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What you will need:4 Pieces of boneless Chicken Breast Pounded thin8 Tablespoons of Sun dried tomato Olive Dip1 bunch fresh basil (about 16 leaves)2 cups uncooked spinach8 sun dried tomatoesSpread 2 tablespoons of Dip on each chicken breast. Top each Chicken breast with 4 leaves of basil and equally divide the spinach among the breasts. Top with 2 tomatoes. Roll from the narrowest point

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What you will need:5 cloves of Garlic1 8 oz Block of Cream Cheese1/2 cup of sun dried tomatoes (Not packed in oil) 1/2 Cup of Kalamata Olives drained6 oz Feta CheeseWe like to have alot of Sun dried Tomatoes and Olives in foods we cook. Sun dried tomatoes are usually in the produce section and can come packed in oil, dry, or moist. I look for the tomatoes that still are moist. I do not

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Who says gold boxes of $15 truffles are the only way to go this holiday season?What you will need:8 oz Neufchatel or Cream Cheese1 bag Milk chocolate chips (I use Ghirardelli)1 bag Semisweet Chocolate chips4 tablespoons instant coffeesprinkles or nuts or Chocolate covered espresso beans to topIn a double boiler melt 8 Oz of Milk Chocolate (about 2/3rds of a bag). In a separate bowl whip cream

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What you will need:1 bag bittersweet chocolate chips (I like Ghirardelli for my chocolate)1 bag White Chocolate10 Candy Canes (Smashed into very small pieces)Using a double boiler or a double boiling method melt bittersweet chocolate. Spread Chocolate into a thin layer on top of parchment paper. Allow to cool about 30 minutes in refrigerator. In a clean bowl melt white chocolate. Once fully

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I am going to share some of my new and old favorite Holiday recipes. Since my toddler is almost two he is starting to eat more general foods so I will probably add more favoites.

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My New Years resolution has been to learn to bake. My neighbor gave me this recipe for Challah Bread. While time consumptive it is very easy and fun. I have added her traditional braid instructions, but you can also make short lengths rolled and knot it up in a nice manor and make rolls. Both are delicious.What you will need:1 pkg - active dry yeast 2 eggs slightly beaten1 ¼ C warm water

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These banana snacks are truly one of my favorite childhood memories. My best friend as a very little girl had a Nana that she generously shared with me. When we were at Nana's house she would give us these Banana treats and now that my son is old enough to try them I was so excited when she shared the recipe with me.What you will need1 1/2 cups of Peanuts finely crushed.1/4 cup honey6 teaspoons

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What you will need:2 Chicken breasts1 brick frozen Winter Squash1 package Cheese Ravioli (cooked)1/2 cup Cream, Milk or half and halfchopped walnuts (optional)Parmesean Cheesesalt pepper Olive OilSeason chicken with salt and pepper. Heat pan with Olive oil and sear chicken on each side about 5 minutes until throughly cooked. In a sauce pan cook squash until warm. Add milk. Stir until well

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What you will need:Prepared Bechamel5 medium potatoes sliced very thin (I use the slicer on my grater)2 onions sliced thin1 cup sharp cheddar3 tablespoons dijon mustardsalt and pepperMix dijon mustard into bechamel. In ovenware layer potatoes then onions then potatoes then onions then potatoes. Top with Cheddar. Pour Bechemel over and top with a little salt and pepper. Bake in oven at 375 until

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I wanted to add this recipe because I make alot of things and use this delicious lower fat creamy sauce. It is really easy. This recipe makes enough bechamel for a small lasagna, or a serving of 10-12 for scalloped potatoes, or a full 1 lb box od pastas worth of mac and cheese.What you need:3 cups skim milk (divided 2 cups and 1 cup)3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons floursalt and pepperTo make:

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Freddie is slowly learning the kitchen. This week he helped prepare Vegetable Soup. But today he impressed me with his Skills (well it may be simple and an accident but it made a messy snack less so.Freddie's Cheerios BoatWhat you will need:1 banana halved both thenthwise and widthwise1 tablespoon peanut butterhand full of cheeriosSpread peanut butter on top of banana and dip in Cheerios. Now I

