British food often gets a bad rap, but truth be told, it reigns supreme when it comes to hearty meals. Getting your kids to indulge can be easy considering the cuisine’s inclusion of mashed potatoes, pastry dough and gravy-covered veggies. Keep scrolling to grab a few easy and tradition British recipe the kids will crave.
Once you try clotted cream, you'll never go back. This British spread goes great on just about anything, but is traditionally used on scones for team time. The View from Great Island has perhaps the easiest recipe we've ever seen!
Speaking of scones! You can't enjoy a proper cream tea without a few buttery treats like these scones from Caroline's Cooking. Made with baking ingredients you likely had on hand, they make for the perfect baking activity for an afternoon.
Hear us out: a hardboiled egg, wrapped in sausage, coated in breadcrumbs and then baked. Hello, Scotch eggs! A hearty breakfast that is actually not that hard to make, you'll love this tasty and zesty recipe from The Beach House Kitchen.
Sausage and cheesy mashed potatoes are at the heart of this Irish dish. Served with onion gravy, A Spicy Perspective has a tasty recipe has an easy recipe that is perfect for chilly nights.
Ground beef, gravy and veggies: this is cottage pie! Once you combine in a casserole dish, all that's left is the crowning glory, mashed potatoes and cheese. Check out Boulder Lacavore's simple recipe that makes for great leftovers.
Great for on the go, or slathering in gravy, the Cornish pasty is an easy way to sneak in veggies! Food Fanatic's recipe uses traditional ingredients like steak, onion and rutabaga to name a few, then bakes in a flaky dough.
Want your little kings and queens to dine in style? Whip up Coronation Chicken! Literally a recipe developed for the queen, The Petite Cook's own version pulls together this chicken salad dish in 10 minutes.
Part pancake and part scone, Welsh cakes are great for breakfast or tea. The Worktop's recipe is simple and straightforward, using raisins for natural sweetness.
This English trifle is meat free (unlike Rachel's version in the infamous Friends episode) and oh so delicious. That Skinny Chick Can Bake uses tasty cake, berries, custard and whipped cream to craft the prettiest dessert at the table.
Take a break this year! Treat yourself and your family to a Thanksgiving feast to remember. With less preparation, cooking and cleanup you’ll have more time for family charades or to simply cozy up on the couch and watch your favorite family movie. Scroll down now to check out this abundant list of Bay Area restaurants and meal delivery options you just might be thankful for this year.
One Market One Market’s Thanksgiving menu features a roasted Willie Bird Turkey, served with a fresh Pear and Arugula Salad, Cornbread-Sausage Stuffing (non-sausage version available), Caramelized Brussels Sprouts, Shallot Thyme Gravy (on the side) and Cranberry Relish. To sweeten your night, get the Pumpkin “pie” Tart or Chocolate Pot de Crème. This meal comes chilled to heat and serve at home. $79 per person, minimum of two people. Classic cocktails and wine also available. Order here to pickup on Wednesday Nov. 24.
Canela Canela is offering pre-orders on classic holiday meats and desserts for pick-up and delivery. The Thanksgiving Butcher Shop offers Marinated Natural Turkey, Rolled, Stuffed Turkey Breast with Mashed Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, Cornbread Stuffing and Brussels Sprouts. Available homemade pies by Chona Piumarta of Pastry Cupboard include Pumpkin cheesecake brownies, Pecan Pie with Shortbread Crust or customer favorite: Blueberry Buttermilk Pie. Order here until Nov. 18. Pickup or local delivery available on Nov. 24.
A-Five Meats A-Five Meat Company is a distribution company that provides the finest cuts of wagyu to the world’s top chefs, and now to the consumer at home. Order the new Wagyu Feast, which features 6 pieces of wagyu and wagyu ground beef and includes Kobe beef and the Sanuki Olive Fed A5 Grade. ($1,140) for a turkey alternative with a group. The company also offers a Wagyu Sampler and Wagyu Essentials pack. Order here
Shuk Shuka Shuk Shukka, which means "market" in both Hebrew and Arabic, is a new online marketplace created by a collaborative team of chefs with Middle Eastern roots delivering goods to the Bay Area. To spice up your Thanksgiving feast, snag the Dips and Spices Package that comes with 4 dips and 2 spices for $44.99. Order here
Mina Family Kitchen Chef Michael Mina and his culinary team introduce a very special feast from International Smoke. The dinner serves 4 people and is available for $299. Highlights include Butternut Squash Soup with toasted hazelnuts and pumpernickel croutons, Truffle Caesar Salad with onion crema, truffle vinaigrette and parmesan, Smoked Turkey Breast with truffle gravy, Asiago Stuffed Potatoes, Cornbread Stuffing and Apple Crumble Pie for dessert. Minimal heating and prep required at home. Instructions included. Order now through Nov. 23. In addition to delivery, orders can be picked up Nov. 24 and Nov. 25.
