Chocolate and Mint Sandwich Cookies

For Saint Patrick’s Day the children I care for and I enjoyed making these chocolate and mint sandwich cookies I found on tasteofhome web site. Be sure to allow the children to help make every part of this recipe from collecting the ingredients, mixing the ingredients, dropping the dough on the baking sheets, and spreading […]

Shamrock Sugar Cookies

Kids love baking for many reasons, including the sense of achievement, the fun of creating something, and the opportunity to bond with their caregiver. Baking can also help kids develop math skills and learn about measurements. Be sure to allow the children to help with every part of making cookies from collecting the ingredients, measuring, mixing, […]

Poached Cod in Tomato Sauce

Here is an easy fish recipe that kids really like that I found on the Nom Nom Paleo web site. Even the child that I care for that is a picky eater loves this fish recipe. I served it with sautéed vegetables and steamed rice but it would be great served on, or beside, pasta […]

Simple Egg Drop Soup

It is still winter and some have just had another huge snowstorm this week. The kiddos I care for love having a big bowl of egg drop soup after a fun and tiring day of playing in the snow. This soup recipe is so simple and can be enjoyed anytime of the year.  You Will Need: […]

Pink Strawberry Waffles

Who wouldn’t love to wake up to some delicious pink waffles for Valentine’s Day? For over 15 years I have been making this strawberry waffle recipe a former Mom Boss gave to me for Valentine’s Day. The kids will absolutely love these sweet, pink waffles anytime during the year. They are easy to make.  You […]

Valentine’s Heart-Shaped Pizza

Share the children’s love of pizza and Valentine’s Day by making this adorable homemade heart-shaped pizza. I just buy a pre-made fresh pizza dough at the store but you can make the dough yourself with the kids from scratch. If the little ones in your care like pepperoni, you can cut the pepperoni into little hearts […]

Instant Pot Potato Soup

There is nothing better than hot bowl of soup to serve little tummies on a cold winter evening. The children in my care loved this instant pot potato soup I found on the delish.com web site.  You Will Need: 6 slices bacon, cut into 1/2″ pieces1 large yellow onion, finely chopped1/4 c. all-purpose flour2 cloves […]

Savory Scallion Pancakes 

For Chinese New Year I love making my Nanny Kids this super easy scallion pancake recipe to be served with dinner or snacks like a flat bread. My former Mom Boss gave me this recipe from her mother’s recipe box. I assure you your family and your Nanny Family will love these crispy-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside flatbreads […]

Tomato and Orzo Soup

I make this tomato and orzo soup for my Nanny Family often on cold winter nights. I don’t add croutons like the recipe calls for but I do often serve the soup to the children with a grilled cheese sandwich.  You Will Need: 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 cups yellow onions (about 2 onions), diced […]

Vegan White Bean Chili

This is a vegan recipe that carnivores will love as well. Of course you can substitute vegan sour cream and cream cheese with dairy versions for the members of the family aren’t vegan. I don’t use jalapeños when making this chili for children and I don’t add radishes for children that don’t like them. I […]