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What you will need:Puff Pastry cut into 9 Squares1 Zucchini1 yellow Squash2 Carrots9 slices of American Cheese1 cup Shredded Cheddar CheeseDijon mustardButter (1 teaspoon)Olive Oil (1 Teaspoon)This recipe will make 9 pieces. They can be made smaller (cut each square of pastry and cheese into 4 squares before filling) if you are looking for a kid Friendly/adult friendly appetizer.Using a box

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Well its been awhile since I have started this blog, and I have really never posted anything but a recipe. I have started tracking my hits with a sitemeter and have found there are a couple forums that are enjoying my blog and a few people that have linked my blog to theirs and I want to say thank you! I am surprised that people actually find this useful and encourage you to contact me if there

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What you will need:8 slices of bread2 eggs whisked with a fork1/4 cup Cream cheese softened2 tablespoons Fruit Puree or 1/4 cup fresh berries of your choicebutter or cooking sprayTake cream cheese and fruit (or puree), and mix well. Evenly distribute cream cheese mixture on four slices of bread. Top each slice with another slice. Dip each "sandwich" into eggs and make sure both sides are

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What you will need:1 jar prepared pesto1 lb Pasta2 cans diced tomatoes drainedPrepare pasta per directions. While warm add Pesto. Mix well and add tomatoes. This is a great cold pasta salad. Serves 6-8

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What you will need:3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts2 cans artichoke hearts, drained1 teaspoon Olive oil1 tablespoon basil8 cloves garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped½ cup white wine (or chicken broth)1 bag spinachPepper (to taste)In Slow Cooker place chicken on the bottom of the stoneware. Top with artichokes, Garlic and basil. Pour in wine. Drizzle olive oil on top. Cook for 4 hours

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What you will need:1 cup cooked pasta1 tablespoon butter1/2 cooked chicken breast diced1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (Grated)1/2 cup frozen Peas (cooked)1/2 cup diced carrots steamed until soft1/2 cup broccoli crowns steamed and cut up in small piecesMelt butter over cooked pasta and mix in vegetables and chicken. Mix in most of the cheese and top with remaining cheese. This will feed two children.

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What you will need:3 Avacados1 pinch Cumin1 pinch groud corriander1 pinch salt1 pinch pepper1 garlic clove minced1/2 bag tortilla Chips2 cups shredded cheese(Serves 4)Start by skinning and pitting avacados and crushing flesh with a fork. Add Cumin, Corriander, salt, pepper and garlic. Continue to crush until avocados are a creamy consistancy. Turn over to broil on high. In a pan layer

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What you will need:1 Tortilla (Fajita sized)1/4 cup cooked Diced or Shredded chicken1/4 cup Cheese1/4 cup Broccoli (Diced and cooked)1 tablespoon Guacamole1 tablespoon mild salsaPreheat oven to 350. Spread guacamole on tortilla. Layer broccoli and Chicken and top with Cheese. Roll up and secure closed with a toothpick. Put in oven for about 20 minutes. Allow to cool and slice for little

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What you will need:2 slices of bread (Freddie likes the very thin by peppridge farms)Sweet potato (baked about 3 tablespoons)1/2 of a chicken breast (Diced into very small pieces)2 slices American Cheese1 teaspoon of butter divded in halfSpread each slice of bread with sweet potato. Add chicken to each slice of bread. Top with Cheese and make a sandwich. Melt half butter in pan on medium high

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What you will need:Chicken breastrosemary (a pinch)balsamic Vinegar (1-2 tablespoons)Veggies (I used yellow squash, french cut green beans onions and pepper)When we recently had BBQ Chicken pouches I only had a very spicy sauce so I made this as an alternative for Freddie. He ate the entire thing! You can use Frozen Veggies with out defrosting them as well.Place all ingredients on foil. Fold to

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What you will need:2 cans Chickpeas drained2 cups defrosted peas1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz) **DRAINED**1 lb Spaghetti3/4 cup broth1/2 teaspoon red pepper4 cloves diced garlicolive oilflat leaf parsley to topSalt and pepper to tasteOK some people hate chickpeas but I have to recommend this it is not overly Chickpeaish but it is really delicious and almost Creamy. This is adapted from a Rachel Ray

