Food
Cooking with kids: kitchen projects before summer is over
by Nadine Brown
The clubs are coming to an end, the bank account is running low and you don’t have the energy for another trip to the park… and there is still a week or two before the kids go back to school. Agh! Luckily, this collection of recipes should keep them entertained, be it in the making or eating – now you just need someone to tidy the kitchen!
Watermelon jelly wedges
As if we didn’t love watermelon enough already. This recipe combines the refreshing juicy fruit with wibbly-wobbly jelly.
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Waffle pops
You’ll need to embrace the mess with this one, but you’ll get at least 30 minutes of downtime as the kids go to town with these decorative pops.
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Allotment houmous
Proof that kids’ recipes can be packed with nutrients AND fun. Allotments don’t get cuter than this, plus there’s no risk of Grandad telling you off for nibbling the peppers.
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Popcorn chicken nachos
One for the teens of the house. Let them play chef, making chicken nuggets from scratch, then enjoy with mates… and maybe even the parents, if they can get a hand in.
Get the recipe for popcorn chicken nachos
Mr Whippy cupcakes
These might not be as cooling as an actual Mr Whippy but we’d argue they’re more entertaining. Plus, there’s no risk of getting sand on your ice cream.
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Shortbread pencils
Fancy a baking project just before they head off to school? Send them in with these edible pencils and look forward to them being teacher’s pet.
Get the recipe for shortbread pencils
