…so nearly didn’t happen this year: we only got Coco’s passport last Wednesday afternoon prior to our Thursday 6.30am departure after much begging and pleading and very nearly some tears! 10 hours later, a lot of traffic jams and two “poo-namis” we eventually arrived in Germany.
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The barley takes a bit of time to cook but it’s pretty straight forward and the rest of this recipe is really easy and quick. You just throw everything into the pot and leave it to bubble away! The harissa spice is a gentle way of introducing your little one’s palate to some different flavours and spice.
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.
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.
This yummy dish is a good way to sneak some veggies into your little tots’ diets. Makes about 6 portions. Continue reading
Lentil’s choo choo
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……!
Let them eat cake!
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….
I’ve had two flats in the last couple of weeks and I’m not talking about the hot, caffeine-fueled white variety. Continue reading
Grandma’s shepherd’s pie with a sweet twist
This 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.
Lentil’s first pumpkin – rather scary!
Spooky art!
It isn’t easy to find a truly baby / toddler friendly holiday spot: most hotels cater for older kids, offering lots of sporting activities and clubs. However we did fall upon one such gem in Cyprus earlier this year. Continue reading
This is one of Lentil’s favourites and I find it quite yummy too (with a little salt added). Makes about 6 portions.
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