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LEARN THE KEY At the top of each recipe, you’ll find a key code. Here’s how to read it: | ADULT: YES | HANDS-ON TIME: 30 MINUTES | TOTAL TIME: 1 HOUR | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS ADULT “Yes” means you need an adult to help you. “No” means you can do it by yourself. Always get help from your adult when a recipe calls for using a knife, food processor, blender, or stove. HANDS-ON TIME This is how long it takes to work on the recipe, including gathering your kitchen gear and preparing the food. During hands-on time, you can’t do anything other than work on the recipe. TOTAL TIME This is how long it takes to make the recipe from start to finish, including the time for cooking and baking when you may be able to do…

| ADULT: YES | HANDS-ON TIME: 30 MINUTES | TOTAL TIME: 50 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS BEFORE YOU START ▶ WASH your hands with soap and water and dry them. ▶ CLEAN the countertop. ▶ GATHER all your kitchen gear and ingredients and put them on the counter. ▶ SCRUB all the fruits and vegetables and lay them out on a clean dish towel to dry. ▶ PREPARE your ingredients, which means you may have to do something before you get started with the instructions. KITCHEN GEAR Grater (adult needed) Measuring cups Measuring spoons Medium pot Pot holders INGREDIENTS ⅔ cup steel-cut oats2½ cups water½ teaspoon vanilla extract¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon ground cinnamonPinch ground ginger (if you like)Pinch ground nutmeg (if you like)1 cup finely grated carrots (about 2 carrots) (see page 4)Maple syrup, for serving INSTRUCTIONS 1. Put the oats, water, vanilla, salt, cinnamon,…

| ADULT: YES | HANDS-ON TIME: 20 MINUTES | TOTAL TIME: 1 HOUR | MAKES: 3–4 SERVINGS BEFORE YOU START ▶ WASH your hands with soap and water and dry them. ▶ CLEAN the countertop. ▶ GATHER all your kitchen gear and ingredients and put them on the counter. ▶ SCRUB all the fruits and vegetables and lay them out on a clean dish towel to dry. ▶ PREPARE your ingredients, which means you may have to do something before you get started with the instructions. KITCHEN GEAR Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring spoons Rimmed baking sheet Aluminum foil or parchment paper Tongs Pot holders Large bowl INGREDIENTS 3 pounds bone-in, skin-on whole or split chicken wings1 teaspoon salt, divided¼ teaspoon black pepperGrated zest and juice of 2 scrubbed lemons1 tablespoon honey2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons dried rosemary, thyme, or oregano, or a combination1 teaspoon…

| ADULT: YES | HANDS-ON TIME: 30 MINUTES | TOTAL TIME: 30 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS KITCHEN GEAR Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring cups Measuring spoons Jar with lid Large pot Pot holders Colander or strainer Large spoon INGREDIENTS For the basil vinaigrette: 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar (any kind)2 tablespoons warm water1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried basil⅓ cup olive oil½ teaspoon salt For the salad: 1 (20-ounce) package frozen tortellini (any kind)1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved1 English cucumber (the kind wrapped in plastic), diced (or 2 regular cucumbers, peeled and diced) INSTRUCTIONS 1. Put all the vinaigrette ingredients in the jar and shake well.2. Cook and drain the tortellini (see page 5). Rinse it in the colander under cold water.3. Put the tortellini in…

| ADULT: YES | HANDS-ON TIME: 30 MINUTES | TOTAL TIME: 30 MINUTES | MAKES: 12 EGGS BEFORE YOU START ▶ WASH your hands with soap and water and dry them. ▶ CLEAN the countertop. ▶ GATHER all your kitchen gear and ingredients and put them on the counter. ▶ SCRUB all the fruits and vegetables and lay them out on a clean dish towel to dry. ▶ PREPARE your ingredients, which means you may have to do something before you get started with the instructions. WHAT DO YOU LIKE? Your favorite seasonings might include one or more of the following: • Dried herbs, especially tarragon or basil • Fresh herbs, such as tarragon, dill, parsley, cilantro, or chives • Spices, such as curry powder or paprika • Relish or finely chopped pickles, capers, or scallions • Something spicy, such as hot sauce…

| ADULT: YES | HANDS-ON TIME: 30 MINUTES | TOTAL TIME: 1½ HOURS | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS BEFORE YOU START ▶ WASH your hands with soap and water and dry them. ▶ CLEAN the countertop. ▶ GATHER all your kitchen gear and ingredients and put them on the counter. ▶ SCRUB all the fruits and vegetables and lay them out on a clean dish towel to dry. ▶ PREPARE your ingredients, which means you may have to do something before you get started with the instructions. KITCHEN GEAR Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring cups Measuring spoons Large pot with lid Heatproof spatula Can opener Colander or strainer Pot holders INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil1 onion, peeled and chopped1 bell pepper (any color), seeded and diced2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)1 tablespoon ground cumin1 tablespoon dried oregano1 tablespoon chili…