One of the things that we are thankful for every day is this
great country of ours! Becoming aware of the freedoms that we enjoy are
important for us all and I’ve found that there are lots of kids that really love the
American flag!
If the kids would like to add a dash of patriotism to your 4th of July celebration, here’s a really easy, yet very symbolic fruit salad that
the kids can quickly whip up! And, it’s a healthy addition too :-)
Ingredients:
Strawberries
Bananas
Blueberries
Whipped cream (optional)
Utensils:
Colander
Plastic knife
Cutting board
Clear glass salad bowl or individual glass serving bowls
Just put on your Culinary Coaching hat and let the kids do
this one! Just guide them through… it might be fun to sing some patriotic songs
while the kids are stirring the red, white and blue!
Let the kids wash the strawberries and blueberries in the
sink using a colander. Then turn them out on a paper towel. Gently pat dry.
Keyword: Gently!
Cut the green stems off the strawberries (yes, this can be
accomplished with a plastic knife that the kids won’t get cut on). Peel the
bananas.
Slice the strawberries and bananas with the plastic knife on
a cutting board. Combine all of the ingredients in a clear glass (or plastic)
bowl so the red, white and blue shines through.
Chill and serve! It might also be fun to serve in individual
bowls, add a dollop of whipped cream and stick tiny American flags in each bowl
as an added small tribute to our flag!
Here's to 4th of July fun in the kitchen cooking with the kids!
Happy Cooking,
Jan McCracken, Culinary Coach
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