Cassava Take it easy this year with take out from Cassava! The Outer Richmond’s casually elegant eatery is offering a ready to reheat Turkey Day Dinner for four. Stuffed with your favorites and all the fixings, Cassava’s Thanksgiving Meal to-go includes: 1 Whole Turkey (6-8 lbs, roasted ready to reheat), Green Bean Casserole, Candied Yams, Cornbread & Honey Butter, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce and a Whole Pumpkin Pie. Order here
Brenda's French Soul FoodFor a larger group, try the whole turkey dinner kit (Serves 8 to 12) with all the fixin's: Butter Whipped Potatoes, Andouille Cornbread Dressing, Green Beans, Biscuits, Cranberry Compote ($330). Or for a smaller celebration, enjoy the same savory sides with a turkey breast ($165). And to fill your kitchen with holiday aromas, add spiced wine or cider! Order here for pickup on Nov. 23.
Lord Stanley This Michelin-starred Modern European restaurant offers a Thanksgiving Dinner for four. The feast includes: Truffled Turkey Breast Stuffed with Confit Leg, Sourdough and Dried Fruit, Yukon Gold Pomme Puree with Savory Hazelnut Praline, Winter Squash and Persimmon Galette, Spiced Cranberry Sauce, Poultry Jus, Parker House Rolls and Pumpkin Bundt Cake with Calvados and Granny Smith Apple ($375). And to make it even fancier, why not add a side of caviar? Cocktails, beer and wine also available. Order here for pick-up on Nov. 24.
SPQR Chef Matt Accarrino offers an Italian-inspired Thanksgiving feast in two packages—one for 4-5 people and the other for 8-9 people. Both packages include: Herb Roasted Turkey, Black Truffle Gravy, Root Vegetable Stuffing, Winter Green Caesar Salad, Baked Mushroom filled Pasta Rotolo with Marsala Crema, 4 side dishes and a choice of Meyer Lemon Tre Latti Cake, Caramelized Sweet Potato Cheesecake, or Jean's Pecan Pie. Order here to pickup on Nov. 24 or Nov. 25.
3rd CousinStart your intimate dinner for two with a 7-layer salad before digging in to an Herb Roasted Organic Diestel Turkey, Sausage Stuffing, Whipped Potatoes, Yams, and a Classic Green Been Casserole. For dessert, enjoy a slice each of pumpkin pie and pecan pie. All for $198. Order online for pickup on Nov. 25.
Luke’s Local With a wide variety of raw birds, Luke’s Local also offers a smoked (whole or half) turkey from Willie Bird Farms. And choose from a wide selection of sides. Some options are more traditional like Stuffing, Candied Yams and Mashed Potatoes, but other autumnal choices include Arugula Salad with Persimmon, Candied Walnuts and Goat Cheese or Stuffed Squash with Quinoa and Pepitas. Pies are also available. And whether you’re hosting or not, why not throw in a seasonal bouquet or holiday wreath. Order here.
Presidio Social Club Let the Presidio Social Club Exchange fuss over the meal while you focus on your friends and family. Savor the 12-14lb Roasted Turkey, Mushroom Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cranberry Relish. Choose between whole Pumpkin Pie or Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie. Barrel aged cocktails also available. Serves 4-6 ($345). Order here by Nov. 16 to pickup on Nov. 25.
Pomella(Oakland) Mica Talmor’s mains, sides and desserts are all made with his distinctive Mediterranean and Eastern Europe influence. Order a la carte from a special holiday menu that includes Stuffed Turkey Breast Roulade, Harissa Turkey Wings, Mushroom “Bastilla,” Moroccan-style Phyllo Pie, Yukon Gold and Celeriac Mashed Potatoes, Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Butternut Squash and Brandied Cherries, House-made Biscuits, Sweet Potato Cheesecake with Candied Ginger, Pecan-Caramel Bars, and more. Heat and serve at home. Wine and beer are also available. Fresh Apple Persimmon Pie from Oakland-based baker Edith’s Pie will also be available whole and by the slice. Pre-order by noon on Nov. 20 for pick up on Nov. 23 and Nov. 24.
