Cooking with kids Tip #3

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COOKING WITH KIDS TIP #3
SET KITCHEN GROUND RULES

Third in a 4-part series

By Jamila, Seasonal Roots’ Veggie Fairy Godmother

Kids love to taste things and will often gobble ingredients without considering food safety. Before getting started on any cooking project when you’re cooking with kids, set some kitchen ground rules.

•Discuss ways to keep themselves safe around hot elements and sharp tools.
•Also request that they ask before tasting ingredients.
•Designate a bowl that is specifically for samples and drop something in there from time to time. A “tasting bowl” gives kids an opportunity to explore without worry.

This week’s challenge: Dicing! Use a variety of fresh, local root veggies to make a kid-pleasing dish ...

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