Recipezaar: Brown Bag,Kid Pleaser recipes

Passover Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:01:01 -0400

These delicate little almond cookies, from "Gourmet" (April 2006), are really delicious. They don't taste like Passover cookies and are good enough to eat year-round. The contrast between the crisp cookie and gooey-sweet jam is pretty addictive; you may want to double the recipe. You can substitute a whole almond for the jam, if you prefer. If you like marzipan, you'll love these! And they are quick to whip up. Dough requires 1/2 hour to chill. -- posted by blucoat

Ruth's Peanut Butter Cookies

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:52:14 -0400

This is my mom's recipe that she has been using since she was first married 60 years ago. I have searched thru all of the popular recipes here and this one is just a bit different.....most use only brown sugar or have both sugars but then don't use both baking powder and baking soda. I've never had these cookies turn out wrong and they freeze so well. Whether they get reviewed or not, I know I'll be making them for years to come and now I know they are safe here. -- posted by HokiesLady

Hazelnut and Caramel Muffins

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 21:52:14 -0400

I don't usually use 'cheat' ingredients, but I recently won a cookbook and some tinned caramel courtesy of Carnation, so used it to make this recipe. These are so easy and quick...and ohhhh so yummy--perfect with a cup of coffee or as a dessert with a little cream. I took some to my children's playgroup,for morning coffee..they were devoured in seconds, with recipe requests galore! The hazelnuts are not essential, but very nice! -- posted by Noo

Tuna and Egg Salad Divine

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 21:59:19 -0400

DH asks me to make this once a week and I don't oblige because it's a great lunch or snack for him when I'm not home or don't feel like cooking. I'll either serve it cold to him on fresh wheat bread, or if I have time I will use Sourdough bread, add a slice of cheese, and make him a tuna melt. I prefer not to use a bunch of mayo or miracle whip, I don't like it to overpower the tuna. -- posted by Melvin'sWifey

Peanutty Carrot Sandwich Spread

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:59:20 -0400

I had some shredded carrot to use and was thinking it would be tasty with peanut butter...after a quick search, I came up with this tasty morsel. Adapted from a cookbook by JoAnna Lund. I've also made this with chopped dried fig in place of the raisins; dried cherries or cranberries would be good too. -- posted by flower7

Yoghurt Passionfruit Slice

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:05:13 -0400

A recipe I found online by 'New Idea' cooking editor Barbara Northwood. 170 grams = just under 6 ounces. Cooking time is refrigeration time. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Neiman Marcus' Cranberry Cookies

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:19:41 -0400

This cookie recipe with white chocolate and cranberries comes from Neiman Marcus' Zodiac Room and is a Dallas Classic Dessert. The dried cranberries called for in the recipe are also called craisins. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Muffin Di Verdura (Vegetable Muffins)

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 01:10:16 -0400

These easy to make Italian muffins work as a snack or for brunch. For best flavor, use provolone cheese from Italy. -- posted by Celticevergreen

White Chocolate and Maple Rice Krispie Squares

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 02:07:58 -0400

This is a yummy variation on the classic kids' treat. I like my rice krispie squares to be heavy on the mallow so if you prefer, feel free to add more rice krispies to the mix! I don't have easy access to good maple syrup this side of the pond so please feel free to adjust that amount too- 2 tablespoons of the fake stuff I get here is about right but you may need less of the real thing! If you want to make less, half of this recipe fits in a loaf tin beautifully. -- posted by Shuzbud

Apricot-Almond Energy Bars

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 02:13:32 -0400

This is the greatest recipe because you can substitute pretty much every ingredient. It's so kid friendly (eating and making!) It's cost-effective and so tasty to eat. My health conscious sister passed this recipe to me - so I know it's healthy too. How can you resist a recipe like this? -- posted by Aunty Peach

Treasure Bags

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 16:57:07 -0400

These are a delicious lunchtime treat for both kids and adults! The treasure comes when you bite in, and find the melted gooey cheese centre! My son is just learning how to cook, and this is a simple recipe he is able to make pretty much on his own! You can use beef or pork if you prefer. you can make these ahead if you like..just cover them with cling wrap, pop them in the fridge, then cook them as you need them. Serve them with sweet chilli, plum, or tomato sauce. From the January 2009 issue of "recipes +" magazine. -- posted by Sara 76