Rocky's Market(Oakland) This year, Rocky's teamed up with Two Local Girls catering to offer to-go holiday meals. For $65/person, start your meal with Salad with Radishes, Oranges, Cojita Cheese and Pepitas before moving on to Roasted Turkey “Pavo Navideno” with Achiote Gravy. The meal includes Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Poblano Peppers, Sauteed Greens and ends with a sweet Bunuelo with Dulce de Leche and Chocolate Sauce. Order here.
Horn Barbecue(Oakland) Why not try one of the Bay Area’s hottest new restaurants? Pitmaster Matt Horn (best new chef, Food & Wine Magazine 2021), offers Smoked Turkey ($150), whole Prime Brisket ($250) or Beef Rib Racks ($120). Sides include Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, and Potatoes. For dessert, try the Pumpkin Bread Pudding. Order now for pickup on Nov. 24.
Buttercup (Walnut Creek, Concord, Vallejo, Oakland) For $80, this Thanksgiving feast is a steal! The meal includes: 2 lbs of Hand Carved, Slow Roasted Turkey Breast, Cornbread Sage Stuffing, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Fresh Vegetables, Turkey Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Caesar Salad and your choice of Pumpkin or Pecan Pie. Generously serves 4 to 6! Served cold for you to reheat at home. Order here.
Montperi Caterers(Oakland) Order Chef Lamont’s Thanksgiving specials delivered to your door. Turkeys range from 10lbs to 18lbs. Traditional sides are available as is Apple Cobbler, Peach Cobbler, Pumpkin Pie, or Cheesecake. Order here by Nov. 22.
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley (East Palo Alto)—This Thanksgiving, savor a fully prepared meal by the chefs at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley from the comfort of your home. Each family-style menu includes soup and salad appetizers, turkey with all the trimmings, and dessert for the whole family. The menu includes: Red Kale Salad, Butternut Squash Soup, Oven Roasted Turkey Breast with Muscat Glaze and Pecan Pie Cobbler. Order now until Nov. 18 for pickup on Nov. 25.
Manresa Bread (Los Altos, Campbell, Los Gatos) This Thanksgiving, Manresa Bread features seasonal favorites made with house-milled flour: Pecan Pie, Apple, Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Butter Buns, Kouign Amann, and an Assorted Fresh-Milled Cookie Tin offering five different Cookie Varieties, (25 cookies for $55). Pre-order now for pickup on Nov. 23 or Nov 24.
Black Angus Steakhouse, (San Lorenzo, San Jose, Vallejo) Available in three sizes, family Turkey Dinners feature the holiday classics: Roasted Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Sage Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Fresh Broccoli with Garlic Butter, Garden Salad, fresh Cranberry Sauce, Molasses Bread and Pumpkin Pie. If you’re not in the mood for turkey, why not try the prime rib? Order online.
Selby’s (Redwood City) The entire menu is a la carte so feel free to create the Thanksgiving meal of your dreams. Think organic turkey (10-12lb: $125; 24-26lb: $265), Traditional Stuffing, Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Cranberry-Orange Relish and more! Place your orders by Nov. 23 for pick-up on Nov. 25.
Carneros Resort & Spa—Carneros Resort is offering Turkey To-Go meals for those that want to enjoy the resort’s holiday feast within the comfort and security of their own home. The package serves groups of 4-6 people ($350) and features an Organic Diestel Turkey with traditional sides, all featuring the abundant flavors of Napa Valley. To preorder, call the Market at 707.299.4820 or email Pauline Stanley at pstanley@carnerosresort.com
Left Bank (Larkspur, Menlo Park, San Jose) This 4 course prix-fixe dinner is only $59/person and includes Butternut Squash Soup, Fall Salad, and a traditional Roasted Turkey with Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Brussels Sprouts, Candied Yams and Orange Cranberry Relish. Or—if turkey isn’t to your liking, try the Honey Mustard Glazed Natural Rack of Pork or the Autumn Risotto. All meals come with Pumpkin Pie. Order online for pickup on Thanksgiving Day. View menu here.
