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Cookin' With The Kids

  • Zucchini Tots
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: Zucchini Tots!

    March 2019
    Here’s an easy recipe that is perfect for introducing a very young helper to the kitchen. The short list of simple ingredients requires no sharp knives or open flame stovetop to make. 
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  • Feijoas & Mushrooms
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Side: Tropical Mushrooms

    February 2019
    In the U.S. marketplace Feijoas, also known as pineapple guava, are still considered an exotic specialty fruit that is usually tucked away in an obscure corner of a retailer’s tropical fruit section. 
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  • Apple Cheddar Soup
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: Apple-Cheddar Winter Soup

    January 2019
    Here’s an unusual recipe that will grab the attention of young kitchen helpers because it makes a warming, deeply flavorful soup using two of kids’ favorite snack foods: fresh apples and cheddar cheese! 
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  • Three-Cheese Holiday Dip
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: Three-Cheese Holiday Dip

    December 2018
    While the holidays can be a hectic time in the kitchen, the season also presents an opportunity for your kids to learn a few culinary lessons that may come in handy when they are the ones doing the entertaining in years to come.
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  • Image of Grilled Leftovers Salad
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: Last Night’s Chicken & Red Grape Salad

    August 2018
    One of the tastiest side effects of the August grilling season is that bowl of leftover chicken pieces, chilled overnight in the aromas of last night’s fire. No matter what “secret sauce” was used, that day-after goodness is almost better than the original serving!
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  • Image of Pizza Bells
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Sides: Pizza Bells!

    July 2018
    Here’s a fun pizza-making lesson for your young kitchen helpers to try without having to worry about all those doughy, empty calories that are usually a part of this kid favorite.
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