Doughnuts

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 16:57:19 -0400

These doughnuts are best eaten warm. You can tint the icing with food colouring if you like, or add a little cocoa powder. Or, skip the icing, brush the hot doughnuts with melted butter, and then sprinkle them with cinnamon and sugar. From the January 2009 issue of "recipes +" magazine. -- posted by Sara 76

Pineapple & Coconut Muffins

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 17:05:40 -0400

These are easy to make, and totally delicious! From the January 2009 issue of "recipes +" magazine. -- posted by Sara 76

Whole Wheat Crackers

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 23:53:28 -0400

When I make up a recipe of this, it's gone within an hour at our house. So yummy! And mostly healthy, too! I always make 2 recipes, in the hopes that there will be some leftovers the next day to put in the kids lunchboxes (in place of the usual sandwich). I usually make these to accompany soup, but sometimes I just make them for a snack. -- posted by *Monica*

Good for You Chocolate Chip Cookies

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:58:26 -0400

Here is a great comfort cookie that you can feel good about serving your family. The light olive oil keeps the flavor light and doesn't add saturated fat! The combination of chocolate and dried cranberries is oh-so-yummy! (NOTE: the batter will look a little oily, but trust me...it works out great!) -- posted by July Girls

Greeny's Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:32:03 -0400

I will admit, this is similar to both the Hershey's and the Ghirardelli cookie recipes - the back of the chip bags are my best sources of inspiration. :) However, I live at high altitude, so I have changed it up a bit for that and for my family/our friends' tastes. I find that they never flatten (once out of the oven) and they stay chewy for several days. They also freeze well. My store-bought chocolate chip cookie-loving nephew even asked if I could make more of these once they had all been eaten. That was awesome. I have substituted Splenda for half of the granulated sugar portion, and it works well, but I think any more than that would compromise the texture too much. -- posted by Greeny4444

Cherry-Chicken Salad Croissants

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:34:45 -0400

I love chicken salad! This is an absolutely delicious version! Courtesy of TOH and Martha Goodrich of Wilmington DE -- posted by kittycatmom

Pecan Banana Bars With Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:37:15 -0400

I found this banana bar recipe and changed it around a little to suit our tastebuds. The frosting is FANTABULOUS and if you bring them to a potluck you will be the Queen of the Ball. The secret is the overripened frozen bananas! -- posted by Secret Agent

Spanish Pasta Toss

Tue, 05 May 2009 12:01:49 -0400

A recipe from Chatelaine Food Express Quickies 2. If you love green olives as much as my family, you'll love this quick to make dish. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

One Pot No-Bake Cookies

Tue, 05 May 2009 16:54:29 -0400

Reminiscent of Reese's peanut butter cups- with oats -- posted by Tristy

Homemade Granola Bars

Wed, 06 May 2009 13:30:28 -0400

My friend Alexis gave me this recipe and I loved it! These granola bars are great if you love granola, but want something that is fresh and all-natural. Additionally, they are a lot cheaper than buying the Natural and Organic bars in the stores. They can even be made vegan by substituting the honey for pure maple syrup. Enjoy! -- posted by kyliecross

Anzac Day Oaty Biscuits

Fri, 08 May 2009 01:35:29 -0400

I found this recipe for a healthier Anzac Day biscuit on the New Zealand Heart Foundation website. It comes from a program they have done aimed at schools. I was also drawn to it because of the lack of coconut which I was finding in a lot of Anzac Day biscuit recipe. Since I am not a fan of coconut these sound perfect for me. The recipe didn't give a yield. So, I am guessing on that. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Pineapple Raspberry Slushie

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:11:52 -0400

My daughter requested a smoothie and being autumn here we don't have a great fresh fruit choice for a good price so I raided the freezer and came up with this. It was quite thick so more suited to eating with a spoon but oh so delicious. -- posted by **Mandy**

Perfect Butter Croissants

Wed, 13 May 2009 00:54:36 -0400

I had to track down this recipe when Mark Bittman called it "the best croissant recipe ever". It's from Paula Peck's classic cookbook, "The Art of Fine Baking". This recipe takes a long time but it's worth it! You can freeze the shaped croissants and bake from frozen for 12-14 minutes at the 400°F. These continue baking after you remove them from the oven so if you try to eat one immediately it will seem too doughywait for the carry-over time before eating. -- posted by blucoat

