Spend Time Together in the Kitchen~ Cooking as a family
So often, those of us moms are in and out of the kitchen, getting dinner cooked as fast as possible before moving on to the next task at hand. Here's an idea for slowing down a little and enjoying the little things in life together as a family. Why not cook a meal or do some baking together?
Even the youngest kid will get a kick out of getting involved in the kitchen. Just today, I had my 18-month old standing on a stool and holding her own spoon while I mixed up some pudding. Older children will absolutely love to help you out, even if it's something as simple as stirring a mixture or tearing up lettuce. Find a task that's simple enough and appropriate for your kid's age and let them have at it!
Another benefit to this, besides the obvious quality time being spent together as a family, is that getting your kids involved in the process may make them more likely to eat what's for dinner! They'll be proud of their accomplishment in the kitchen and excited to take part in enjoying the fruits of their labor.
Here are a few final ideas for a fun time as a family in the kitchen:
- Designate age-appropriate tasks for kids
- Occupy and include a toddler in the process with a simple spoon and bowl or a few pieces of tupperware on the floor.
- Get a step-stool so shorter cooks can help out easier
- Try a new recipe together
- Make something fun, different or creative
- Bake some yummy goodies and then take them to neighbors, even when it's not a special occasion
- Have a special apron for each kid that they get to make during family cooking times
And above all, enjoy yourselves and the food!
Bon apètit!
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