Kid Friendly Recipes

Short Rib Ragu

This short rib ragu recipe is restaurant-quality and so flavorful! It's easy to make and absolutely delicious!Our Short Rib Ragu recipe features fall-off-the-bone braised beef simmered in a rich tomato and red wine sauce, enveloped in pasta. It’s a restaurant-quality homemade ragu that’s easy to make and packed with flavor. How to make Short Rib Ragu: Sear Beef: Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a Dutch oven…

Easy Homemade Apple Butter

If you’ve ever gone apple picking, you know how quickly a basket of apples can turn into way too many. That’s when I make this easy homemade apple butter recipe! A simple, healthy spread that comes together with just a few ingredients and a pot on the stove. Whenever we go apple picking, I always…

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How to Can Applesauce

Canning Applesauce is the easiest canning recipe for beginners! Only 2 ingredients: apples and water! It's easy and delicious to stock your pantry with fresh applesauce all year!We love Canning Applesauce because it’s easy, healthier and a simple way to preserve the fresh taste of fall apples all year long. How to Can Applesauce: Prep Apples: If using an applesauce maker, leave the peels and core, cut apples in half or quarters and place in a large pot with a few inches of water.…

Lasagna Rolls

These easy Lasagna Rolls are a fun twist on classic lasagna. Individual servings make them perfect for lunchboxes, weeknight dinners, or meal prep. Packed with ricotta, mozzarella, pasta, and veggies like spinach or broccoli, they’re a balanced, family-friendly meal. Why I Love This Recipe The Ingredients Substitutions and Variations How to Make Lasagna Rolls Step…

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Calzones

Three homemade Calzones on a piece of parchment paper, with the middle one cut in half showing the cheese pulling apart.This homemade Calzones recipe is easy to make with pizza dough and stuffed with your favorite toppings like cheese, meats, and vegetables. They can be made in advance and are freezer friendly. Stromboli vs Calzone: The biggest difference between calzones and stromboli are how they’re shaped and sealed. Calzones are folded in half like a…

Breakfast Burritos (Freezer Friendly)

This easy Breakfast Burritos recipe is made with fluffy eggs, flavorful sausage, and crispy hashbrowns. It's perfect for making a big batch for breakfast burrito meal prep and enjoying them on-the-go all month long!Our Breakfast Burritos recipe is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings. Packed with eggs, sausage, cheese, and your favorite fillings, they reheat perfectly and make breakfast quick, hearty, and stress-free. How to make Breakfast Burritos: Cook Hashbrowns: Cook hashbrowns in a hot greased skillet for several minutes, undisturbed, until golden and crisp on the bottom.…

Pupusas

Pupusas are warm, cheesy, stuffed corn cakes from El Salvador that are as easy to make as they are delicious. With just masa dough and your favorite fillings like beans, cheese, chicken, or veggies, you can have a quick, budget-friendly meal on the table in minutes. Why I Love This Recipe The very first time…

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Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie

The best Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie recipe has a flavorful and creamy chicken and veggie filling and topped with homemade buttery, flaky biscuits. It's a comforting family favorite!This easy Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie is our favorite way to make this ultimate comfort food, topped with golden, flaky biscuits instead of a pie crust. How to make Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits: Cook Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a low boil.…

Homemade Chili

This easy homemade chili is literally restaurant quality with excellent flavor! Enjoy it over waffles, nachos, or with a side of cornbread. It has won several chili cook-off awards!This easy Homemade Chili recipe is a WINNER, packed with hearty ground beef, sausage, beans, and a blend of bold spices, simmered to rich perfection. It’s made in one pot or a slow cooker and freezes well, too. How to make our award-winning Chili Recipe: Cook Meat and Combine: Heat olive oil in a large…

Easy Skillet Beef Chili

Nothing beats a hearty bowl of easy skillet beef chili for a quick, cozy dinner. Packed with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and warm spices, it’s ready in just 30 minutes and topped with crispy McCain Smiles fries for a fun, kid-approved twist on chili night. Why I Love This Recipe The Ingredients Variations and Substitutions…

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Frog Eye Salad

This easy Frog Eye Salad recipe is creamy, sweet, and absolutely delicious! It's made from scratch and better than the version you grew up with!This easy Frog Eye Salad recipe is sweet, creamy, and a classic potluck dessert made with acini de pepe pasta, juicy fruit, and a light, fluffy dressing. How to make Frog Eye Salad: Combine and Heat: In a saucepan, whisk together the sugar, pineapple juice, egg yolk, salt, and cornstarch, then bring the mixture to…

One Pan Skillet Lasagna

The best Skillet Lasagna is made in just one pan but has all the flavors we love from traditional time-intensive lasagna.This easy One Pan Skillet Lasagna has all the hearty, cheesy flavor of traditional lasagna, but made in just 30 minutes with one pan and no layering required. How to make Skillet Lasagna: Brown Beef: Sauté ground beef in olive oil over medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper, brown fully, and drain excess grease.…

