Showing posts with label Cooking with my Misadventurous Kids. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cooking with my Misadventurous Kids. Show all posts
Thursday, June 23, 2011
It’s been a LONG time since we’ve done an episode of Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids so I thought what the heck nows as good a time as any to make one!
Tonight my husband took the boys fishing, the big girls were all off doing their own thing and that left Mommy and Kinley, so what did we do? We made cookies of course, and then we made homemade Chocolate Chip Cookie ice cream sandwiches! You’ll notice that my helper in the video, Lil Diva, is making her debut on Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids and Mommy thinks she did great!
Enjoy!
Let us know what you think!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Episode 6: Chocolate Covered Pretzels!
This episode of Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids is just a tad bit late but cute nonetheless!
Chocolate covered pretzels is a snack that I've been making with my girls since they were little! Not only are they super simple and fun to make, but they are yummy as well! Probably the best thing about this snack (besides the yumminess of course) is the fact that they are super quick and can be customized for any holiday or occasion! Enjoy!
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
I know it’s been awhile since we’ve done an episode but I have been super busy with school and about a million other things. This episode stars 2 of my girls and features some great new products that I had the pleasure of trying out recently.
I would just like to point out that the popsicle’s not releasing from the molds was in no way the fault of the molds, it was a mistake I made when I made them. And I also want to point out that when making Jello Pops there is a special recipe you need to follow, making Jello and then pouring it into the molds will not work, as you can see by my mess up!
You can also find lots of great recipes for popsicles on Tovolo’s website!
And as promised here are pictures of the kids eating the Pudding Pops!
Saturday, September 19, 2009
I know I’ve said this before but my children LOVE to cook, that was the main reason that I started doing Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids. I really thought that it could give my kids a chance to feel like they were a part of my blog and we could make memories that we could look back on fondly! One of the first things that I realized when I started doing the episodes though was that my kitchen was less than equipped for little hands and so my search began for products that could benefit them in the kitchen, and that’s when I came across Fiesta Products and Head Chefs. If you’ve never heard of Head Chefs let me tell you, you are in for a treat, and just a warning…if you’re little ones like to cook and they see this review they will definitely want a set of their own!
Fiesta Products has an impressive line of kitchen tools to accommodate all cooking levels, but the real gem is their line of kid friendly cooking utensils called Head Chefs. Here’s a little more information on Head Chefs from the Fiesta Products website:
We received a spoon, pastry brush, whisk, measuring cup, and spatula to review and I must say I was very impressed as soon as I opened the box. Not only are the utensils the most unique and adorable kitchen utensils I've probably ever seen they are also very well made. Of course my children had to open each utensil and use them as soon as the package arrived and they were more than pleased with how easy they were to grip, one of the biggest problems I face when I cook with my kids is them not being able to handle my kitchen utensils…Head Chef’s has solved that problem in our house! Each of the utensils have silicon bodies and bendable arms and legs. My children enjoyed posing the utensils as much as they enjoyed cooking with them. My girls loved Head Chefs because they are made for smaller hands and very easy to use, I enjoyed Head Chef’s because they give my kids more freedom when helping me in the kitchen, and the fact that there are suction cups on the bottom of the utensils is a big selling point for me, though it did take some dedication on my part to get them to stick to my marble island. As you can see by the pictures below my girls love their Head Chefs.
Buy it! You can purchase Head Chef’s online or at any number of retailers!
Be sure to watch future episodes of Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids to see Head Chefs in action! And don’t forget to check out our Holiday Gift Guide 2009 to see this and other amazing gift ideas!
Friday, September 11, 2009
If you’ve seen any of the episodes of Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids then you know how much fun my kids have in the kitchen! It doesn’t matter what I’m cooking they want to help and I love their enthusiasm for the culinary arts!
Recently I was introduced to a company called Tovolo. Now if you’ve never heard of this company I’m honored to be the first to tell you about them! Tovolo is a company who takes pride in their cooking tools, their cooking tools and accessories “combine innovative design with intelligent application for tools that are easy to use and a pleasure to own.” From mixing bowls and silicon utensils to the most adorable popsicle molds you’ve ever seen Tovolo has something to please everyone!
