RECIPE: PIZZA
/Practice makes perfect, so give this pizza recipe a try in the next week or so, and you'll be ready in time for your Superbowl event!
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Practice makes perfect, so give this pizza recipe a try in the next week or so, and you'll be ready in time for your Superbowl event!
Read MoreThese granola bars are a great alternative to a packaged option from the store!
Read MoreWe think pancakes make a delicious and quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Give ours a try and let us know what you think. If you have any questions, send us an email at [email protected]!
Read MoreHave you had a sample of our breakfast casserole and are back for the recipe? You can make this as a large casserole or, for a quick grab-n-go, make it in individual portions.
Read MoreAre your kids up for a #realfood4kids challenge? We want them (and you!) to try 50 different fruits and vegetables this summer! We've put together a list to get you started. Share your progress with us!
Read MoreWho's in? We'll get you started with ⭐️5⭐️ kid-friendly ideas to add some color to your plate, plus reasons WHY it’s so important!
Read MoreSay Cheese! There’s so much science in cooking and here’s a great experiment to do at home. Bonus: the results are edible!
Read MoreWho else has tried to soften butter, only to have it explode in the microwave or melt too quickly into a puddle?
Read MoreOur passion for teaching is fueled by your kids, the energy and enthusiasm they bring to the kitchen, the pride they take in their creations, AND knowing that we've shared a little bit of knowledge with them that they can use for a lifetime.
Read MoreFor many of us with kids in our lives, we have Spring Break around this timeframe. Whether you're staying home or traveling, use this break as an opportunity to try something new in the world of food!
Read MoreSpring Rolls are one of the recipes that we love making with kids because it’s very hands-on and because many of the …hmmm, I’m not sure about that…. typically turns into …those were delicious! There are many opportunities to practice chopping and peeling and work with a wrapper, too!
Read MoreDid you know that up to 40% of food is wasted each and every year in America? That’s tough on our wallets, tough on the environment, and hard to grasp for those who are food insecure.
Are you ready to start reducing food waste? Here are some tips on how you can help:
Read MoreStart by drinking an extra glass of water today! 💦
Water is the best source of staying hydrated, which staves off dizziness, weakness, low blood pressure, and feeling sluggish and tired.
Other beverages will help keep you hydrated, but….
We know how easy it can be to use food as a reward for all sorts of things - behaving appropriately, scoring well on a test, being a good teammate, getting a shot at the doctor’s office. And, let's face it..."reward food" is usually junk food and candy, not a salad or a piece of fruit!
But, the more food is used as a reward, the more kids expect it and come to rely on it. Using food as a reward often leads to…
We came up with this recipe during the pandemic and it’s been a winner ever since! We took a favorite treat and made it into a bar, no roasting over the fire was required! You can individualize these by making them in mini silicone cups or muffin tins. There’s even an adaptation for a gluten-free diet! Enjoy!
Read MoreKids are always amazed by the transformation that occurs when a seemingly boring batter goes into the oven and comes out looking, smelling, and tasting amazing! Popovers take the fun up a notch because they really POP! And, for the science geeks out there, this occurs without any of the common leavening ingredients like baking soda, baking powder, or yeast.
Read MoreMy mom made these delicious chocolate cookies only during the holidays, which made them all the more special. With a rich chocolate cookie, topped with a maraschino cherry, and slathered in chocolate frosting, what could be better?
Read MoreWe're sharing our Kid-Favorite Gingerbread Recipe below so you can get the kids in the kitchen this holiday season. It's perfect for cookies, and you can also use it to make a house! Our recommended dimensions are included.
Read MoreWe know kids can be picky when it comes to soup! Once they have fun chopping veggies and putting it all together in the pot along with some fun-shaped pasta, they’ll be ready to devour it! If you’re nervous about chopping with small fingers, check out our kid-safe knives in our Marketplace. They give kids the opportunity to practice cutting food without running the risk of cutting themselves. This recipe is pretty flexible, so use what you have on hand.
Read MoreIt’s football season and time to gather with friends and family to watch the big game! Let your kids get involved in prepping the food by making this easy recipe!
Read MoreReal Food 4 Kids offers hands-on cooking classes for kids and teens. Classes teach a variety of basic cooking skills and are available in-person in Des Moines, Iowa or can be attended virtually from anywhere.
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“This morning EJ made an omelet crafted from left over ribeye, sautéd red onions, green peppers, tomatoes and serrano pepper (as EJ said “for some heat”) and mozzarella cheese. You’ve made such an impact on him!! Thanks for showing him your love, kindness and craft!”
— Megan W
“You have such a way with kids (patience & organization, too!); thanks for creating Real Food 4 Kids - it’s such a wonderful and unique program. It’s really helping Josie with her confidence, even beyond cooking!”
— Carolyn
“The information presented is invaluable; I learned many new things! Children have a right to know what is in the food that they are eating/being provided. I think a huge ‘eye-opener’ was listening to them try to pronounce the ingredients off the label.”
— Kristel Kautzky, School Principal
“My son really enjoyed it. He wants to be a chef and is already planning his restaurant menu :) I appreciate it so much all the work you put into making this so well organized, and amazing.”
— Carrie
“The fun way in which vegetables were presented and the experience of trying them with his peers did more for my picky eater than all of my experience as a pediatrician. After one visit from Real Food 4 Kids, my first grader is now requesting peppers or salad in his lunchbox daily.”
— Christy Sullivan, mother of 5, Pediatrician, & President of St. Augustin School Board
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