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What you will need:FoilChicken Breastonion slicedbell pepper SlicedBBQ saucePlace all ingredients on foil and fold gently to allow room for air. Poke with a knife and bake at 350 about 45 minutes. Serve with extra BBQ sauce as the sauce becomes watery when it cooks.If you have a family where some like spicy others like Mild. Make a separate pouch for each person. Some Spicy some not. For an older

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What you will need:2 slices of Raisin Bread1 tablespoon Cream cheese1 Tablespoon fruit SpreadIt s a simple Idea, but a real hit for Freddie!Mix Cream Cheese and Fruit spread together. Spread Cream cheese mixture on one side of the bread and make a sandwich.

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What you will need:The bones and skin from a Cooked or uncooked Chicken5 or 6 carrots chopped up in big pieces4 or Five stalks of Celery Chopped in thirds (leaves are fine too)4 onions Peeled and Quartered5 cloves of galric smashedWaterWhile this is not a traditional toddler food it does make the most flavorful soup ever. Add noodles or dumplings to this stock once it is prepared and you will

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What you will need:5-8 Red potaotes washed (not peeled)Extra Virgin Olive OilSalt and Pepper4 tablespoons rosemaryDice potatoes and placein a bowl. Microwave 8 minutes.Place potatoes in a casserole dish and drizzle about 3 tablespoons of olive oil ontop of potatoes. Sprinkle salt and papper and rosemary. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes. If the potatoes are not browned to your liking turnoven to

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What you will need:4 boneless - Skinless Chicken breasts1 large bunch of broccoli1 can Cream of Chicken soup (reducde fat and sodium)1 cup Shreaded Cheddar cheese1/2 Cup milk1/4 cup Mayonaise (Hellman's or Best's)4 tablespoon Dijon MustardGround black Pepper (to taste)Preheat oven at 350. On a medium heat cook chicken breast in a little water. Cook five minutes on each side. Steam broccoli and

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What you will need:2 lbs Meatloaf mix (or 1 lb Ground pork and 1 lbs Ground beef)1 cup Bread crumbs2 eggs1 brick of spinach defrosted and drained6 cloves minced garlic (Miniced and divided)1 tblsp each oregano, basil, parsley1/4 cup parmesean cheese1/4 cup dried onion flakes1/4 cup rice cereal1/4 Cup milk1 can Peeled plum tomatoes1 jar your fav sauceSalt and pepper to tasteIn a baking pan pour

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What you will need:2 Eggs whisked3 slices Whole wheat breadOnion powderGarlic PowderDijon MustardPepperPaprikaWisk eggs and a Pinch of Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Paprika, and Pepper. Take bread and spread mustardon one side. Dip in egg. Place in buttered heated skillet (medium heat) and brown on both sides. Serve with sliced tomato or cheese on top.

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What you will need:1 can Manwich Sloppy Joe Sauce1 onion Chopped1 package of Ground turkey1 package chopped spinach thawedWe made this and Freddie ate it much better then when we had omitted the spinach. To spice it up for adults spinkle a little hot sauce on top before serving.Brown and break up turkey in Pan. Add onion and cook until translucent. Mix in spinach and sauce until heated through.

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What you Will need:1 or two slices of Bread (One was enough for Freddie)1 egg (whippedwith a wire wisk)2 teaspoons of Jam (we like Pear or apple butter)butter or cooking sprayI came up with this recipe this morning. It is fantastic because you can sweeten without using powdered sugar or sticky syrup. It is neat enough for those still using hands.Take bread and spread jam on one side of bread

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What you will need:2 eggs1/8th cup Rice1/8th cup black Beans1 tablespoon diced tomatoes or Salsa1/4 cup Shredded Cheese1 tablespoon chopped cilantro1/4 avocado dicedThis is a great recipe to use the left over black beans and rice you may have.In a non stick skillet add Rice, beans, tomato and cilantro. Heat until warmed and mix in eggs. Slowly scramble eggs into mixture and when eggs have cooked

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What you will need:1 Egg3 tablespoons Spinach chopped and cooked1/4 cup shredded cheese1 ham SteakIn a non stick skillet gentle scramble egg and add spinach in small amounts at a time. when firm top with cheese.Heat Ham Steak up in skillet intil warmed (medium heat). Slice into sticks or small pieces depending on your childs eating ability.

