Giving my child a boxed mix to make was one of the best things I’ve ever done. The boys learned:

     ~Following directions.
     ~To measure.
     ~Self sufficiency.
     ~Kitchen safety.
     ~Creativity. Ever put Butterfingers in your brownies?
     ~To live through mistakes.
     ~The joy of sharing.
     ~To clean up after themselves. (Well, sort of…)

Next snack time, choose a boxed mix, and watch a child take a step toward being a great chef – who wouldn’t dream of using a boxed mix!

Ideas:

• Boxed Brownies with Walnuts are our favorite. We use the Food Lion brand, and people always ask me for the recipe!
• Dessert Bakes. Try the Lava cake!
• Cornbread.
• Blueberry muffins.
• Oatmeal.
• Mashed Potatoes.
• Macaroni and cheese.
• Shake and Bake chicken.
• Cake mix and canned frosting. Get a disposable decorating set, and let your child do the decorating!

Note that each of these has a link to Amazon. With their low prices, their free shipping option as well as their 15% discount for autoship, you really can’t beat their service!

Tags: children's recipes, cooking with kids