Tag: easy recipes
5 Fab Fast Meals For The Family’s Fussy Eaters
Some kids will wolf down anything you put in front of them – and if yours is one of them, you’re lucky! Most of...
5 Great Vegan Family-Friendly Slow Cooker Recipes
Think of slow cooker recipes, and most of us will imagine rich, meaty stews. But this versatile kitchen helper is great for saving time...
Something For The Weekend – Creamy Leek, Cheese And Ham Pasta
This was always a good dish for getting my kids to eat vegetables – they just loved the rich sauce! Don’t worry...
Something For The Weekend – Pork And Pineapple Skewers
A weekend barbecue is one of the joys of summer for us – but if the weather spoils your plans, you can still...
Something For The Weekend – Classic Eton Mess
Light and delicious, a classic Eton Mess is the perfect way to make the most of the British strawberry season. Meringues are easier...
Something For The Weekend – Chicken And Chorizo Baked Rice
One-pot dishes are great when it comes to feeding a family. This chicken and chorizo baked rice smells delicious as it’s cooking – everyone’s...
Something For The Weekend – Homemade Pizza Margherita
Making our own pizza was something that started when the kids got old enough to decide it was one of their favourite...
Something For The Weekend – Easy Teriyaki Chicken
Homemade teriyaki sauce always tastes better than a shop-bought version. It will store well in the refrigerator for up to a week,...
Something For The Weekend – Lemon Drizzle Cake
This lemon drizzle cake is moist and has the perfect taste balance between tart and sweet. It never lasts long, so the only...
Something For The Weekend – Sausage And Bean Casserole
When the kids were young, I always had far more success getting them to eat vegetables that were part of a stew or...
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Curious Kids: What Would Happen If The Sun Exploded?
What would happen if the sun exploded? – Lizey, aged 12, Australia. The sun is a star, and when a star explodes it’s called a...
When Parents Are Heartbroken By Their Children’s Breakups
Why would you feel so upset at your children's breakups? In our case, as with all romances, we should have been more on our guard....
8 Ideal Dog Breeds For Families With Young Children
It’s one of those chocolate-box images we have in our minds – watching our kids grow up alongside the family dog. More than a...
5 Things Grownups Expect Kids To Do But Don’t Do Themselves
How does it work in your home? Do you set the example for your kids, making sure you follow the guidelines you put in...
“It Was A Terrifying Time” – One Father’s Love For His Down Syndrome Daughter
Our older children, Amelia and Dugald, were aged four and two when my wife, Katy, became pregnant with Matilda. We went for the same...
How Do We Encourage Our Kids To Make Healthy Food Choices?
There is little more satisfying than the crunch of a good carrot, from a vegetable platter. Or perhaps you’re more inclined to enjoy a...