Canyon Ranch's Legendary Chocolate Chip Cookies

Wed, 13 May 2009 22:14:21 -0400

A (somewhat) healthy version of chocolate chip cookies from the Canyon Ranch Spa that uses low-fat cream cheese to replace some of the oil, as well as part whole wheat flour. The recipe was printed in their cookbook, "Canyon Ranch: Nourish: Indulgently Healthy Cuisine". -- posted by blucoat

Sweet and Creamy Peanut Butter

Thu, 14 May 2009 02:22:03 -0400

this very simple recipe has been our favorite since we were kids ....... originally from my grandmother. -- posted by Noemi #2

Savory Potato Salad

Sun, 17 May 2009 02:11:34 -0400

The secret ingredient in this summer-ready side, lemon zest, adds a bright zip of flavor to the creamy Dijon-mayonnaise dressing. -- posted by kittycatmom

Smothered Steak Burger

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:59:41 -0400

Sauteed mushrooms, steak sauce, and Worcestershire sauce create robust flavors in this knife-and-fork burger. -- posted by kittycatmom

Coconut Lemon Scones

Sat, 23 May 2009 17:46:21 -0400

These are currently my DH's favorite scones. -- posted by najwa

Oatmeal Bran Muffins (Amish Friendship Bread Starter)

Tue, 26 May 2009 10:25:44 -0400

These are great low fat, healthy muffins that use Amish Friendship Bread Starter (yes, the gift that keeps on giving. . .I swear this stuff multiplies). Feel free to add nuts, raisins, cranberries, cinnamon, vanilla, etc. I make my starter with whole wheat flour, so I go ahead and use cake flour in this recipe to lighten it up a bit. I also use carrot baby food in place of the applesauce to healthify it a bit more :) -- posted by JanuaryBride

Deviled Egg Salad Sandwiches

Wed, 27 May 2009 22:32:49 -0400

I really like egg salad sandwiches. It was the first sandwich "filling" I learned how to make. I've tried many recipes, this is one of my favorites! Update -- YIKES! I completely forgot to add an ingredient! Corrected recipe to add 2 Tablespoons minced green onion. -- posted by kittycatmom

Granmary's Great Granola Bars & Bites

Fri, 29 May 2009 23:05:39 -0400

This is a quick, no-bake granola bar recipe that works perfectly for picky eaters. Our family likes to roll the granola into bite-size spheres that mimic the "Granola Bites" from the grocery store. -- posted by 3PrincessMom

Sumner's Favorite Healthy Rhubarb Scones

Sun, 31 May 2009 20:13:17 -0400

I revised one of my recipes to make it more healthy and added rhubarb to it for a little more flavor. Hope you enjoy it. -- posted by Taste-Tester

Healthier Rice Krispie Squares

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:10:55 -0400

These taste just as good or better then the normal rice krispies that are made with butter. These have less fat. Hope you enjoy these. -- posted by Taste-Tester

Berry Berry Good Smoothie!

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:52:52 -0400

This is a healthy, thick and delicious smoothie that goes great as a breakfast, snack or even dessert! It has a delicious and very thick texture, and servings can be easily altered to meet your demand. This smoothie packs in protein, calcium, fiber and antioxidants with a delicious taste and satisfying thickness. Yummy! Note: The plain greek yogurt is packed with protein at about 15 grams for every 6 ounces, with much less sugar and calories then regular yogurt and no fat, along with a thick and creamy texture. However, if you cant find this delicious stuff, any other yogurt can also be used. Note: If your looking to cut down on calories, omit the banana. -- posted by Chef #1290167

Veggie Lunch Meat (Vegan Dad)

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 01:56:35 -0400

From Vegan Dad blog -- excellent for sack lunches or experimental moods -- posted by Dusty&Sarah

Orange Cream Cheese Muffins

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 02:25:42 -0400

I love this recipe because it uses an entire half orange, peel and all, and tastes like a cross between a cheesecake and a pound cake! This recipe is adapted from "Great Coffee Cakes, Sticky Buns, Muffins and More" by Carole Walter. For an optional Orange Glaze: Combine 1 cup powdered sugar, 5 tablespoons fresh orange juice, and 1 ½ tsp light corn syrup. Whisk until smooth and pour over muffins. The recipe makes 14 medium muffins, or 12 slightly larger ones. -- posted by blucoat

