If you're in search of fun, delicious recipes to make with or for your children, you're in just the right place. In this article, we'll be covering recipes and meal ideas that start with the letter G. All of these ideas are great for kids. Let's get into it!
Green Spaghetti
Ingredients:
1/2 pound spaghetti
1 medium-small clove garlic
3 packed cups basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
Directions:
1. Begin cooking the spaghetti.
2. Take all the basil leaves off the stems. Discard the stems, and put the leaves into the food processor.
3. Smash and peel the garlic. Add it to the basil, and blend.
4. Add the cheese, oil, salt and pepper and blend again until it forms a thick paste (pesto). Transfer the pesto to a bowlful of hot spaghetti and mix well with a fork.
Gelatin Rainbow
Ingredients:
6 1/4 cup Boiling water
2 Jello (Berry Blue); 4 servings
2 Jello (red); 4 servings
2 Jello (Lemon); 4 servings
2 Jello (Orange); 4 servings
2 Jello (Lime); 4 servings
8 oz. Cool whip
Directions:
1. Stir 1 1/4 cups boiling water into each flavor of gelatin in separate bowls until completely dissolved.
2. Pour each flavor into separate 8 or 9″ square pans. Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm.
3. Cut each pan into 1″ cubes. Arrange rows of different color gelatin cubes to form a rainbow on a large flat tray or cookie sheet.
4. Place 1/2 of the cool whip at each end of the rainbow to form clouds for dipping. Serve immediately.
Other “G” Ideas That Kids Will Love
Looking for other ideas for your kids? Look no further! In addition to the recipes above, we've got some “G” ideas here that we're sure your kids will enjoy.
- Garlic bread. Garlic bread is a staple in any Italian-American restaurant, and for good reason. There's nothing better than some garlic bread and pasta. Make your own, or buy a frozen loaf from the store.
- Grapes. Grapes are among the sweetest of fruits, so your kids will surely love them. While they aren't as nutritious as other fruits, they're still healthier than anything packed with processed sugar. Throw them into your kids' lunches or serve them as a snack after school.
- Gnocchi. This potato-based dish is sure to be a delight for all. It's very filling, so start with small portions and give your kids seconds if they want them. Serve with garlic bread to keep the “G” theme going.
- Granola and yogurt. A healthy breakfast or lunch option for your kids that doesn't taste boring! That's every parent's dream, and that's what you'll get with this granola-and-yogurt combo. Add fruit and honey for the sweetness your kids crave, or drizzle on some chocolate syrup.
- Gingerbread cookies. Gingerbread cookies don't have to just be for Christmas! You can make them any time of the year. Have your kids help you shape them into fun shapes. Or, try your hand at making a gingerbread house!
- Grilled cheese sandwich. A simple, yet delicious, lunch to serve your kids is a grilled cheese sandwich. They don't take much effort or time to prepare. Use American cheese to keep it simple, or have your kids pick out their favorite cheese.
- Gelato. Fancier (and often more expensive) than ice cream, gelato is a great choice for a celebration or similar. Gelato comes in a number of flavors, like chocolate and pistachio. You can make your own, or buy it from the store. This is a great dessert to serve at a party celebrating someone with a name that starts with G.
- German chocolate cake. Another great dessert option for a celebration or gathering is German chocolate cake. This cake has a coconut-pecan frosting, perfect for any kid that loves Almond Joys. This cake will surely satisfy any child's sweet tooth.