Dee Wagner Kick up your feet, relax and let Dee Wagner do all the work. With options for 2 people ($100) to 10 people ($500), each meal includes Diestel Family Ranch Free Range Turkey, Mushroom Bread Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Moroccan Carrots, and Caramelized Brussels Sprouts and Delicata Squash. Order online and your meal will be delivered the day before thanksgiving. You can also make a donation this Thanksgiving to NoHungerHere and bring meals to hungry people throughout the North Bay.
Jessie & LaurentSave your sanity and order up some gourmet meals from Jessie & Laurent for your family. This San Rafael-based company has delivered delicious, chef-made meals to the Bay Area for nearly 40 years. Thanksgiving offerings from Jessie & Laurent include:
And don't forget the traditional sides: Whipped Potatoes, Classic Stuffing with Mushrooms, Roasted Root Veggies and Cranberry Relish. Desserts include pumpkin pie, pecan pie, rustic apple tartlets and so much more! View the complete Thanksgiving menu here and place your order early so they don't sell out of your favorite items.
Good Eggs Start off with an antipasto board or a cheese platter and move on to a complete Thanksgiving feast (think turkey with all the necessary sides). Or—if you like the way cooking a turkey makes your house smell like the holidays, why not just cook the bird yourself and have all the sides delivered? You can customize, add meat alternatives, tack on a wide selection of fresh desserts and enjoy beer or wine to toast the occasion. Click here to start your order.
Whole Foods MarketWhether you want an entire Thanksgiving feast for 12, just sides, soups and sauces, or a vegan celebration, give Whole Foods a try. With the option of a fully cooked or raw turkey and sides fully prepared or just the ingredients, they really do cater to everyone. Click here to explore your options.
Thanksgiving is the premiere holiday for food lovers. After all, when else are you making a multi-course feast with all of the best comfort foods? And a new study shows that if there aren’t any leftovers to enjoy as a result, more than half of people believe the holiday is ruined.
A study conducted by OnePoll, on behalf of Stasher surveyed 2,000 Americans about their Thanksgiving meal preferences. Turns out, leftovers are a really big deal, since more than two-thirds said they taste better than the original meal. And 35% of respondents eat the leftovers for five days or more after the initial meal!
Most people (72%) prepare their holiday feast with the intention of having leftovers. But what’s the best way to enjoy them? Respondents mentioned Turkey Tetrazzini, breakfast potato pancakes, a casserole, or even stuffing everything into an avocado.
Finally, pumpkin pie is delicious, but many people believe it shouldn’t be eaten any other time of year except during the holidays. If you’re looking for a dessert that’s a bit more versatile, we have 38 non-pie options for your consideration!
— Sarah Shebek
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Turkey and mashed potatoes are great, but no Thanksgiving meal is complete without stuffing. There are so many different stuffing recipes out there, from slow-cooker varieties to vegan and gluten-free options, and we’ve rounded up our favorites below. These drool-worthy recipes might just steal the show at your holiday dinner.
Think outside the turkey! Not only are these stuffing muffins kid-size, but they’re also vegan and gluten-free. Add a scoop of mashed potatoes on top and you’re all set for a can’t-miss combo. Get the recipe from The Colorful Kitchen.
Fox Valley Foodie is sure to be a winner, with its indulgent cheese topping and hearty mushroom filling. And it’s super easy to make, too, with the help of a boxed stuffing mix. To get the recipe, click here.
This delish dish from Life Made Sweeter combines butternut squash, cornbread, cranberries, sweet potatoes and more into a stuffing of epic flavors. Bonus points: it uses the slow cooker, so you can set it and forget it. Click here to grab the recipe.
Plant-based eaters don’t have to miss out on the feast thanks to this tasty stuffing recipe from Raepublic. It’s made with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, making it a win for your shopping list. Click here to grab the recipe.
With this stuffing from A Spicy Perspective, the magic word is “bundt.” That’s right, with your handy bundt pan, you can actually make a stuffing sculpture that’s fit for any Thanksgiving dinner table! Get the recipe by clicking here.
We’re all for any Thanksgiving recipe that involves the slow cooker. This top-notch stuffing from Damn Delicious cooks in the crockpot and uses delish Hawaiian sweet bread. We dare you to eat just one spoonful. Click here to get the recipe.