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What you will need:1 cup cooked rice1/4 cup cooked black beans1/4 cup diced tomatoes (not drained)1/4 cup grated Cheddar Cheese1 tablespoon chopped cilantroWe were having burritos for dinner, and needed an option Freddie could eat. Since the meat was a bit tough for him we used the other fillings to come up with this meal (Which he loved).Mix all ingredients together in a bowl warm slightly if

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What you will need:1 avocado1 banana1/2 cup plain yogurtThis recipe was given to me by my friend Meredith. She suggest using this puree on a sandwich with banana slices.Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.

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What you will need:1 carrot Diced small2 cups chicken broth1/4 cup finely shreaded and chopped Chicken breast1/2 cup Pastine pastaThis is a great started foor for infants. You can omit the carrots at first. This is also a very popular soup with sick kids as the Pastine looks like little stars.In a covered pot over medium heat boil Carrots and broth. When carrots are soft add chicken and pastine.

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What you will need:3 Tablespoons Ricotta1 teaspoon prepared Pesto1 cup cooked pasta (Rotini)1/4 cup chopped SpinachIn a Bowl mix Ricotta and pesto. Adding a small amount at a time slowly mix spinach in. Add Pasta and mix well until coated. Serve warm.

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What you will need:1 egg3 Tablespoons Milk2 tablespoons Chopped Spinach2 tablespoons Ricotta1 tablespoon butterMix egg and milk with a wisk. In a frying pan melt butter and warm spinach. Break up spinach and add egg mixture. Using a fork stir eggs until semi cooked. Add Ricotta in 1/2 tablespoon at a time. Stir until eggs a fully cooked. Serve. You can use a different cheese if you prefer.

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What you will need:1 lb hot Italian sausage- ground1 medium onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced2 26oz jars marinara sauce6 Tbsp bottled basil pesto1 lb penne pasta1/2 lb mozzarella cheese1 Cup parmesan cheese1 bag (6 oz) spinach (frozen, thawed, works fine)This recipe is my friend Laurs's favorite. It is her Mother in Law's recipe and it is fantastic. I added about 12 oz of spinach.In large

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What you will need:8 Potatoes peeled and diced1/2 stick of butterMilkSalt and Pepper to tasteIn a large pot of water boil potatoes until soft. Strain potatoes and put in a large bowl. Using a masher or a fork crush potatoes. Add butter and mix using a hand mixer. Pour in milk 1/4 cup at a time until potatoes are smooth. Be careful not to add too much milk or they will become runny. If this

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8 medium-sized potatoes peeled and cut up into pieces about 1 in3 tbsp Olive Oil1 medium onion diced1 lb Ground Turkey (Ground beef)About 1 cup Skim milk (Butter and Chicken Broth)1 package frozen peas and carrots thawed (1 can peas 1 can carrots)salt and pepper **to taste**Fat free gravy **I like Heinz**(4 to 6 slices of cheese)I like to make a lower fat Shepard's pie. This recipe is based on a

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What you will need:3 lbs Potatoes cubed1 cup Mayonaise2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard2 stalks Celery diced (small dice)2 EggsSalt and Pepper to seasonPlace cubed potatoes in a large pot of water and cover. Place pot on medium heat and allow for water to boil. Once water has boiled for 5 minutes turn off heat and add eggs. Allow for water to cool (about 10 minutes). Eggs should be hard boiled. Drain

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What you will need:1 1/2 lbs Ground Beef or Ground Turkey1 large can Crushed Tomatoes1 cup Tomato sauce1 Red Pepper diced1 Green Pepper diced1 Red Onion diced1 cup Rice2 1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder1 1/2 teaspoons Salt1 cup Water2 teaspoons Worcheshire Sauce2 cup frozen Green Beans (defrosted)1 Bay leafThis is so simple. It makes enough to feed 6 to 8 people. The best thing is that after having it

