and healthier? Here is a great option.
Mar 13, 2025
One of the Best Ways to Give Best Wishes to Mom
Chinese tradition is always having a bowl of noodles on special occasion, such as birthday, Mother's Day and Father's Day.
It implies the best wishes from the children to their mother longevity. How great it will be to serve a dish like this on her special day!
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Mar 11, 2025
What A Heartwarming Dinner!
This recipe may have been created for Valentine's Day! But the color theme goes so well on Mother's Day, too.
Check out the other side dishes go along with it.
Mar 09, 2025
Does Your Mom Love to Eat Light?
Mothers love to eat light and save room later for dessert 'cos there is always room for dessert. Does that sound familiar to you?
Well, if that's the case, maybe introduce this recipe on Mother's Day!
Mar 08, 2025
Ham and Cabbage Soup Recipe | One Recipe in Two Ways
Ham and cabbage soup recipe turns a leftover meaty bone into a healthy and comfort meal.You choose to cook either the Italian or Chinese way with minimal twist.
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Mar 07, 2025
30+ Chinese Recipes for Family Dinner
Chinese recipes for family dinner have 20+ delicious and easy meal ideas better than take-out. Making Chinese is as simple as that.
Mar 07, 2025
For Every Mother Who Loves Chinese Food
Most mothers tend to be open-minded when it comes to food. My mom, mother-in-law and sister-in-law do enjoy Chinese food on Mother's Day.
What's the most popular Chinese soup do you think of? Could it be this one?
Mar 05, 2025
Way to Deal with Fluctuating Spring Weather
It's hot and it's cold. The swing of the temperature in spring is sometimes too much for us to deal with.
This quick and easy family-friendly recipe will give you the comfort to balance everything out.
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Mar 03, 2025
Salad Recipe Great For All Outdoor Activities
You may want to go on a picnic, a baseball game or just hiking to stretch your legs. This is a great salad to bring along with you.
Pack the lettuces separately and assemble everything together when you are ready to enjoy it.
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