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When my son was little, he loved making granola bars. I have vivid memories of adding ingredients to the bowl, and allowing him to stir. The ingredients would fly EVERYWHERE, on the table, on the chairs and the floor. Even though it would always be super messy, I wanted to make sure that I cooked with them.

What better way to teach little ones about the food they eat than by getting them involved in making it? Little hands can actually be quite helpful in the kitchen, messy too, but it’s all good fun and will not only keep then entertained for a few hours but can also count towards their home schooling – there are no actual rules, right? We’ve enlisted the help of London-based cookery school, The Avenue, who are experts in teaching wannabe chefs and curious cooks of all ages. Usually based in…

These Amazing Toddler Recipes To Make Together are easy for kids to help with, and they taste delicious! These kids recipes are designed to be easy and foolproof so kids can experience success in the kitchen.

Could meal kits like HelloFresh and Chef’s Plate help me finally win at family dinners? I tried them out—and a few others—to find out.

Even if your children are a healthy weight, seeing their parents keep healthy eating habits can positively shape their relationship with food. Use this cool Meal Planner tool to help you come up with healthy meals, and try these tips for sneaking veggies into meals. Also, involving kids in the kitchen can make them more interested and adventurous at mealtime.

Cooking with Grandma ... fun memories!

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We use homemade granola as the base for our baked apples as it provides a wonderful contrasting crunch to the soft apple. You could also use rolled oats, or skip it altogether and instead increase the dried fruit and nuts. It's your call! Fresh ground cinnamon, pure maple syrup and butter transform this simple dessert into something extra special - as well as perfume the kitchen with an apple pie aroma.