Ready for a Hollywood-worthy stuffing? This yummy dish is adapted from Marilyn Monroe’s own recipe. To read more about how it was found, check out The New York Times’ article for the full low-down.
Your kids may be wary of the chard but with chunks of French bread and juicy sausage swarming around the fresh green, they won’t be able to resist this unique recipe. Get the details by clicking here.
This timeless recipe from Savory Sweet Life is a traditional masterpiece because of its beautiful simplicity. It's perfect for your really picky eaters as the three main ingredients are bread, onions and celery. To snag the recipe, click here.
This tasty stuffing has a creamy texture and comes to us from Little B Cooks. It’s a great recipe for your kids to get involved in because it’s simple–just four ingredients! Find out how it's made by clicking here.
If you like your stuffing more crispy, check out this cranberry pistachio stuffing from Season with Spice. This dish is full of crispy bites of bacon and toasted bread chunks, plus an added pistachio crunch. Click here to get the recipe.
Thank goodness for Weelicious, where you can find all kinds of recipes (like this apple sausage stuffing) designed around pleasing little bitty taste buds. You’ll like it, too, because the prep time is minimal. To grab the details, click here.
Looking to add some seafood flair to your family feast? Try this New England style stuffing from A Taste with Koko. It’s packed with sausage and oysters, for extra rich and out-of-the-box flavor. Get the recipe by clicking here.
A hit recipe from The Diva Dish, this cornbread stuffing combines lots of fresh herbs, homemade cornbread and several other kid-friendly flavors into one tasty package. Snag the recipe by clicking here.
If you or a family member has gluten restrictions, check out this stuffing option from Marla Meridith. It’s gluten-free, soy-free, vegan and satisfying for carnivores, too. Click here to get the recipe.
Hear us out: potatoes just might be the perfect food. They might seem boring at first glance, but there’s an endless number of ways to prepare them, from mashed to baked to french fried. No holiday meal is complete without spuds, so we’ve rounded up some of our favorite potato side dishes. Read on to find your family’s new favorite.
Because we know a good thing when we taste one, here is the ever-popular mashed potato with a twist. From chef to the stars and founder of the FoodCulture App Chef Ryan Rondeno comes a wonderfully enhanced version of mashed potatoes with roasted garlic and sour cream. Get the recipe here.
Satisfy your craving for french fries by whipping up a batch of healthier baked fries. They come out deliciously crispy and can be paired with pretty much any meal.
For a fun twist on mashed potatoes, try this delish potato casserole. It adds celery and red peppers to the mix, and it’s topped with melty cheese to lure in the little ones. To get the recipe, click here.
Potato dishes don’t have to be heavy! This salad is topped with crispy sweet potato strips and also has lots of healthy veggies, making it the perfect companion for a heavier meal.
Sweet potato fans, take note—this genius recipe from The Speckled Palate is a winner. The spuds are tossed in butter and bourbon, then roasted in the oven for a super-indulgent (and easy!) side dish.
Red-skinned potatoes are our new favorite thanks to this genius recipe from Domestic Gothess. The inside of the ‘taters stays soft and creamy, and the outside gets super crispy—aka potato perfection.
Knock. Knock. Who's There? Orange. Orange Who? Orange you thankful for sweet potato side dishes that look like cupcakes? Your dainty diners will go crazy for these festive treats, and they're a cinch to put together. Leave it to Weelicious to nail the perfect Thanksgiving side dish.
Let's call it a mockmash! This savory cauliflower puree from The Iron You makes a healthy stand-in for mashed potatoes. It gets its fabulous flavor from the cheese, milk (or almond milk) and a touch of butter, has about one-quarter of the calories of typical mashed potatoes, and best of all, little eaters may not even realize they're getting their daily dose of vegetables.
Finding perfectly hued purple potatoes is the most challenging part of this simple recipe, but if you do, you've got yourself a side dish that will be the belle of the ball (our apologies to the turkey). Pop over to Smitten Kitchen and follow their simple steps to making this stunning dish.
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Pretty as pie! This healthy potato gratin with herbs is creamy without having to actually add cream—and great flavor results from thyme and rosemary. This is a go-to dish if you're going to a potluck-style turkey dinner. Hop over to Food and Wine for the easy-to-follow recipe.
