American recipes
Interview: Jake Tusing, Star of American Teen
Editor’s Note: Because the new documentary American Teen is about real life in high school, we talked to one of the film’s subjects about his take on high school pressures, cliques, friendship, and dating — as well as what parents can do to help make life easier on their teens. Jake Tusing did not enjoy high [...]
Movie Review:Kit Kittredge: An American Girl
MPAA Rating: G for general audiences Recommended for ages 5 and up. Run Time: 91 minutes Quick Take: Little girls — and their dolls — can’t find fault with this American girl. Thanks to high-spirited, still wholesome fun, adults will have a hard time resisting this pint-sized chick flick, too. What a Doll! A [...]
Hearty Tomato Soup
Tomato soup is a favorite of mine and pairs well with any grilled cheese — simple American and white bread or more complex multi-grain bread with turkey, pear and cheddar. Hands-On Time: 5 minutes Ready In: 10 minutes Yield: 2servings Ingredients 1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed tomato soup 1 soup can of water 1 [...]
Ratatouille Recipe Cards
Every chef needs a place to record his brilliant culinary creations. Keep track of yourfavorite recipes with these funRatatouille recipe cards! Download the recipe cards:Ratatouille Recipe Cards Instructions: Print the recipe cardson regular paper or cardstock and cut them out. Fill in the blank fields with your favorite recipes. Disney Family.com’s printable crafts are specially designed with [...]
Seasonal Spring Produce and Recipe Guide
In-season fruits and vegetables taste better, and are better for the environment since the produce doesn’t have to be shipped all the way from the southern hemisphere. You also have more of a chance of finding organic goods during their season, which are healthier for your family.
Kid-Tested Recipe Cards
“What, exactly, are ‘Crispy Cupcakes’?” I asked tentatively. “It’s a recipe I invented,” said 8-year-old Jackson. “Here, I wrote it down for you.” He handed me a sheet of paper with a carefully printed list of ingredients and an illustration penciled in beside each item. Stifling a laugh when I saw that Crispy Cupcakes required [...]
Take-A-Break Snack Mix
Whether your schedule is go-go-go or hurry-up-and-wait, you’ll be glad you packed these tasty tidbits for healthy snacking. Yield: Serves 10; 1/2 cup per serving Ingredients Cooking spray 1/4 cup sliced almonds 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 2 teaspoons water 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 cups whole-grain oat cereal with yogurt-flavored [...]
Tuscan-Style Grilled Chicken Kebabs
These grilled chicken-and-vegetable kebabs feature the flavors of sunny Tuscany — lemon, rosemary, garlic, and oregano. Serve them with brown rice studded with sun-dried tomatoes for a rustic and satisfying dinner. Yield: Serves 4; 2 kebabs (3 ounces chicken and 1/2 cup vegetables) and 1/2 cup brown rice per serving Ingredients 1 teaspoon grated lemon [...]
Tex-Mex Chili Pie
Perfect for wintry nights or while watching sporting events, this hearty chili is accented with crisp corn tortillas, fat-free Cheddar cheese, and dollops of fat-free sour cream. This recipe is worth repeating, so save time now by making a double batch and storing the leftover chili in an airtight container for up to 6 months [...]
Trout with Skillet-Roasted Peppers
No need to slow-roast poblano peppers to get deep flavor. All it takes is quickly cooking them in a hot skillet and letting them steep a bit. Yield: Serves 4; 3 ounces fish and 1/3 cup pepper mixture per serving Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided use 2 medium poblano peppers, ribs and seeds discarded, [...]