Kid-Friendly

Win over picky eaters with these kid-friendly recipes! Find easy and healthy options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snacks.

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    Halloween Chocolate Lollipops

    "Kids really love the spooky shapes of these lollipops, and the vanilla and chocolate coatings make a pretty pair," says...


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    Graham Cracker Crust

    It takes just three ingredients to make a delicious graham cracker crust at home. You may want to keep a...


    Creamy Parmesan Penne

    "This dish is excellent as a side dish to farmer-style sausage or schnitzel," writes Wendy Nuis of Stokes Bay, Ontario....


    Scary Eyeballs

    Kids will squeal with delight at the sight of these eyeball treats. But the peanut butter flavor is the best...


    Santa’s Coming Cookie Puzzle

    This clever confection s easy to make with store-bought cookie dough and is entirely edible to boot! Blanched almonds make...


    Cream Wafers

    Wafers with cream are the perfect snack-sized dessert!


    Stained Glass Gelatin

    Kids love this sweet, wiggly gelatin and whipped topping dessert. Use different flavors of gelatin to make color versions that...


    Alien Popcorn Heads

    These aliens will be a hit at your next Halloween bash or for a kid's birthday theme party. They're a...

    Magic Wands

    These fun and colorful wands don't need to be made by a magician to be magical. You can change the...


    Melted Witch Puddles

    In honor of the doomed wicked witch in "The Wizard of Oz," we had fun fashioning these simply delicious snacks...


    Sausage Crescent Rolls

    Loaded with pork sausage and cheese, these golden brown sausage crescent rolls take 30 minutes to make, and they're perfect...


    Hearty Pepperoni Pizza Casserole

    Friends and family love my new spin on pizza. Packed with cheeses, meats, and tomatoes, this hearty pasta dish will...


    Jack-o’-Lantern Pops

    As soon as they see these pumpkin pops, your little ghouls’ and goblins’ faces will light right up. —Clara Coulson...


    Glazed Cherry Coffee Cake

    With its pretty layer of cherries and crunchy streusel topping, this coffee cake is great for breakfast. Or you can...


    Vanilla Pudding Dessert

    So easy to prepare, this eye-catching dessert will go fast…and everyone will want the recipe. Try peaches, pineapple or bananas...


    Baked Spaghetti Potluck Casserole

    This is a wonderful casserole for a potluck. Wherever I take it, people enjoy it…especially men. I use whatever cheese...


    Pizza for Dessert

    At first glance, people might think this colorful "pizza" is a savory snack. But truth comes in the tasting! Kids...

    Cheddar Bacon Penne

    Sandra Bienz from Calgary, Alberta gave this satisfying classic extra flair by mixing in bacon crumbles and minced garlic.


    Hearty Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

    After years of experimenting, my mom has perfected her hearty spaghetti sauce recipe. It's excellent served with a tossed salad...


    Veggie-Cheese Stuffed Shells

    Need a great-tasting meatless dish you can count on? These pleasing pasta shells are packed with veggies, three kinds of...


    Kiwi Smoothie

    Sweet and tangy, not to forget quick and easy to make, kiwi smoothies are a healthy treat that everyone will...


    Spiced Banana Nut Muffins

    If you just have time for a muffin in the morning, make it a good one. These banana and spice-flavored...


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    Apple Salad

    Fresh, crunchy and full of texture, this apple salad comes together in just 15 minutes for a quick lunch or...

    Easy Hamburger Soup

    Lunches on the run will be a little tastier with this hot and hearty beef and barley soup. The recipe...


    Mexican Beef

    Purchased taco seasoning mixes can't compare to our home economists' flavorful blend.


    Sensational Sloppy Joes

    "I’ve always liked sloppy joes but was feeling that my own recipe lacked character. Then a co-worker shared hers with...


    Cornbread Chicken Tenders

    These golden tenders come from Angela Bottger of Foster City, California. Since they are cooked in just a tiny bit...


    Quick Bacon-Wrapped Beef Patties

    “I found this in a local newspaper 25 years ago when I was a newlywed,” recalls Lana Maskus of Wright,...


    Tangy Sloppy Joes

    “I first tasted this recipe at a rehearsal dinner for a church Christmas program about 20 years ago,” writes Sharon...