I’m so lucky to care for Nanny Kids that are willing to try new recipes with me. Spaghetti squash is so sweet and delicious. I typically don’t use salt and pepper so feel free to add the extra seasonings if you want to. Serve this healthy recipe with a salad and a big hunk of […]
Patriotic fruit kabobs are such a fun way to serve refreshing watermelon and blueberries on a hot Labor Day weekend. The children loved helping cut out the watermelon stars and making the skewers. You Will Need: Watermelon Blueberries Small Star Cookie Cutter Wooden Skewers What to Do: 1. Cut watermelon into 1 inch slices. 2. […]
This is a quick and healthy lunch and snack I bring to my nanny job with me. I adjusted the recipe found on spendwithpennies web site. You can store the leftover Chickpea Salad covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir to refresh flavors and serve cold. You Will Need: 1 Avocado 1/2 […]
This is a delicious Vegan Teriyaki “Chicken” Stir-Fry that’s meat-free, plant-based, and made with tofu and vegetables. Start with a frozen block of tofu. Freezing the tofu will yield a much chewier texture. Additionally, you’ll be able to get more of the water out of the tofu. This is an easy and healthy dish to […]
Tacos are great because kids can add any toppings they like. I found a recipe on the Natashas Kitchen web site and adjusted it to the family’s liking. For my Nanny Family it’s all about the special taco sauce. Just adjust the ingredients and seasonings for the individual liking. For example, I use soft flour […]
I love these beautiful and delicious zucchini and roasted red pepper egg bites. I saw the recipe on the erekav Instagram page but adjusted it a bit. I used liquid egg whites rather than cracking eggs. I like roasting my own red pepper but you can just buy a jar of roasted red peppers at […]
Summer usually means making s’mores by a campfire. But since it rained this week the kids and I decided to make these s’mores cookies indoors from the simply recipes web site. Make sure to let the children help you collect the ingredients, mix the ingredients, and help scoop the cookie dough to prepare it to […]
I finally made a salmon recipe the kids love as much as their parents! It’s the Asian inspired marinade and attention to not overcook the fish that makes it so moist and yummy. I served it it with brown rice and cucumbers (since I let the children pick their own vegetables). The parents enjoyed cauliflower […]
My Nanny Kids love mangos. So for dinner this week I found this grilled chicken with black bean and mango salsa recipe on the skinnytaste website. For a vegetarian version, I just served brown rice with the salsa to complete a protein. The salsa is so good I am going to try serving it with […]
I love trying new ways to serve veggies. The children and their parents love this Asian flavored cucumber salad. It is a light and refreshing salad to serve for yourself and others with Asian meals or as a side dish this summer. Adjust the spices to your liking. Be sure to let the kids help. […]
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