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What you will need:1 cup Mashed Potatoes3 tablespoons Ricotta cheese1/4 cup cooked Peas2 tablespoons Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce1/4 cup cooked Chicken Shredded (Or pureed if you have a littler one)I wanted to make something fun for Freddie that he would enjoy that would utilize the chicken I was making for dinner and the left over mashed potatoes. It is a fun meal of white potatoes with green and

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What you will need:Stuffing PreparedMashed PotatoesCooked Turkey (any form that your toddler can manage)Whole Cranberry SauceThis is a great way to use leftovers from a large turkey dinner.In a muffin tin fill each cup halfway with stuffing. Pour one teaspoon of water on top. Fill remainder of cup with turkey. Using a little pressure, gently press turkey into cups.Fill a plastic bag with warm

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What you will need:1 sheet thawed Puff Pastry4 Carrots finely chopped1 Onion diced2 small Zucchini diced1 Red Pepper diced6 slices of your favorite cheese1 pat ButterSalt and PepperThis is a recipe adapted from my Mother's Vegetarian Wellington. She would make this with Blue cheese for my brother at holidays. It helps to have cheese cloth to drain the vegetables.Melt butter in pan on stovetop. On

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What you will need:1 box Dried Lasagna Noodles Cooked **4-6 Cups Milk1 Cup Flour1 cup Butter1 can Artichoke Hearts drained and chopped1 bag frozen Spinach defrosted and squeezed dry1 bag Broccoli Crowns defrosted and coarsely chopped1 can Roasted Red Peppers drained2 cloves Garlic Minced1 Onion diced small2 tablespoons Olive oil1 lb shredded Mozzerella2 Cups ParmeseanFresh basil (optional)We made

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What you will need:1 box Elbow Pasta cooked and drained1 block Farmer Cheese (Located by Cottage cheese in store)8 oz Gruyere Cheese8 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese8 oz Cheddar Jack Cheese8 oz American Cheese2 tablespoons Butter2 finely diced Shallots1/2 cup Flour3/4 cup Milk1/2 cup Bread crumbs1/2 cup dry White WineTabasco sauceI adapted this recipe from my favorite chef, Charlie Palmer. This is high

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What you will need:8 slices bread8 slices of Cheese (American or Swiss)16 slices of Turkey6 Eggs1/4 cup Milk1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shreddedWell I always called this sandwich a Croque Madame. But I was completely wrong. So I am giving it a new name to not confuse anyone. This is definately not a figure-freindly food but it is delicious.Preheat oven to 350. In a bowl mix eggs and milk until

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What you will need:4 Eggs1 tablespoon Sour cream8 slices of Bread (Cinnamon Swirl, Raisin or Challah Recommended)8 oz Cream Cheese (at room temperature)1 cup Chopped berries1 tablespoon butterPowdered SugarBerries for decorationIn a bowl mix creamcheese and berries until well mixed. Evenly divide creamcheese mixture between 4 slices of bread. Top each with another slice of Bread making a sandwich

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What you will need:1 box Dried Lasagna Noodles Cooked **4-6 Cups Milk1 Cup Flour1 cup of butter1 can Crushed Tomato1 can tomato paste1 lb ground beef2 cloves Garlic Minced1 onion diced small2 tablespoons Olive oil1 lb shredded Mozzerella2 Cups ParmeseanWe made this for Freddie's first birthday. This is a traditional Italian Lasagna. Instead of Ricotta it is common to use a Milk, flour and Butter

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What you will need:1 box Fresh Mini Ravioli3 tablespoons Ricotta Cheese1 tablespoon Parmesean Cheese1 cup peas cookedFreddie had this for Valentine's day and it was a hit! We served it with extra peas on the side and he enjoyed eating them as well.Boil and Cook pasta. In a bowl combine Cheeses. When Pasta is done drain and add to the cheese mixture. Mix in peas. Serve...For Adults add a

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What you will need:Wonton or Dumpling Wrappers1 lb Ground Chicken1 Bag Coleslaw mix1 Bunch Scallions Diced5 tablespoons Fresh Ground Ginger Root1 tablespoon Sugar4 tablespoons Soy sauceThis recipe is adapted from one of my husbands students family recipe. We first had these at a heritage day celebration.Take Chicken, Scallions, Ginger, Sugar and soy and mix well. Allow to sit 5 minutes then add