We had the pleasure of reviewing the Tovolo Freezer Gems Popsicle Molds (think Ring Pops but much cooler). My children love making freezer pops in the summer (and well anytime actually) and as soon as they saw the Freezer Gem Molds they couldn’t wait to use them! We immediately started thinking of recipes for amazing freezer pops (and Tovolo actually has a link on their website to a selection of amazing sweet treats recipes). The kids loved the design of the pops and I loved that they were easy and highly portable, even little man could walk around with a Freezer Gem Pop on his finger and not make too much of a mess! I also got the chance to try out some of Tovolo’s amazing silicon mixing spoons and spatulas, and when I say they are the most amazing I’ve ever used…it is not an understatement…I LOVE them! The spoons and spatulas are made with a stainless steel handle, they come in an amazing array of colors that will not fade or hold cooking odors, and the best part is that the silicon spoons and spatulas are heat resistant to 600 degrees Fahrenheit, which is awesome if you’re as forgetful as I am. If you’re looking for quality, durable, and adorable products for your kitchen check out Tovolo!
And be sure to watch for future episodes of Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids featuring Tovolo!
Saturday, September 5, 2009
One thing I remember fondly from my childhood is my grandma and her cooking. I remember the way her house smelled when she was cooking Sunday dinner, I remember her roast beef and potatoes (to this day no one has ever been able to hold a candle to her roast beef), and I remember the aprons she wore as she slaved over the hot stove. All of those memories are some of the fondest of my childhood!
I recently had a chance to review a retro kitchen apron from Jessie Steele , and the moment I took it out of the package I was transformed into my grandmother’s kitchen. I received the Bib Ava 50’s Style Kitchen apron (also available in the half style) not only is the apron gorgeous, it’s also well made and looks and feels great on! Jessie Steele hostess and kitchen aprons combine timeless beauty and classic style into something new and exciting. Jessie Steele has an amazing selection of aprons so that everyone is sure to find something that fits their own unique style. Aprons are available in Bib and Half styles and in an array of patterns and colors.
I have always adored vintage looking aprons, I’m not sure what it is about them that appeals to me but I have always been amazed by them. I’m pretty sure that I was born in the wrong era, I would have been an excellent housewife in the 50’s. Be sure to look out for future episodes of Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids when I’ll debut my Jessie Steele apron…just in case you can’t wait till then I’ve given you a little peak!
If you’re in the market for a fun, classic, and stylish apron be sure to check out Jessie Steele!
Saturday, August 29, 2009
When I got the idea to do Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids it was a Godsend! My children have always been interested in cooking and have always loved being in the kitchen with me so it just seemed like a natural progression. Having them bring their unique personalities and perspectives to my blog has given Misadventures in Baby Raising something I feel it was missing! As my children get older and take on more tasks in the kitchen I’ve found many tips and tricks that I find helpful that I thought I’d pass on to all my readers! Not all tips are my own but I’ve tried to give credit where credit is due! Enjoy!
Tips for Cooking with your Misadventurous Kids
- Each Tuesday before I go to the grocery store I make a weekly menu,this helps save time at the grocery store and makes week night meal prep quick and easy. Getting your children involved in the menu planning and grocery shopping process does a number of things; it gets them interested in cooking and trying new things and it also helps them become a little more aware of how much things cost by having them help you comparison shop!
- Before we start an episode of Cooking with My Misadventurous Kids I always go over the recipe with them. I think giving them a clear plan for what they are doing helps avoid frustration on their part and saves us moms from becoming too stressed.
- Be sure to explain the need for safety in the kitchen with your children prior to cooking. If everything is spelled out in a clear and direct manner there is less of a chance that there will be an accident.
- Having an apron especially for your little chef will make your little one feel special and important and will no doubt help them take their “job” in the kitchen more seriously.
- Purchase a set of cooking essentials (mixing bowls and spoons, measuring cups, whisk) especially for little hands. (keep an eye out for a future episode of Cooking with My Misadventurous Kids where we get to review a great set of children’s cooking utensils!)
- Prep ingredients ahead of time. Taking the time to chop, dice, or julienne fruits and veggies before beginning to cook will allow your children to be more active in the cooking process…kids love to pour ingredients into the mixing bowl!
