In the Trenches

Kids are more receptive to trying new foods if they have a hand in preparing the meal. If you find them trailing after you in the kitchen, feel free to get them arm-deep in the trenches! On that note, here are some ideas for you: Tasks younger children can help with • Peeling with vegetable peeler • Measuring • Kneading/punching/pressing/rolling/cutting out dough • Whisking • Scooping • Stirring • Tossing • Washing • Pouring cold liquids • Plating • Sprinkling • Spreading • Blending • Greasing • Shaping • Setting the table • Stuffing • Cutting with a small 8-inch serrated knife • Cutting herbs with scissors Tasks older children can help with • Threading on wooden skewers • Straining • Cutting soft fruit and vegetables • Boiling • Cracking eggs • Grating • Opening can