When the temperature plunges and the windchill soars, what do you do with your family? Forget about watching movies or playing video games – boring. Bundle up your kids and get ready for some Illinois winter fun. Build a snowman. Strap on a pair of ice skates. Make snow angels. After burning off excess energy, gather the troops and head indoors for some winter warm-up culinary activities. Not sure what to create? Here are four DIY healthy-ish food projects and winter recipes you can make and eat with your kids.
Hot Potato Bar
When winter weather leaves everyone feeling cooped up and stir-crazy, assemble a Hot Potato Bar. This buffet-style approach to lunch or dinner allows everyone to choose their favorite toppings to pile onto their spud. I like to slice and dice everything in advance and store the ingredients in resealable containers that perform double-duty as serving bowls. Need inspiration? Try these three flavorful combos: Broccoli-Cheddar Potato, Pizza Potato and Tex-Mex Potato.
