Delilicious: Kids Central Kitchen

LilSugar — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:00:03 PST

Exposing your lil one to the art of baking is more than just a bonding experience, it is an opportunity to teach every day skills like counting, measuring, healthy ingredients and following instructions. Unfortunately, the time needed to create such edible treats and many a mama's distaste for all of the processed ingredients in store-bought mixes, makes baking days a rare occurrence in some households. But, leave it to one family to help another.

Kids Central Kitchen makes a wide variety of whole grain baking mixes that are delicious, nutritious and kid friendly. With seven mixes to choose from, including their original Propeller Energy Bar ($6), the company has created bagged goodies without trans fats, hydrogenated oils, high fructose corn syrup and artificial colors, favors or preservatives. Each mix simply requires a few household ingredients like yogurt or applesauce, a little mixing and time in the oven before brownies, cookies and breads are ready to eat. The Oregon-based family run company also sells the mixes paired with kid-sized baking utensils for unique gifts and party favors, perfect for your lil chef's next party.

5 Things You May Not Know About America's Most Outstanding Chef

Katie Sweeney — Tue, 10 May 2011 12:39:03 PDT

Last night at the James Beard Awards, Spaniard José Andrés took home the most coveted title, that of outstanding chef in the nation. The chef and father has five restaurants in Washington DC, one in Los Angeles, and two in Las Vegas. When receiving the award, Andrés said, "food can change the life of people. Use food in the right way." He's not just making waves with his cuisine; he's also using food to promote social change. To learn more about the chef who trained under Spain's famed Ferran Adría, read on.