Spag Bol o’clock!

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This is a firm favourite in our house.  We usually make extra and once I re-add the mince, I put some bolognese into another pot for the grown-ups and add some white wine in place of the grape juice.

Makes about 4-6 kiddie portions.

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A fruity little caterpillar

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One of Lentil’s favourite bedtime stories is Eric Carle’s “The Hungry Caterpillar”.  He has 4 different versions of the book!  So today I took some inspiration from this cute story for his post-nap snack (yes he still naps and I’m soooo loving it especially on those rare occasions when Trouble sleeps at the same time!!)

I like having a bit of fun with food sometimes and it makes it a bit more interesting for Lentil too. I still haven’t got him eating oranges though – just too citrusy and obviously I didn’t allow him eat the legs! But the bananas, strawberries and raisins were devoured.

Lentil’s Second Birthday – The Train

Lentil’s choo choo

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So I borrowed one of Lentil’s trains on which to model my cake.  It was supposed to look similar.

And this is what it actually looked like……!

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Lentil’s Second Birthday

Let them eat cake!

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I can’t believe my little Lentil is turning two this week!  And of course a birthday calls for some cake.  I’m having a slight melt down about said cake this year. Having only baked a couple of cakes theretofore and never having decorated any, I decided (in my wisdom) last year that I should bake / make all Lentil’s birthday cakes. Or at least until he’s about 18! Boy, am I beginning to regret my earthly-motherness now….

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Grandma’s shepherd’s pie

Grandma’s shepherd’s pie with a sweet twist

DSC_0461aThis yummy recipe makes approximately 4 large and 2-3 little portions, but you’ll have to be quick before it’s gobbled up! The pie can also be pureed to the desired consistency for younger tummies.

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