The Good Foundation
Let’s face it, the hustle and bustle of everyday life mean that quality family time can often take a backseat. These school holidays there’s no better way to reconnect and with your little ones than by cooking up some delicious meals and healthy treats in the kitchen.
Australian Health and Wellbeing statistics say that 1 in 4 Aussie children/adolescents aged 2-17 are considered obese, which means that now more than ever, ensuring that children are well educated when it comes to making decisions around nourishing their body with food is vitally important and there’s no better place to start this education than in the kitchen at home. So, what are you waiting for?
One way you can ensure that you’re reconnecting with the kids and teaching them vitally important food and cooking skills is by encouraging them to get involved in every step of the cooking process – from planning the meals, shopping for ingredients, preparing and cooking. To help spark some inspiration for you these school holidays we have found some of Jamie’s favourite cooking with kid’s recipes below. So, what are you waiting for?
Vegetable chips
These vegetable chips are the perfect way to get kids eating more fruit and veg, the crunch texture and added salt means that they’ve got all the fun elements of a regular chip without the nasties!
https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/vegetables-recipes/homemade-vegetable-crisps/
Chicke nuggets
These baked chicken nuggets involve steps that are sure to have the kids excited about prepping and cooking food. From cutting to crumbing the chicken breast (using wholemeal bread as a healthier alternative) it’s a hands-on experience that’s going to provide the perfect opportunity to learn cooking skills.
https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/chicken-recipes/proper-chicken-nuggets/
Mango ‘nice’ cream
Mango ‘nice’ cream is not only a perfect after-dinner snack, it’s easy, delicious AND perfect for getting the kids involved. Simply blend mango and yoghurt together and you’re done! The kids will surely be impressed by how something so simple can be so delicious!
https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/fruit-recipes/cheats-mango-ice-cream/
To find more delicious recipes to cook with the kids these school holidays, follow @thegoodfoundation on Instagram. If you want your kids to learn some of Jamie’s best cooking tips and tricks you can book them in to Jamie’s ministry of Food face-to-face or online cooking classes here: https://www.thegoodfoundation.com.au/courses/jamies-ministry-of-food-online-program/