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What you will need:4 - 6 boneless Chicken Breasts1 bottle of your favorite BBQ sauceHard Rolls (Makes 4- 6 servings)1 red pepper Sliced to thin slices1/2 red onion Sliced to thin slices6 tablespoons crumbled blue cheeseI made this last night and it was great. You can make this more toddler friendly by taking out the pepper onions and using cheddar cheese instead of blue.In Crockpot place a single

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What you will need:2 cooked Chicken Breasts3 Tomatoes (On the vine work best)4 tablespoons Pea Puree1 tablespoon MayoOnion SaltGround PepperAs a Child one of my favorite dinners were tomatoes stuffed with tuna. This is an alternative using chicken which is more universal.Chop chicken in a food processor or for older children dice Chicken. Transfer to a bowl and add Pea puree, Mayo a pinck of

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What you will need:1 chopped Onion2 Chopped Carrots1 Cup Ketchup (separated in 1/2 cups)1 1/2 cup Bread crumbs1 lb Ground Turkey2 eggsolive oilsalt and pepperThis is my best attempt at replicating my Mother in Law's meatloaf. Place fry pan on stovetop at medium heat. Coat a pan with Olive oil. Add carrots and stir for 3 minutes. Add Onion and Cook until onion is translucent. Allow mixture to

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What you will need:1 lb Ground Meatloaf mix2 Eggs1 cup Bread Crumbs2 tablepoons Dried Onion Flakes2 cloves Garlic minced (Separated)OreganoParsleyBasil1 can Tomato Sauce2 cans Crushed TomatoSalt and PepperParmesean CheeseIn a large Dutch oven or pot pour in crushed tomato, and sauce. Add a Pinch of each oregano, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper. Add 1 clove of minced garlic. Place pot on stove

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What you will need:5 Tomatoes what ever is in season (Plum if winter)1 clove garlic crushed2 tablespoons olive oil (Extra virgin if possible)Fresh Basil cut in strips.salt to tasteTake Basil and pick off 6 leaves and stack them on top of eachother. Roll them lengthwise. Slice into small pieces and this will create your strips.Add Basil into bowl with Olive oil and garlic. Mix and set aside for

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What you will need:2 Cups Cooked Pasta Such as Ziti or spaghetti1/2 cup frozen or fresh peas cooked1/2 cup of diced cooked Ham2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup grated Parmesean Cheese1 pinch Garlic salt1 pinch ground pepperAfter pasta is cooked place it back in pot and bring back to stove at medium heat. Add in olive oil and coat pasta. Add peas and ham to pot and stir continuously to not burn pasta

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What you need:1 Pillsbury Refridgerated Pie Crust6 eggs1/3 cup milk1 small onion Diced1 cup CheeseA variety of Cooked Veggies Chopped (optional)A variety of Cooked Meats Diced (optional)Olive OilSalt and PepperQuiche has always been a favorite of my family. It is so versitle and can be made in so many different ways. It is perfect to serve for Breakfast lunch or dinner. With Mini Quiche you

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What you will need:about 1 Lb Ground Turkey, Chicken, or Beef3 cups (dried) of Elbow Pasta - Cooked1 finely Diced Onion1 finely Diced Green or Red Pepper1 finely diced carrot2 finely diced stalks of celery1 clove Garlic Crushed1 can diced Tomatoes1 can tomato paste1 cup Mozzerella cheese shreddedParmesean CheeseOlive OilThis was one of the first meals that we had and shared with Freddie. It made

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What you will need:1 package of rolled refridgerated Prepared Pie Crust (Found in the pillsbury section of store)1 to 2 cups Chicken cooked and shredded into bite sized pieces1 (16 oz) bag of your favorite frozen vegetables cut into bite sized pieces2 cans Cream of Chicken SoupI make this if I buy a rotisserie chicken. I use all the leftover meat to make this potpie as a second meal. Last time we