These whipped coconut sweet potatoes are made with coconut milk, making them not only creamy and fluffy but also dairy-free. Add a touch of maple syrup, a hint of cinnamon and a sprinkling of coconut "snow" and voilà—they're the perfect alternative to the traditional mashed potato. Visit Weelicious for the full recipe and get whippin'!
Looking like spaghetti but tasting like sweet potato, this side dish is not just delicious to eat but is also fun to make. Have your kiddos join in on the action, since spiralizing fruits and veggies feels a lot like creating the coolest Play-Doh hair ever. Susan, the author of The Wimpy Vegetarian, is the mastermind behind this unique holiday side dish. If you don't have a spiralizer in your kitchen already, you can purchase one here.
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These simple potato pancakes, made from pre-shredded frozen potatoes, can be fun for more than just one holiday this season. Switch out the flour for matzo meal and enjoy them at Passover too. Find out how to get lucky with latkes here.
Taste Food Blog gives the little's favorite fries a healthy and colorful facelift, just in time for the holidays. Giving the russet potato a well-deserved break, this recipe calls for sliced up parsnips, carrots, rutabagas and sweet potatoes. We think these yummy baked veggies will look mighty fine next to the turkey and cranberry sauce.
All kids find themselves in a bad mood sometimes. (Siblings, green vegetables, and being told what to do are some of the usual culprits.) But what happens when an frustrated ‘tude gets mixed in with a Halloween costume conundrum? Find out in The Bad Seed: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky.
Based on the New York Times bestselling picture book The Bad Seed, creators Jory John and Pete Oswald bring back a favorite foodie character in this must-read seasonal tale. With Halloween on the horizon, The Bad Seed is psyched about his favorite holiday. But he’s having trouble finding a show-stopping costume. His plan: postpone trick-or-treating for everyone until he finds his perfect ensemble.
Any child who’s looked far and wide for a “just right” Halloween costume will identify with the Bad Seed’s predicament. This book is charming and thought-provoking—using humor to teach children a valuable lesson. Great for bedtime snuggles or independent quiet reading time, your kiddo will read it over and over again. You’ll also appreciate the clever illustrations and silly puns. Better yet, the two included sticker sheets are perfect décor for a DIY jack-o’-lantern.
Greek food is one of the most family-friendly cuisines from around the globe. Often light but filling, traditional recipes for Greek food involve flaky dough, meat and lots of citrusy lemon. If you’ve been trying to find new ways to mix up dinner, keep reading for simple kid-friendly Greek food recipes everyone will enjoy.
Before you can go any further, you have to have a good Greek Tzatziki recipe in your repertoire! This easy recipe from Jo Cooks involves everything you need to get that bright, refreshing flavor, and pairs with everything from pita to gyros.
Make that quick switch away from french fries with this zesty recipe from Super Golden Bakes. Greek lemon potatoes are light and crispy, made in a casserole dish on the stove and will quickly become a kid-friendly side.
You can skip the lettuce when preparing a traditional Greek salad. Instead, authentic versions load up on fresh, large cut veggies, kalamata olives, a huge chunk of feta and olive oil. We love the easy version over at Gimme Some Oven that's so simple, the kids can help out, too.
Lamb is a main feature in Greek cooking and these meatballs make the introduction to your kids a breeze. Kay Nutrition whips up her version with red onion and lots of other household spices, then serves with a refreshing side of tzatziki.
Skip the frozen spanakopita and make your own! This veggie-stuffed appetizer dish is actually not that difficult to make. With this recipe from Feel Good Foodie, you'll be whipping up this flaky, spinach-y snack in no time.
Move over french fries, Greek Potato Balls have arrived. This recipe from My Greek Dish turns potatoes, cheese and herbs into fluffy fried balls that you won't be able to stop eating.
A great way to hide those veggies, Greek Baked Orzo packs in the goodness easily. Pinch of Yum's recipe includes tasty food like kale, tomatoes, orzo and of course, feta cheese!
Greek chicken souvlaki can easily become a dinner staple. The kebab-style meal uses ingredients like lemon, yogurt and olive oil to marinate the chicken, then grill to get that perfectly-charred flavor. Check out Rasa Malaysia's recipe for a simple start to souvlaki.
Greek zucchini fritters are so good, you'll want to pass up American fried zucchini forever. Fried into either balls or a latke shape, Gitanjali Roche's recipe incorporates zucchini, feta and other fresh herbs that make this dish irresistible.
