Kitchen Krafts

One way you can show your love to your family is to cook a meal for them. You can prepare these recipes for any meal with a parent’s or another older person’s help. The strawberry smoothies would also make a delicious family home evening treat.

Strawberry Smoothies

By Julie Christensen

1 cup frozen strawberries

2 cups orange juice

1 banana, cut in pieces

1/2 cup powdered milk

2 tablespoons sugar

1. Place all of the ingredients in a blender, cover with the lid, and puree.

2. If the smoothie is too thick, add a little water.

Serves 4.

Breakfast Pizza

By Ronda Gibb Hinrichsen

6 slices bread

8 eggs

2 tablespoons water

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

3/4 cup chopped black olives

24 slices pepperoni

3 cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

1. Preheat the oven to 400° F (205° C).

2. Cover the bottom of a greased 9″ x 13″ (23 x 33 cm) pan with the bread slices. If necessary, trim the bread to fit.

3. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs, water, and Italian seasoning together. Pour evenly over the bread.

4. Arrange the pepperoni on the casserole. Then cover with the chopped olives and shredded cheese.

5. Bake the casserole for 20–25 minutes or until the eggs are fully cooked.

Serves 6–8.

Illustrated by Apryl Stott