Special Occasions

Mini Gingerbread House

This is a fun way for every child to make and decorate their own house. I do this (along with help from parents) every Christmas with my class.

Christmas Icing Paint

Paint up a batch of cookies for Santa this Holiday Season.

Hearts of Fudge

A valentine treat to make for the one you love or give as a gift to the teacher or entire class.

Green Saint Patrick's Day Jello Jigglers

Looking for a kid friendly St. Patrick's Day recipe? Try Green Jelly Jigglers.

Home-made Orange Julius

This is an unbelievable amazing drink that the whole family loves. Best to make only the amount needed though or drink it all because it does not refrigerate well.

St. Paddy's Green Menu

My daughter has been waiting for St. Patrick's Day for a few months. Her class made hats and she wants to do green crafts leading up to the big day. While I don't plan to make anything really irish we are going "Green." Here is what we have planned.

Irish Stew

We do not like lamb so I put beef into this recipe instead.

Green Popcorn Shamrocks

This recipe can be modified to celebrate Valentine's Day, Christmas, or any special occasion.

Love Mice

My daughter and I love making these cute little "Love Mice" for her class every year.

Spanish Style Dressing

This stuffing is cooked outside of the bird in a separate pan reducing the cooking time of the Butterball turkey. Cook the stuffing in the oven during the last 60 minutes of roasting time. Saffron was introduced to Spain by the Moors in the 8th century. This ancient spice lends a warm, spicy flavour to this dressing. Make sure to buy saffron threads, not the powder for a truly authentic flavour.

Thanksgiving: Spanish Fiesta Style

Thanksgiving: Modern Classic Style

Baked Chicken Enchiladas

This is a very easy "make and bake" supper meal that takes about 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to bake in the oven. Serve with a leafy green salad and bottled lower-fat vinaigrette salad dressing. This recipe leaves you time to help your kids with their homework or get caught up on your day while supper cooks. Leftover cooked turkey or canned tuna can be substituted for the chicken. Makes 10 enchiladas