BLOG: Kids in the Kitchen - Raw Food Recipes Kids and Moms Can Agree On

Posted on June 01 2010 | (6) Comments
Category: Raw Kid-Friendly Foods Tags: raw dip recipes, kid friendly recipes

Trying to get kids to eat anything can be a real uphill battle.  And when the word ‘healthy’ is attached, the work gets twice as hard.  But I’ve found a way to turn kids on to eating healthy fresh fruits and fresh vegetables.  The trick is to let them prepare their own raw food recipes. 

In my original cookbook Raw Food Made Easy for 1 or 2 and my follow-up dessert cookbook Raw for Dessert, there are tons of recipes that even the youngest child can be enjoying making and eating.  Without no danger from boiling water, stovetop burners, or a hot oven to content with, welcoming kids into the kitchen is stress-free and fun.

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I wanted to share another of the ever-growing list of reasons I love raw food.  I’ve discovered that in addition to being perfect for a meticulously planned dinner party, raw food recipes make it possible for me to be an ‘Instant Hostess.’  With a well-stocked pantry and a little advance preparation, I’m always ready for a last minute get-together with friends or family.

The raw food recipes in my books Raw Food Made Easy for 1 or 2 People and Raw for Dessert are filled with wonderful dishes you can prepare any time.  But I think you’ll find they’re especially useful at holiday time when people are likely to drop in at a moment’s notice. 

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BLOG: It’s Easy Being Green—with Blueberry Green Smoothies

Posted on March 16 2011 | (6) Comments
Category: Raw Juices and Smoothies Tags: kid friendly recipes

Was Kermit the Frog talking about a healthy diet when he said ‘It’s not easy being green’?  Perhaps.  For many people, a major challenge in healthy eating is making dark leafy greens palatable and digestible.  You see, greens have tough cellulose fibers that need to be chewed very thoroughly. Unfortunately, chewing huge salads can be time-consuming and unpleasant for the beginner, and not always easy to digest. 

The answer:  a Green Smoothie.

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RECIPE: Apple Sandwiches

Posted on March 11 2013 | (0) Comments
Category: Raw Dessert and Snack Recipes Tags: kid friendly recipes

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