Grandma Food

Our Grandma Food section features easy recipes to make with kids or for kids. Cooking together is a wonderful way to connect with the grandkids and to support healthy eating habits. We continue to update this section; check back for new recipe ideas.

Best Easy Butter Cookie Recipe to Make Now

By Grandma Sandy | November 17, 2021

Everyone can use a sweet treat! Try this simple butter cookie that is made in stages–perfect for busy people.

Rubber duckies are cupcakes topped with doughnut holes for the heads, then dipped in melted frosting.

How to Make Cute Cupcakes for a Party

By Grandma Sandy | October 20, 2021

We explore a series of how-to books to make the cutest cupcakes; some we’ve tried in our own kitchen.

Ghostly Halloween treats are packaged in cellophane bags and tied with black bows.

How to Make Ghostly Treats for Halloween

By Grandma Sandy | October 13, 2021

White chocolate is the perfect ingredient to make ghostly Halloween treats. Try these simple recipes.

The Best Thai Recipe You Can Make in a Hurry

By Grandma Sandy | September 22, 2021

Every home cook has go-to dishes to make in a hurry. Add this quick and easy Thai recipe to your repertoire.

It’s Easy to Make Your Own Banana Pops

By Grandma Sandy | September 15, 2021

Five-year-old Little N made these yummy chocolate-coated banana pops with a little help from grandma.

Child sits with carnival style food for a summer party for kids.

It’s a Great Kids Summer Party at Camp Grandma!

By Grandma Sandy | August 11, 2021

After six sessions of Camp Grandma, we have an end-of-camp summer party to celebrate. Check out my tips.

Camp Grandma #3 How to Host a Kids Tea Party!

By Grandma Sandy | July 14, 2021

We make some delicious nibbles and have a tea party wearing the fab fascinators we made last week.

Child eating a paleta, Mexican frozen ice pop.

Camp Grandma #1: Ultimate Way to Teach Reading

By Grandma Sandy | June 30, 2021

We read the book, Paletero Man, then made paletas, the Mexican frozen fruit treat, to enhance the experience.

Salade Niçoise is a delicious French main dish salad.

Salade Niçoise Lunch: Time to Rejoin the World!

By Grandma Sandy | May 12, 2021

Try this recipe for a delicious French Salade Niçoise. Inviting a friend for lunch is a good start to entertaining.

Healthy Snacks for Kids? It’s Do it Yourself!

By Grandma Sandy | April 21, 2021

For healthy DIY snacks, can kids customize their sandwiches with various kinds of cutters and fun picks.