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What you will need:1 Skinless boneless Chicken Breast trimmed and cut into small pieces1 cup Flour1 egg beaten1 cup Seasonesd Bread Crumbs1 teaspoon CinnamonThis is something that I grew up having. The famous Chicken in a basket. Served in napkin lined basket. This was served with oven fries... I will add this recipe although I do not recommend them for toddlers... To make this recipe more

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You will need:1 cup elbow pasta or smaller pasta4 slices American Cheese3 tablespoons Vegetable PureeMilkSteamed soft Broccoli (Optional)Using a fortified pasta (or if you have a smaller child a small pasta such as alphabet), cook 1 cup according to directions of that pasta. In a separate pot add a total of 3 tablespoons of purees. We typically use green veggies black beans, and/or carrots. Add

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You will need:BreadVegetable or Meat PureeAmerican CheeseThis is one sandwich that I am not fond of. I am fortunate that Freddie loves his vegetables but I am uncomfortable just giving Freddie bread fried with cheese. When making grilled cheese I will add various vegetable purees or Meat Purees. Variations regualrly used listed below.Cheese with Chicken Salad - See prior post regarding chicken

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What you will need:6 Unsalted Saltines2 Teaspoons Vegetable Puree(s)1 Teaspoon Tomato PasteMozerella CheeseFreddie is not a big Cheese eater and prefers Crispy Pizza. Here is a homemade alternative.Take some veggie purees Such as carrot or green beans and mix 2 Teaspoons puree with 1 Teaspoon tomato paste. Top 6 unsalted Saltines with this mixture and top with cheese. Bake in the oven at 350

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What you will need:Cornbread Mix1 Egg (for mix)WaterCream CheeseFresh fruit or PureesApple or Pear Butter (Optional)These are a great option for a meal when you are making something like a spicy Chili and Corn Bread.Follow the Cornbread Recipe on box. Heat a pan or Giddle and brush with oil or butter. Take 1/3 of a cup of Corn Bread mixture and pour half into pan to make one Corn Cake. Use

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What you will need:1 Sheet of Graham Cracker (plain)Cream CheeseApple or Pear ButterThis is a favorite snack for Freddie. Take one sheet of Graham Cracker and split into two squares. Add a layer of Cream Cheese and a Layer of Apple Butter (make sure that it is pasturized). You can also substitute Pumpkin or Pear Butter for Apple Butter.

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What you will need:1 Apple peeled and chopped2 Tablespoons Juice (Apple, Pear or Prune)1 Teaspoon Butter1 Sheet Graham cracker1 Teaspoon Oatmeal or Rice Cereal3 Tablespoon Plain YogurtTake one apple peeled chopped and cut up into small bite sized pieces put it in a small ramkin and then dusted with cinnamon. Pour 2 tablespoons of Juice (Pear, Appleor Prune) over the apples. In a sandwich bag mix

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What you will need:2 boxed of Vegetable Stock or Broth1 can diced tomatoes4 Carrots1 Turnip5 stalks Celery (with or without greens)3 Leeks1 Parsnip1/4 cup Fresh Chopped ParsleyEgg Noodles or alphabets (Optional)Rice Cereal (Optional)When I make Veggies as finger foods I usually make soup as well.In two boxes of Vegetable stock or broth I add, 1 can diced tomato with the juice, 4 peeled and diced

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You will need:ChickenAppleCrackers or breadFollowing the chicken puree recipe, cook chicken and puree it not adding water. Add 1 baked apple or chunky apple puree. Serve on a crackers or on bread. This salad is great grilled on bread with cheese.

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Purees are the staple for making Infant food.To Make Purees I take the various cooked Veggies and Puree them.VegetablesSweet Potato - Poke holes and Bake at 350 for about 45 minute. Remove Flesh from Skin and Puree or mash with a fork.Winter Squash (Butternut, Acorn, Pumpkin) - Cut in half or pieces. Dust with cinnnamon and bake in a dish with little water. Bake at 350 for about an hour (depends

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Well I am starting this blog based on a suggestion from my friend Laura. Being a first time mom I wanted to get it right from the beginning and I started Making my own Baby food. This blog will focus on recipies I have come up with and ideas for great baby/toddler foods.

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