Edmonds Yoyos

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:38:13 -0400

Two deliciously crumbly cookies sandwiched together with a custardy filling...a family favourite! Edmonds is a New Zealand recipe staple, a fail-proof cookbook. In New Zealand I used to make these regularly for my family...they never lasted long!!! -- posted by the_allergic_chef

Wild Berry Muffins

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:36:39 -0400

A yummy June treat, when wild strawberries start growing in and around the garden. -- posted by chefchen

Chicken and Roasted Red Bell Pepper Ciabatta Pizzas

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:04:32 -0400

This is a quick, tasty meal that provides a simple alternative to traditional pizza. You can add toppings to suit your preferences! Feel free to also add fresh herbs- basil would work beautifully! -- posted by Shuzbud

Banana Health Muffins

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 01:15:41 -0400

Healthy, tasty and suitable for coeliacs, those with lactose intolerance and vegans alike. Despite their healthiness, these taste delicious and the recipe can be adapted to suit any tastes and i recommend sprinkling the tops with a little muesli and sugar and serving them warm from the oven and drizzled with yoghurt if you are not lactose intolerant. For a nuttier flavour, the vegetable oil can be substituted for nut oil. Chickpea flour can be substituted for rice flour if you don't like the taste. Variations include adding apple, dates, cream cheese, cranberries and raisins to name a few...the possibilities are endless! Enjoy! -- posted by the_allergic_chef

Fruit Cocktail Lunch Box Bars

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:27:31 -0400

Lunchboxes aren't just for kids anymore. They also belong to hard-working people who like to "brown bag" their midday meal (or supper, in the case of late shift workers). These cookie bars don't need to be limited to the lunchbox. They're perfect with a glass of icy cold milk. From an old newspaper clipping. -- posted by Molly53

Banana Oat Breakfast Bars

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:16:14 -0400

A quick and delicious breakfast bar. I make these for my daughter and husband to get them fed and out the door quick in the morning. I have made these with a variety of combinations of dried fruits. You can also try diced carrots or parsnips in place of the cranberries for a nice change. Its an easy way to sneak veggies into a kid's diet! -- posted by Mere2LuLa

Egg Salad BLT

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:13:50 -0400

Two of my favorite sandwiches made into one! What could be better than that! This can be made lighter by removing a bit of the egg yolk. Delicious sandwich! Found on Cooking Light.com -- posted by kittycatmom

Double Peanut Butter Candy Bites With Granola

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:48:09 -0400

Super quick snack using prepared peanut butter cookie dough, mini peanut butter cups and granola cereal. From Southern Living. -- posted by mailbelle

Bacon and Macaroni Frittata

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 01:19:49 -0400

This is quick and easy to prepare- a great meal with salad in the summer or with more substantial sides in the winter. I like that it is a complete meal, without the fatty crust associated with a quiche. If you do not have Cavenders seasoning, pepper will do. I use extra lean bacon medallions so add about 1/2 tablespoon of oil to cook the bacon in. -- posted by Shuzbud

Cranberry Almond Granola

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 02:32:20 -0400

I work at a boys' school and they absolutely love this recipe. They eat it dry or with milk or yogurt. You can add whatever you want to the mix, or use regular old fashioned oatmeal instead of the kind I use in this recipe. -- posted by Chef #1305167

Spam and Macaroni Salad

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:58:26 -0400

A quick and easy summertime salad that is great served hot or cold. A family favorite made for over 40 years. -- posted by Loves To Cook but NOT clean up

Lunch Box Fun-Due

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:42:29 -0400

From Rachel Ray's Yum-O cookbook. This is a recipe that DD7 picked out to make for us for lunch. :) It fits my requirement that our lunches be healthy and well-balanced. She washed and trimmed the strawberries, peeled the carrots, cut up the cheese, mixed the salsa/dressing, and helped assemble the lunches. A 12 year old could probably make this with just some supervision. The amounts listed are RR's original amounts, but I think unless you are feeding a grown man, this is too much food. Adjust amounts to fit the appetite. -- posted by CraftScout

Sour Cream Brownies

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:36:42 -0400

I found this recipe in a cook book and modified a bit. I lov it because its simple and it taste great. -- posted by Chef #1320140

