As the school holidays approach, the endless array of convenient food options beckon to busy parents everywhere. But let’s not forget the joy and satisfaction that comes from preparing a homemade meal with your children. Cooking together not only fosters valuable skills but also creates cherished memories.
To make meal prep a fun activity, here are some delicious and easy recipes for you and your kids to enjoy this holiday season:
Grilled jerk shrimp with festival:
Shrimp:
– 2 lbs medium-sized shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 tbs good quality wet jerk marinade
– 1 tbs fresh French thyme
– 1 tbs olive oil
– 1 lime
Festival:
– 1½ cups all-purpose flour
– ½ cup cornmeal
– 3 tbs sugar
– 1 tsp salt
– 2 tsp baking powder
– 1 egg beaten
– ½ cup water
– Coconut oil for frying
Cheese and spinach stuffed chicken:
– 1½ lbs boneless chicken breasts
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp freshly-ground black pepper
– ¼ cup olive oil
– 1 large onion, finely chopped
– 1 sweet bell pepper, red, seeded and chopped
– 4 cups spinach leaves chopped
– 4 cups grated cheese
– ½ cup chopped chives
– ¼ cup chopped parsley
Chili and cornbread casserole:
– 2 tbs butter
– 1 large onion, finely chopped
– 6 cloves garlic
– 2 lbs ground beef, lean
– 2 tbs herb seasoning
– 3 tbs chili powder
– 1 tsp ground cumin
– 1 28-oz can whole tomatoes, finely chopped
– 1 15-oz tin red beans, drained
– ⅓ cup chopped chadon beni
Involving your children in the cooking process is not only a great way to bond, but also teaches them important life skills. So roll up your sleeves, gather your little sous chefs, and have a blast creating these delicious dishes together this holiday season. Enjoy!
