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Cookin' With The Kids

  • Image of Hatch Chile, Blueberries and Corn Salad
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: July 4th Picnic Salad

    July 2017
    Here’s a scrumptious, easy-to-prepare side dish that your young kitchen helpers can contribute to the family’s Fourth of July picnic table with just a little help.
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  • Image of Apple Edamame-Garbanzo Salad with Avocado-Lime Dressing
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: Apple Harvest Salad

    September 2016
    Across the country, especially in northern states from Maine to the Pacific Northwest, September brings the first pick of new-crop apples to retail stands in sales promotion volume.
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  • Image of Jicama Sticks
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: Jicama Sticks

    May 2016
    In the spirit of May’s Cinco de Mayo celebrations, here’s a fun snack or appetizer appropriately dressed in the colors of the Mexican flag that is very kid-friendly both in preparation and taste!
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  • Image of Watermelon Soup
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: Watermelon, Soup or Salad

    June 2013
    Summertime, kids and watermelon are a very classic combination. Here are two recipes that your kids can help prepare for the family’s backyard BBQ menu using this iconic summer favorite in a side dish that requires no cooking.
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  • Image of Nectarine and Chickpea Couscous Salad
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: BBQ Support

    May 2013
    In anticipation of moving the family kitchen outdoors for the summer grilling season, here are two recipes that keep your sous chefs involved, and takes advantage of the season’s soft fruit harvest.
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  • Image of Quinoa and Apple Stuffed Red Bell Peppers
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: Bell Peppers

    September 2011
    Here are two connected recipes that will give your kitchen helpers a real lesson in efficient meal planning as well as change the meaning of the word “leftovers”!
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