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June 28, 2013 By Jenny
This is one of Chef Dad’s and Chef Grandpa’s favorite kind of cake. That being said, we needed to come up with a really good recipe that would “take the cake” with Chef Grandpa and Chef Dad. This German Chocolate Cake recipe has a rich chocolate cake, with a creamy oh-so-delicious frosting. The trick to this cake, it to make it at least one day before you will be eating, wait…lets not kid ourselves….devouring this cake! This recipe is, and we quote from Chef Grandpa, “the BEST German Chocolate Cake I’ve ever had”. The Little Chefs first mixed up the cake – and yes we did use a cake mix, but made it ohhh sooo much better!! We added a few more ingredients, then poured the cake batter … [Read more…]
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June 19, 2013 By Jenny
Summer is here, which means many BBQ’s, family reunions and picnics. In needing a side dish for a family picnic, we decided to make up one of the Little Chefs favorite fruit dips. Our Orange Fruit Dip is so delicious and perfect for picnics on the hot summer days. It is very refreshing, and you can make it up to 2 days ahead of time – which is great when some summer days are all play and no work (including cooking!). This Orange Fruit Dip also is so incredibly easy, the Little Chefs whipped it up in less than 5 minutes!! The Little Chefs first blended the softened cream cheese till nice and smooth. Then they added in the marshmallow creme, which can seem like a very sticky task. However, … [Read more…]
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June 17, 2013 By Jenny
This recipe came from my Grandma. I remember helping her make this popcorn when I was young, and she teaching me how to get the candy coating to “soft ball stage”. I then remember this being the best popcorn ever made. I have never made this popcorn since I was was young, which seems like forever ago. And I was thinking about her the other day, and all the memories I had spending time with her. So I wanted to share a memory I have of my grandma with my Little Chefs, and make with them this Old Fashioned Candied Popcorn. My grandma would always make it pink, but since the 4th of July is right around the corner, I thought we would make Patriotic Old Fashioned Candied Popcorn! The Little … [Read more…]
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June 14, 2013 By Jenny
We Love Celebrating the 4th of July! It is a time for BBQ’s, parties, family and friends, playing out in the summer sun, yummy food, and fireworks. To help out with your party planning – we put together a few 4th of July Printables – to add a bit of fun to your 4th of July Celebrations! The kiddos will LOVE them!! We have ideas for all ages! The Sparklers Printable – for the “Kids at Heart” – of the adults! 4th of July Sparklers A 4th of July Bag Topper , goodie bag topper printable that will filled with some red, white and blue Perfect Playdoh for all the little kiddos. 4th of July Bag Topper And the 4th of July Pop Rocks Printable for anyone who like the … [Read more…]
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June 12, 2013 By Jenny
Welcome to Fantastic Thursday! Summer has been so much fun so far, and I know, it has only started. But spending time, lots of time, with my Little Chefs – creating, playing – especially outside, singing & dancing, cooking, and just having so much fun – who could ask for anything more! And speaking of singing and dancing, the Little Chefs found their new favorite station on Pandora (which we have on playing 24/7 at our house!) ….. Kidz Bop Station! They LOVE it!! The Little Chefs are having so much fun with our Summer Fit Learning Workbooks – And we are so excited to announce the Lucky winner of 3 of the Summer Fit Workbooks……. Congrats to Scott Macmillen! So, this … [Read more…]
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June 11, 2013 By Jenny
For families, like us, who LOVE the outdoors – our Nature Scavenger Hunt is a perfect way to turn nature and the outdoors into a fun activity for the kids. Whether you are camping, hiking, or just taking a walk – this would be a fun way to turn a simple outing into a fun adventure! We have made it an easy craft for you with a free printable! I LOVED watching the Little Chefs observe nature and the little things that make the outdoors so wonderful! It was interesting to see what the Little Chefs would find as their own treasures and items they thought were unique and beautiful to them. This Nature Scavenger Hunt Printable allows them to be very independent. They look at the picture or … [Read more…]
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June 5, 2013 By Jenny
Welcome to Fantastic Thursday! Welcome to Summer!!! Last day of School for my Little Chefs! We can not wait for our summer adventure to begin!! Be sure to check out our Summer Calendar Printable. What fun adventures are doing with your kiddos this summer?!! As soon as the kids were home from school, they requested the inflatable pool to be set up and the water guns be brought out! They, along with 1/2 the neighborhood kids, had one awesome water fight!! Let the summer begin!!! Did you all check out the awesome Summer Fit Learning workbooks that we are GIVING AWAY? They are perfect to keep your kids learning and active this summer!! Our Favorites from last week’s party is the … [Read more…]
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June 5, 2013 By Jenny
Fathers Day is right around the corner, and we have the best Fathers anyone could ask for. Fathers LOVE to feel special – so For Fathers Day we are going to give you a round-up of delicious food ideas and gift ideas that will let your Father know just how much he means to you!! And to add a little more love, we also included a Fathers Day Printable! Fathers Day Printable Here are some of our Delicious recipes that will sure give a BIG smile to any Dad on Fathers Day! German Pancake with Buttermilk Syrup Caramel Cinnamon Rolls Andy’s Mint Cupcakes Fried Ravioli Tangy BBQ Chicken Marinade Beef Skewers with Cherry Tomatoes and Parsley Sauce Grilled … [Read more…]
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May 31, 2013 By Jenny
Let the Summer Begin!! Are you still trying to put together a program for your kids to keep them learning and active during the summer? Well look no further. We have found a program that has it all – Summer Fit Learning !! It helps prepare children mentally, physically and socially for challenges inside and outside the classroom. Summer Fit Learning is a part of an ongoing initiative to keep kids mentally and physically while away from the classroom using an active and values based approach to summer learning. We have never come across a workbook that incorporates reading, writing and math with fitness and nutrition. Each day, the Little Chefs will do a mind, body, and reading … [Read more…]
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May 24, 2013 By Jenny
Have you ever wondered what happens when you mix sprinklers, sidewalk chalk and my Little Chefs?……… Hours of Fun with Sidewalk Chalk and colorful creations that don’t just end up on the sidewalk – it ends up everywhere! On one hot afternoon, Chef Dad was outside working in the yard and fixing sprinkler problems that caused a flood in our basement last winter (and that story would be an entire blog post on its own!!!) The Little Chefs decided they wanted to run through the sprinklers – so on went their swimsuits. And now looking back, I am so glad they changed their clothes – most of the time they start running through the sprinklers in whatever they have on! As the sprinkler fun … [Read more…]
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