- Keep things simple (this is the reason we usually do deserts on CWMMK)!
- HAVE FUN! This is so important to remember when you’re elbow deep in a pot of chili with children at your feet begging, “Mom I wanna stir the pot!” Don’t freak out if your son is wearing more icing than the cupcakes, don’t lose your cool when your daughter gets part of the shell into the egg whites, and LET.THEM.LICK.THE.SPOON! Make cooking with your little ones a fun and rewarding experience for both of you!
Now on a separate, but related note some of you may have noticed that I recently acquired a new Cooking with My Misadventurous Kids button…go ahead and admire it I’ll wait…pretty cool huh? A great gal by the name of Kasandria of the blog Southern Bella’s Ways to Save was nice enough to make it for me! So go on over and check out her blog for awesome ways to save!
I’m feeling a little generous today, so if you grab my new button and put it up on your blog I’m going to give you 5 extra entries into ALL of my current giveaways! Just make sure you leave me a comment telling me that you have it on your blog!
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
We’re here with another episode of Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids, we hope you’ve had a chance to check out our other videos but if you haven’t you can access them by clicking on the links on my sidebar!
This weeks episode (or is it webisode?) is Chocolate Covered Frozen Banana Pops and my helper is my fiancé's daughter! Enjoy!
This weeks episode (or is it webisode?) is Chocolate Covered Frozen Banana Pops and my helper is my fiancé's daughter! Enjoy!
Thursday, July 23, 2009
On this weeks webisode of Cooking with my Misadventurous Kids I have my daughter Taylor helping me make a yummy pie that's perfect for summer!
Strawberry Yogurt Pie
12 oz. strawberry yogurt (and flavor will work)
2 cups whipped topping
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 Graham cracker crust
Add yogurt and whipped topping in a mixing bowl, fold until the mixture is combined. Add sliced strawberries to the yogurt and whipped topping mixture. Pour the mixture into a pre-made (or make your own) graham cracker crust. Place the pie into the freezer for at least 3 hours. Before serving remove from the freezer and allow to thaw slightly. Store any remaining pie in the refrigerator.
Strawberry Yogurt Pie
12 oz. strawberry yogurt (and flavor will work)
2 cups whipped topping
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 Graham cracker crust
Add yogurt and whipped topping in a mixing bowl, fold until the mixture is combined. Add sliced strawberries to the yogurt and whipped topping mixture. Pour the mixture into a pre-made (or make your own) graham cracker crust. Place the pie into the freezer for at least 3 hours. Before serving remove from the freezer and allow to thaw slightly. Store any remaining pie in the refrigerator.
Friday, July 10, 2009
I decided to take a chance and do something new here on Misadventures in Baby Raising...I really hope that you all like it!
All of my kids love to cook, I'm sure it steams from my undying love of the Food Network. I constantly hear "MOM can I help you cook?" and I always feel so bad that I don't have the time, energy, or the patience to always let them help so I decided to let them have their very own weekly vlog called..."Cooking with My Misadventurous Kids"! The first episode is rough and I see a million things that need to be improved but let me know what you think...this webisode features my middle daughter Savanna who I swear is going to grow up and become the next Rachel Ray!
Any feedback would be greatly appreciated! Enjoy!
All of my kids love to cook, I'm sure it steams from my undying love of the Food Network. I constantly hear "MOM can I help you cook?" and I always feel so bad that I don't have the time, energy, or the patience to always let them help so I decided to let them have their very own weekly vlog called..."Cooking with My Misadventurous Kids"! The first episode is rough and I see a million things that need to be improved but let me know what you think...this webisode features my middle daughter Savanna who I swear is going to grow up and become the next Rachel Ray!
Any feedback would be greatly appreciated! Enjoy!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids!
Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids is a biweekly video series where one (or a few) of my kids come into the kitchen and help me cook a quick, easy, yummy kid-friendly recipe!
If you are interested in having your product(s) featured on Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids please feel free to
Contact Me!
Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids is a biweekly video series where one (or a few) of my kids come into the kitchen and help me cook a quick, easy, yummy kid-friendly recipe!
If you are interested in having your product(s) featured on Cooking With My Misadventurous Kids please feel free to
Contact Me!
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