Joe Bars (Chocolate Granola Bars)

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:59:16 -0400

These granola bars are attributed to "Joe", a trail guide and vet at the Wintergreen resort (or so my faded, printed recipe tells me). In any case, I cannot claim this recipe to be my own, but it is a keeper. I have a batch of these Joe Bars ready at all times (and they freeze well too). -- posted by Holly301

Fastest Lunch or Dinner Ever! (Healthy Too, W/Black Beans)

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:45:17 -0400

Forget wasting time waiting in the McD's line. This healthy dish is more delicious, nutritious, and fast. All 4 of my kids love this because it is mild, not like most black bean dishes. To be sure, it is simple and plain, but sometimes that is the best. It can be supplemented with as many things as you can imagine--grilled chicken pieces, cheese, cilantro, tomato, black olives, green onions, etc., but we all love it just like this. -- posted by annlouise

Sunny Lemon Squares

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:41:06 -0400

By Mr. Food; found on our local television station's website. Love that these have no cheese! One of our family favorites. Prep time is a guess-timate. -- posted by Kat's Mom

Wesson Fried Chicken

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 10:05:38 -0400

I am always on the lookout for a recipe like my aunts in Kansas used to make. This looks very similar, except I believe they used buttermilk. Found this on the Wesson Oil website. -- posted by Kat's Mom

Curry Puffs/Sausage Rolls

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 10:37:40 -0400

These are really easy and perfect for parties or any occaision where finger food is necessary. They can be eaten hot or cold, store well so they can be made a day or two in advance if need be and the curry taste is quite mild and suitable for kids! I'd say they could be frozen before baking so if you're in a hurry all you have to do is defrost and they're ready to bake. Did I mention they're really yummy! They usually don't last more than a day in my house! -- posted by Hayley_11

Yogurt Honey Health Mini Muffins

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:31:24 -0400

This recipe comes to us courtesy of the Renegade Lunch Lady Chef Ann Cooper and her book Lunch Lessons: Changing the Way We Feed our Children. The addition of yogurt not only makes these muffins moist, but helps them stay fresh in an airtight container for up to three days and still taste wonderful. If cake flour is not readily available, all-purpose flour can be substituted. The muffins will be slightly denser, but will taste just as good. (recipe found on Whole Foods website) -- posted by JanuaryBride

Tuna and Coleslaw Wrap

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:29:18 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping. Recommended on SparkPeople.com for children's bag lunches, but it looks like a WW-friendly recipe for me. -- posted by KateL

Try a Cashew Chicken Salad in a Sandwich on a Hot Summer Evening

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:05:49 -0400

The title is pretty self-explanatory, and I think you'll agree that this is a nice way to spend a summer evening. Kettle (crunchy) potato chips on the side, a couple of home-made cookies or a brownie, some carrot sticks, and you've got a pretty decent brown-bag lunch, too. The original recipe (from Taste of Home, Aug/Sep 09) calls for pumpernickel bread. -- posted by Debber

Fancy Schmancy Very Easy Omelet Croissant

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:15:47 -0400

Here are some eggs with style! Get the skillet warming up while you're prepping the eggies, and have everything else ready to add in, so it all comes together easily at the end. Thanks to the wonderful cooks at Taste of Home (Aug/Sep '09) for another great one! If you'd like your sammie to be a bit heartier, add another egg (2 per person then). How easy can this be? :-) -- posted by Debber

Bake Sale Time: Rice Krispies W/ Malted Milk Ball Bars

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:18:02 -0400

Here's one to add to your bake sale repertoire--and they'll be just enough different [but still the same thing] to get the kids curious, and good enough that they'll sell like "hot cakes!" Save a couple for the home-folks, because you won't be bringing any home when you take these to the potluck or family reunion picnic! I use two bowls (recycle the first one) so I have everything ready to pour and mix--goes much quicker and no wasting time to measure when the stuff is hot! Again, the gals at Taste of Home get all the credit--Aug/Sep '09. -- posted by Debber