Mashed Potatoes

This easy Mashed Potatoes recipe will steal the show at dinner! They are better than the restaurant - light, fluffy, and perfect!This easy Mashed Potatoes recipe will take your homemade mashed potatoes from average to fantastic! How to make perfect Mashed Potatoes: Prep Potatoes: Peel the potatoes (or leave the skins on, if you prefer), and cut them in half. Cook & Steam: Add potatoes to a pot with about 4 inches of water. Cover and…

Grilled Ham and Cheese

The best Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich has ham and melted cheese with crispy golden bread. It's an easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy!This easy Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwich recipe is crispy, melty, and an easy, family-friendly meal you can throw together in minutes, perfect for lunch or dinner. How to make Grilled Ham and Cheese: Assemble Sandwich: Make the honey mustard sauce by stirring all ingredients until smooth (can be made ahead and refrigerated). Optional: Spread…

Instant Pot Spaghetti

The best Instant Pot Spaghetti has a homemade meat sauce and cooks the noodles perfectly! It's the easiest weeknight meal ready in under 30 minutes!This Instant Pot Spaghetti recipe is the easiest one-pot meal ready in less than 30 minutes! Add everything to the pot and the pasta cooks right in the homemade flavorful meat sauce. How to make Instant Pot Spaghetti: Cook Meat & Assemble: Brown the meat in the Instant Pot on sauté, drain grease, and stir…

Chicken Caesar Wraps

The best Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap with juicy chicken, crunchy lettuce, tomatoes, and a delicious dressing.Our Chicken Caesar Wrap recipe is everything you love about a classic Caesar salad, wrapped up in a soft tortilla for a quick, satisfying lunch or light dinner. How to make a Chicken Caesar Wrap: Combine: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped chicken, romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing.…

Banana Oat Muffins

A plate of healthy Banana Oat Muffins ready to be enjoyed.This easy Banana Oat Muffins recipe is a wholesome, kid‑approved breakfast or snack made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, applesauce, and Greek yogurt. How to make Banana Oat Muffins: Combine: Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C) and prepare a muffin tin with non-stick spray or liners. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, brown sugar,…

Gazpacho

A classic Gazpacho recipe is the most refreshing drink or soup of Summer! The flavorful vegetables really shine and it's so easy to make in the blender in just a few minutes!This refreshing Gazpacho recipe is made from ripe summer vegetables blended into a chilled, smooth soup that’s perfect for hot days. It’s easy to make and packed with fresh flavor! How to make Gazpacho: Prep Ingredients: Break the bread into small pieces, drizzle with ¼ cup water plus a splash of olive oil and let…

Egg Salad Sandwich

A classic Egg Salad Sandwich is creamy, flavorful, and ready in minutes. Whether you’re packing school lunches, prepping for a picnic, or just want a quick bite, this easy egg salad recipe is the kind of comfort food that always is a winner. Why I Love This Recipe If there’s one food you’ll almost always…

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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders served in a basket with dipping sauce.One of our family favorites is this Air Fryer Chicken Tenders recipe that’s crispy, easy to make, and ready in minutes without the mess of deep frying. How to make Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer: Prep Chicken: Marinate chicken tenders in pickle juice for 30 minutes. In one bowl, whisk together milk and egg.…

Boba Smoothie

This easy Boba Smoothie recipe has a flavorful and tropical smoothie combined with popping boba bubbles. It's sweet, satisfying, and the perfect drink!This easy Boba Smoothie recipe blends lemonade, frozen strawberries, and mango then poured over bursting boba pearls. It’s kid-friendly, fun to sip, and easy to customize! How to make Boba Smoothies: Blend and Assemble: Pour ¼ cup boba into each cup. In a blender, add lemonade or tea and frozen fruit and blend until smooth.…

Baked Tacos

Baked Tacos lined on a baking tray, topped with salsa, sour cream and lettuce.Our easy Baked Tacos recipe is perfect for dinner any night, or for feeding a crowd, with crispy ready in under 30 minutes, that you can prep ahead of time. How to make Baked Tacos: Cook Taco Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces. Drain…

Chicken Kabobs

A wooden cutting board with easy Chicken Kabobs with marinated chicken, bell peppers, and onion. It's a simple grilled dish that only takes 10 minutes to prep!Our easy Chicken Kabobs recipe is a quick and flavorful dinner you can make in advance, with juicy marinated chicken and colorful veggies. How to make Chicken Kabobs: Marinate Chicken: combine soy sauce, oil, sprite, garlic powder, and horseradish. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and add to the marinade; refrigerate for 1–3 hours. Grill Kabobs:…

Peanut Noodles

A bowl of saucy Peanut Noodles is comforting, flavorful, and perfect for a quick weeknight since it's ready in just 15 minutes!This Peanut Noodles recipe is a weeknight lifesaver that only takes 15 minutes! The udon noodles are tossed in the easiest homemade peanut sauce that can be made mild or spicy. How to make Peanut Noodles: Cook Pasta: Follow package directions to cook pasta then drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water. Make Sauce and Serve:…

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