Greece's most popular pie is the Tiropita, or feta cheese pie. It's similar to spanakopita, but without the spinach. To get started on this flaky dish, check out Olive Tomato's recipe that will have you rolling out phyllo stat.
No Greek meal is complete without a slice of baklava. And while the layered dessert may seem difficult, it actually requires just a few ingredients and a little patience. Kids will love the sweet flavor and counting all those layers. Check out Spatula Desserts to see how easy it is!
Craving something salty, but not sure if cheesy bread or crispy chips will do the trick? Now you don’t have to choose because Lay’s has solved your dilemma.
Cheesy Garlic Bread Flavored Chips have arrived! The limited time flavor packs the zesty, garlicky goodness you love but with the crispy, salty texture of the ultimate potato chip.
photo: Lays
There’s just one catch: you can only find them at Sam’s Club. Retailing for $3.49 for 15 oz., you’ll have to check your local warehouse to snag a bag. They’re currently sold out online and only available for a limited time.
Your kiddo’s dinner plate is about to get a whole lot cuter! Farm Rich recently announced the release of Mandalorian Cheesy Potato Tots—and the Grogu-shaped pint-sized potatoes are just in time for Star Wars Day (May 4th)!
As if the Star Wars-inspired tots weren’t enough, Farm Rich is also debuting Disney’s Frozen 2 Mac and Cheese Bites. With crunchy, cheesy bite-sized pieces in Elsa’s Snowflake and Enchanted Forest Leaf designs, this savory snack is packed with 100 percent real cheddar and plenty of pasta.
Ciera Womack, Farm Rich Director of Marketing, said in a press release, “Star Wars is a story for the generations, and we’ve reimagined snacking with the new Cheesy Potato Tots shaped in Grogu’s image—inspired by the popularity of The Mandalorian.”
Find both Farm Rich products (suggested retail price $5.99 each) nationwide in Walmart stores or online this May.
If you see me out in public you might think I’m the mom who has it all together, or the mom that’s a hot mess. There is no in-between.
Outing’s with my son look like watching two people play on a teeter-totter. Sometimes we’re high, other times were low.
My son Kanen will be 3 next month. He loves scripting scenes from Toy Story and lining up his favorite Disney cars. He also has severe autism.
Kanen has always been difficult to please since he was a baby. I always say he’s a “my way or the highway” kinda kid. His determination and perseverance are inspiring. But it also can be very exhausting at times.
Lately going out with him in the community is becoming more difficult. And it’s to no one’s fault. But mainly I think I’m surrounded by a community whose lives are rarely touched by autism.
If you don’t know it, live it, or have been exposed to it, meltdowns or sensory overloads might look like an epic tantrum to some people.
And if we’re being honest, I would’ve thought the same before I had my son. I would’ve been the mom that gazed or starred. I would’ve been the mom that quietly whispered to her partner “I would never let our children act like that.” I would’ve been the mom who did not understand autism.
So I don’t blame them when they do.
But for a while, the stares, and whispers really got to me. A lot of the time, they still do. They sting.
You see the thing about autism there is no one look fits all. It’s a neurological disorder. On the outside, my son looks like a charming little man, but on the inside, he struggles to function with the real world.
In a flash, autism will come storming through like an angry bull running the streets of Spain. There is no stopping it.
Right now Kanen looks like a bratty toddler during outbursts. And well me? I’m just “too patient of a mom” which is what I’ve been told many times before. I always laugh a little whenever I hear that.
I’m a mom who has to wear sneakers over booties, and lightweight clothing over fun accessories because I am constantly chasing him around. I’m a mom who has to give up her Louis Vuitton diaper bag for a crossbody bag because having little to nothing on me is crucial at the moment I need to carry him like a sack of potatoes. I’m a mom who’s learning to say no to outings that might require too many transitions for my son, even if that means missing out on family events.
I am a special needs mom.
If you see me out in public don’t think I’m the mom who has it all together, or the mom that’s a hot mess. I’m simply the mom doing her best.
Samira is a 25 year old single mom to a 2 year old son Kanen Arley. Her son Kanen was diagnosed with severe non-verbal autism in September of 2020, which inspired her to start sharing their journey through My Charming Arley on Facebook and Samirasstella on Instagram.
