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April Showers Bring May Flowers

The rain poured today. The wind pounded the droplets against the window as it came down.  The pattering of water could be heard throughout the...
Jen   •   May 6, 2019
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Plan to Eat + ButcherBox (Review and Giveaway!)

We’re excited to introduce you to a company called ButcherBox. They are a delivery service that brings 100% grass fed and finished beef, free range...
Riley   •   May 2, 2019
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The Formula for Easy Dinner

If only there was a magical formula for getting a nourishing, easy dinner on the table! Well there is!...
Sara   •   April 19, 2019
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Grapefruit Kombucha Quinoa Salad

All the feelings of Spring flood over me as I enjoy the daylight into the evening. The kids grab their scooters and bikes and we...
Jen   •   March 26, 2019
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Vegetarian Pesto Quinoa Bowl

I’m all about meals that come together in minutes. Because even as someone who loves to cook, there are some days or nights that I’m...
Sara   •   March 4, 2019
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Jen’s Arugula and Spinach Salad

This past January warmed up, unlike most that came before. It brought about a feeling of Spring long before we will officially feel Spring weather...
Jen   •   February 22, 2019
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January gardening, vegetables, and a delicious seasonal soup!

The ground is frozen. I haven’t thrown a shovel into it in weeks. Anything outdoors is dormant for the Winter. Some growth continues with the...
Jen   •   January 23, 2019
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I try to celebrate the little victories right now and PTE is a little victory

“I just wanted to tell you that I am so glad to have my PTE!! Our house suffered quite a bit of damage with Hurricane...
Plan to Eat   •   December 10, 2018
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Tips for Teaching Kids to Cook: Making Breakfast

Not too long ago, a mom shared a story in our members-only Facebook group over at Kids Cook Real Food about her daughters surprising her....
Plan to Eat   •   September 27, 2018
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Meal Planning 101 for Kids – 3 Choices You Get to Make

You know how some kids let loose wails of misery with every scrape, while others will avoid telling their mom about something bothering them physically...
Plan to Eat   •   September 25, 2018
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Meal Planning 101 for Kids – 7 Reasons to Learn How to Plan Meals

In my role as a kids’ cooking teacher at Kids Cook Real Food, my goal is to train children in over 30 basic skills so that...
Plan to Eat   •   September 24, 2018
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Tips for Teaching Kids to Cook: What Kids Can Really Cut (and Best Knives for Kids)

When it comes to learning how to cook, whether you’re a child or an adult, mastering knife skills is truly the key to unlocking the...
Plan to Eat   •   September 21, 2018
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Tips for Teaching Kids to Cook: Making a Snack

Did you believe me that kids really can be helpful in the kitchen NOW even before they grow up?  How about making their own healthy...
Plan to Eat   •   September 20, 2018
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5 Ways Teaching Kids to Cook Has Immediate Impact

We as parents do a lot for our kids. Sometimes it seems as though 90% of our energy is just keeping them alive, feeding, clothing,...
Plan to Eat   •   September 13, 2018
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Tips for Teaching Kids to Cook at All Ages: Preparing the Table

Now that we’ve talked about theimportance of teaching kids to cook for their future, let’s get down to business with some practical tips about teaching...
Plan to Eat   •   September 13, 2018
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What My Toddler’s Cold Feet Taught me About Teaching Kids to Cook

One morning… …as my two-year-old son and I were rushing out the door, late as usual, he taught me a lesson about parenting that keeps...
Plan to Eat   •   September 10, 2018
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My Kid Made This (photo contest & prizes!)

I confess… When I’m making dinner and my child asks if they can help, my heart sinks a little. Making dinner is hard enough, but...
Plan to Eat   •   August 28, 2018
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No Bake Oatmeal Cookies [Gluten, Dairy, & Egg Free!]

In our Beyond Limits series we’ve been exploring how to navigate eating and meal planning while dealing with food restrictions. We reached out to our friend...
Plan to Eat   •   July 30, 2018
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Beyond Limits: Part 7 — Eating Healthy With Multiple Limits to Overcome

Welcome to part 7 of our 7 part series exploring “healthy eating” issues. In case you missed it: Part 1: Getting StartedPart 2: Eating Healthy When You...
Plan to Eat   •   July 27, 2018
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Beyond Limits: Part 6 — Eating Healthy When Limited by Picky Eaters

Welcome to part 6 of our 7 part series exploring “healthy eating” issues. In case you missed it: Part 1: Getting StartedPart 2: Eating Healthy When You Never Learned...
Plan to Eat   •   July 26, 2018
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Beyond Limits: Part 5 — Eating Healthy When Limited by Allergies

Welcome to part 5 of our 7 part series exploring “healthy eating” issues. In case you missed it: Part 1: Getting StartedPart 2: Eating Healthy When You Never Learned...
Plan to Eat   •   July 25, 2018
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Beyond Limits: Part 4 — Eating Healthy When Limited by Money

Welcome to part 4 of our 7 part series exploring “healthy eating” issues. In case you missed it: Part 1: Getting StartedPart 2: Eating Healthy When You Never Learned...
Plan to Eat   •   July 24, 2018
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Beyond Limits: Part 3 — Eating Healthy When Limited by Time

Welcome to part 3 of our 7 part series exploring “healthy eating” issues. In case you missed it: Part 1: Getting StartedPart 2: Eating Healthy When You Never Learned...
Plan to Eat   •   July 22, 2018
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Beyond Limits: Part 2 — Eating Healthy When You Never Learned How to Cook

Welcome to part 2 of our 7 part series exploring how to approach “healthy eating.” In case you missed it: Part 1: Getting StartedPart 2: Eating Healthy When...
Plan to Eat   •   July 21, 2018
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