Kids Can Cook!

It's easy to keep kids out of the kitchen when you're rushing to make a meal, but the more involved kids are in preparing meals, the more confident they'll be choosing fresh ingredients when they're looking for something to eat.

I've heard too many parents say that they wish they had gotten their kids involved in the cooking process earlier. Kids are busy with sports, homework and other after school activities so parents think they don't have time. But schedules don't get any lighter and if parents don't teach their kids to cook, then who will?

Kids are used to "easy access" foods that come conveniently packed and are quick to eat so they don't feel the need to get in the kitchen and chop vegetables, toss a salad or even make a grilled cheese.

But, kids can cook and they should!

Help your kids Dig In and get some experience in the kitchen to build their creativity and confidence. Tracey Miller, co-found of Dig In: Real Food Solutions will be offering a series of three cooking classes this summer to get kids in the kitchen to have some fun and learn some basics that will serve them for life.

At each class, kids will also get an opportunity to create a short cooking video to present some of their new skills! Classes include:

The Basics: 3 Things Every Kid Should Know About Cooking
Wednesday, June 29, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Get your kids comfortable in the kitchen with simple recipes: a cheese omelet, Sweet Cinnamon Rolls and drop biscuits (with strawberries) along with cooking basics and safety in the kitchen.

Kids will learn how to chop, measure and how to pick and clean produce.

Satisfying Sips & Snacks
Wednesday, July 20: 1:30 pm – 4:00pm

Using fresh fruits and local flavors, kids will learn how to make sweet treats without all the sugar along with some healthy homemade snacks. Recipes include homemade sodas, salsas, fruit freezer jam, a frozen fruit yogurt, fresh watermelon “Jello” with summer berries.

Kids will learn about natural flavors and sweeteners, seasoning with herbs, and the importance of hydration.

Diggin’ Dinner: Quick Recipes for Kids in the Kitchen
Wednesday, August 17: 1:30 pm – 4:00pm

Asking your kids to make dinner is a great way to build self-esteem and make your child feel important. Kids can cook! This class will give your child confidence to help with the dinner prep and to make a meal for the whole family.

The menu will include homemade tomato sauce, pizza dough, Summer Squash Lasagna and pesto and roasted vegetables.

Kids will learn how to cut an onion and other vegetables, how to knead dough and make a fabulous farm-fresh tomato sauce!

All classes take place at 8 Wendell Drive, Brentwood, NH 03833.

For more details go to: https://www.diginrealfood.com/upcoming/.