Yum Yum Yo Yo Biscuits

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:49:14 -0400

Adapted from a recipe I found on the Simply Great Meals website. Faced a dilemma in settling on a name for these. They are n-e-v-e-r called Yo Yo Biscuits, just Yo Yos... the Simply Great Meals website called them Yo Yo's, but the apostrophe makes no sense, and without the apostrophe the name looks like Yo YOS - which sounds silly and is NOT what they are known as! Conversions: 150g = just under 5oz; 60g = 2oz. Personally, I'd prefer to omit the food coloring. Not anti-pink, just prefer to avoid unnecessary chemicals. Seems to me that even a 1/2 teaspoon of cherry juice would achieve the pinkness if that's what you're after. The slivered almonds are not generally found in a traditional Yo Yo: I've added those. I'm of the belief that yummy nut never goes astray, be it in sweet or savoury dishes. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Dark Chocolate and Sangiovese Pear Brownies

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:40:42 -0400

This yummy and super-rich chocolate brownie recipe has been adapted from a recipe by Maggie Beer, a revered Australian chef and author of many cookbooks. If Sangiovese Verjuice is not available use any Verjuice; and you could use glacé cumquat, ginger - or whatever glacé fruit you like instead of the pear - and you could use a mixture of fruit and nuts. I'd recommend macadamia nuts. Some conversions: 300g = approximately 91/2 ounces; 250g = 8 ounces; 60g = 2 ounces; 40g = 11/3 ounces. For the BEST results, do use top quality chocolate, such as Lindt 70% cocoa. Recently, I tried some German chocolate that was 85% cocoa... that was probably too rich and too bitter for most tastes, so rich in fact that you'd find that much as they enjoyed it people wouldn't be coming back for a second and third brownie - so your brownies would last longer! -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Rich Mallow and Honey Almond Fudge

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:31:39 -0400

Ive adapted this recipe from one I found on the Simply Great Meals website. The original recipe uses pistachios; Ive used honey-roasted almonds. Obviously, you could use whatever nuts you fancy or a mixture of several different nuts. Once youve melted your chocolate, butter and marshmallows, no more cooking is required. Great for lunchbox snacks, picnics and potlucks! For the best results, use top quality chocolate rather than cooking chocolate. Ive suggested Lindt, and if you choose one with orange or peppermint chips, youll add another subtle flavour. Ive wondered also about using a fruit juice instead of the water but havent tried this yet. The conversions you may need: 90g = 3oz; 250g = 8oz. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Chocolate and Beetroot Cupcakes

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:31:46 -0400

Rich and moist cupcakes, adapted from a Maggie Beer recipe. Maggie Beer is a well-known Australian chef and has written several books on food. For the best results, use top quality chocolate! Conversions you may need: 90g =30z; 60g = 2oz; 100g = 31/4oz; 14g = just under 1/2 oz. 15g = 1/2oz. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies (America's Test Kitchen)

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:26:41 -0400

These are really wonderful large, thick, and chewy cookies with a deep caramel flavour due to the unusual step of browning the butter . The recipe is from Cooks Illustrated Magazine (May/June 2009). -- posted by blucoat

Make Your Own Vegetable Crackers

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:20:38 -0400

Use a package of vegetable soup mix to make your own vegetable crackers. From Southern Living. CS -- posted by mailbelle

Simple Cucumber Sandwich

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:45:54 -0400

Simpe mayonnaise, cucumber, and toasted white bread. Works perfectly in school lunches. -- posted by Chef #1384007

Potato, Scallion, Dill and Cheese Frittata

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:43:12 -0400

Make this the night before and leave in the fridge. Delicious with mayo or ketchup. For a non-veggie option add a couple of slices of ham. -- posted by English_Rose

Tuna and Bean Salad

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:42:26 -0400

An all-time favorite Italian salad, this won't take long to make and is great for lunch. -- posted by English_Rose

London's Borough Market Chocolate Brownies

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 10:50:00 -0400

Borough market brownie-maker Matt Jones shared his infamous dense chocolate brownie recipe on BBC Good Food, and I am posting it here for safe-keeping! For anyone who has tasted one of these brownies, the experience is sublime.......deep, intense and chewy brownies that are packed full of lucious chocolate! Borough Market is London's oldest food market, its origins date back from the time when the Romans built the original London Bridge. And, although it has moved from where it was originally established, Borough Market has occupied its current site for the last 250 years. You can find both food and non-food items in this market, but locals regularly go here to get fresh produce from various parts of the British Isles. One of the most popular foodie treats in the market, is the ostrich burger, as well as these delicious brownies. Makes 12 LARGE squidgy brownies. -- posted by French Tart

