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Must Reads for Cooking with the Kiddos

November 26, 2008

Some of you foodies out there may already be familiar with cook book author Mollie Katzen from her very popular The New Moosewood Cookbook -- all vegetarian recipes -- very yummy. But she is also the author of three excellent cookbooks geared towards young children. Her approach to cooking is so practical and fun that your kids will want to get in the kitchen and help you with dinner.

Her three children's cookbooks are:

Honest Pretzels: And 64 Other Amazing Recipes for Cooks Ages 8 and Up

Pretend Soup And Other Real Recipes: A Cookbook for Preschoolers and Up

Salad People and More Real Recipes: A New Cookbook for Preschoolers and Up

I would recommend any of these books for little ones who have shown an interest in cooking. Your preschooler will be able to do much of the prep work and cooking all by himself. The recipes are easy to follow and your kids will be able to use real ingredients to make tasty dishes (you'll even actually want to eat it). And all parents will love the focus on delicious, healthy food.

For more recipes and thoughts on cooking with children, visit Mollie Katzen's website.