Thank you for joining today’s fun and heartwarming class where we explored creative ways to cook with your grandkids, not just for them. We shared easy, healthy, and engaging recipes that make time in the kitchen enjoyable for both you and your little helpers.

Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Make Cooking a Team Effort

Involving grandkids in meal prep can boost their interest in food and make them more willing to try new things. Let them push buttons, mix ingredients, and help with assembly—it's like a hands-on game with a tasty reward.

Simple Recipes, Big Fun

Try air-fried waffles with peanut butter and fruit, smiley-face toast, or "ants on a log" using nut butter and raisins. Use what you have—bread, waffles, or even celery—to create nutritious and playful snacks.

Offer Healthy Choices in a Fun Way

Use mini buffets for meals like baked potato bars with toppings such as beans, veggies, or vegan cheese. Let grandkids choose their own toppings and aim for a few healthy options—make it a game!

Introduce New Foods Creatively

Encourage trying new fruits and veggies with "tiny tastes" or food shopping games. You can even hide healthy ingredients like garbanzo beans in muffins or spinach in smoothies—taste first, then reveal!

Go Beyond the Plate

Grow microgreens together or reuse food scraps (like banana peels for plant water). These activities extend learning beyond the kitchen and support sustainability and health awareness.

And remember: The ideas shared in class are for fun and inspiration. Always check with a healthcare provider regarding dietary needs or food allergies when cooking with children.