Quick Raspberry Banana Loaf

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:32:04 -0400

Found this recipe on the back of a sugar packet. I hate Bananas in anything and this is the only recipe I've ever come across where I don't mind the bananas. When I make it I put the batter into 12 Medium Muffin moulds instead and halve the cooking time. The family loves them as a snack, lunchbox treat or breakfast on the run. -- posted by Possum Chef

Brown Bag Burritos

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:55:18 -0400

Instead of sandwiches in your brown bag -- why not try these burritos. Found in an old Taste of Home Magazine. Make ahead, freeze and pull one out when you need a quick lunch or snack. -- posted by Bobbie

Sunflower Coconut Balls

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:08:28 -0400

This is an old Cadbury recipe found in a vintage cookbook, I haven't tried it yet but thought it sounded simple to do and tasty to boot. -- posted by **Mandy**

Classic Deli Wraps

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:11:02 -0400

I got this from a Pampered Chef season's best book about 8 years ago Since then, I have made them alot, both for catered functions and my own lunches or kids picnics -- posted by GingerlyJ

Pizza Swirls

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:55:33 -0400

Little breads which are great to make ahead and freeze to have handy for a party, lunch or to brown bag. Delicious served with soup or salad. Cooking time does not include rising time (90 minutes). -- posted by Iceland

Speedy Chicken Empanadas

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:46:36 -0400

This recipe I borrowed from Paula deen and tweaked it to make my own. My whole family, even the picky 3 year old loves it! -- posted by GingerlyJ

Mini Egg & Bacon Pies

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:31:18 -0400

This is my little egg & bacon pie. It is very basic, made for kids, so feel free to add any little herbs, etc, that you like! They are great served either hot or cold, and my kids love them in their lunchboxes. -- posted by Sara 76

Mini Bacon & Zucchini Pies

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:05:46 -0400

This is a great little recipe I came up with yesterday, to use up some leftover ingredients! They are great hot, or cold! You can make these as written, in a muffin pan, or make small free form pies by cutting the pastry sheet into 4 squares, and placing a spoonful of filling in each square, then pinch the sides up to form a parcel. I have posted pics of both. -- posted by Sara 76

Spicy Gf Apple Muffins

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:49:47 -0400

A moist and spicy muffin. Free of gluten, nuts, soy. An easy, healthy recipe that's perfect for the car or bus on busy school days. -- posted by Cookin' on the Prairie

Health Sandwiches

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:18:34 -0400

my kids get these sandwiches in their lunchbox pretty often and are always happy to see them -- posted by GingerlyJ

Twisted Tuna Fish Sandwich

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:33:12 -0400

I have been trying for a few months now to make a recipe as close to what my mother made. This taste just like it. It's not overly sweet, or fishy tasting. I do not like sea food but I could eat this sandwich everyday. -- posted by Madeline's Mommy

Rocky Crunch Cakes

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:49:11 -0400

This came off the box of my son's favourite cereal. A very popular cake with children,and very easy to make with them too! -- posted by Noo

Deli Pasta Salad

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:51:25 -0400

Great for taking to work. -- posted by English_Rose

Banana Ginger Parkin

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:16:01 -0400

This is a great way to use up soft bananas. This nutritious and energy giving cake doesn't break up easily,making it good for the childrens packed lunch boxes.The parkin keeps really well in a covered container for up to two months. -- posted by Noo

Low-Fat Frosted Brownie Cupcakes

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:19:09 -0400

These are really rich for a cake with no added fat :) hope you enjoy them! -- posted by Rainbow*Bubbles

Candy Corn Onigiri (Rice Balls)

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:05:28 -0400

For Halloween bento boxes! This is a lunchbox friendly recipe, quick to put together. Prep time does not include cooking of rice, as you can prepare the rice the night before, or use leftover rice. I like cooking my rice fresh in my rice cooker while I fix the rest of the lunches. These would also make good non-sweet treats for a Halloween party. You can also add a smidge of filling to the rice ball before you decorate it, like chicken, squash, or whatever. :) -- posted by CraftScout

Simple Ham Spread

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:18:54 -0500

Here's a very simple and basic ham sandwich spread from Jean Pare's Company's Coming Soups & Sandwiches. You can make this as written, increase the quantity of chopped onion or add things like chopped celery and mustard to add more flavour. This recipe should be enough to make 4 sandwiches. -- posted by Dreamer in Ontario

Low Carb Chicago Syle Hot Dogs

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:27:53 -0500

I got this from the show Blaine's low Carb Kitchen.. I like how they substitute bread for lettuce but still keep that Chicago taste -- posted by GingerlyJ

Crunchy Chicken Cheddar Wrap, University of Kansas Style

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:05:49 -0500

KU Dining offers one really good over priced student on the go food. Everyone lines up for it, its easy and TASTY. -- posted by College Girl

Banana Apple Bread (From the Sweet Melissa Bakery)

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:56:49 -0500

This is an excellent, moist banana bread by itself but the addition of caramelized brown sugar apples make this truly outstanding. You can add nuts or currants. Be sure to use super-ripe bananas (the blacker the better). The banana bread keeps well wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze well wrapped in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil for up to 3 weeks. Defrost (still wrapped) at room temperature. The recipe was printed in "The Sweet Melissa Baking Book: Recipes from the Beloved Bakery for Everyone's Favorite Treats" by Melissa Murphy. -- posted by blucoat

Mommy's Instant Oatmeal

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 08:12:21 -0500

After making instant oatmeal from packs and trying to adapt the quick oats for years, I finally created this basic high octane (fiber & protein) recipe to fuel our mornings. To accommodate changing tastes and my desire to experiment I mix and store the basic recipe. The desired add-ins are mixed when I serve the cereal. The recipe can also be increased to accommodate OAMC. -- posted by TeresaD

Whole Grain Cinnamon Nut Baby Biscotti

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:09:39 -0500

Cinnamon, sugar, and butter play a starring role in these crunchy mini-biscotti. Best of all, your family and friends will never guess they're made with whole wheat flour, especially when you use white whole wheat. I am not sure how many this makes as the recipe didn't state it and it would depend on how you make your logs. -- posted by Ceezie

Whole Wheat Applesauce Cookies

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 18:01:11 -0500

My favorite cookie recipe! These are moist, chewy and delicious. Because most of the sweetness and the moisture comes from the applesauce rather than fat or sugar, not to mention the whole-wheat flour, I don't feel guilty about sneaking one or two of these for breakfast! -- posted by CorianneW

Blueberry Mixed Spice Spelt Muffins

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:56:45 -0500

Found this recipe on www.grouprecipes.com. Just put them into the oven. Looks really good and relatively helathy - except for the sugar - maybe try Stevia instead of the sugar. -- posted by Wendys Kitchen

The Ultimate Tuna Mayonnaise

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:31:06 -0500

This can be served as a tuna salad or spread on bagels / bread etc for yummy sandwiches! -- posted by English_Rose

Raspberry Streusel Muffins (The Silver Palate)

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:09:58 -0500

These are really delicious and beautiful muffins from, "The Silver Palate Good Times Cookbook", by Julee Rosso, Sheila Lukins, and Sarah Leah Chase. The pecan streusel topping and the lemon glaze makes them extra-special. You can substitute blueberries for the raspberries. -- posted by blucoat

Greek Tuna Salad Pockets

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:14:00 -0500

Greek tuna salad served in pita breads. -- posted by English_Rose

Cheddar and Bacon Loaf

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:49:09 -0500

Sunday morning and you're reading the papers, savoring the lovely aroma of fried bacon as you wait for your Cheddar and bacon loaf to finish baking. This easy recipe only takes 40 minutes from start to finish, with no yeast or kneading involved - so enjoy. -- posted by English_Rose

Spicy Chicken & Bacon Pasties

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 11:38:49 -0500

These easy to eat chicken and bacon pasties are perfect for on the go, lunch boxes, or a main meal served with a nice green salad. -- posted by English_Rose

Victorian Watercress Tea Sandwiches for High Tea and Picnics

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:20:30 -0500

During Victorian times, children used to take watercress sandwiches to school in place of meat ones. I love them, especially when cut into small trianges and served with a cuppa (cup of tea!). Use the freshest bread - I like to use wholemeal, and a fresh salted farmhouse butter. I have inlcluded a soup idea at the end of the recipe, to be made with the excess stalks! So a soup and sandwich recipe then! -- posted by French Tart