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items: The 10 best vegetarian Christmas party foods
items: 10 pumpkin recipes to make with kids
items: Top 20 after-school snacks for kids
items: 20 of the best indoor activities for kids
items: 10 kids’ baking recipes without flour
items: How to make a bath bomb
items: Homemade Father's Day gift ideas
items: How to host a Galentine's Day party
items: 20 Valentine's Day treats for kids
items: 12 Valentine’s Day cake recipes

The 10 best vegetarian Christmas party foods
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: alternative Christmas recipes
subject: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Vegetarian christmas
subject: vegetarian party food
subject: Vegetarian party recipes
description: Throw a vegetarian Christmas party with a buffet packed full of meat-free canapés, colourful salads, festive finger food and indulgent sweet treats
encoded: Whether you’re looking to cater for a crowd of veggie friends and family, or just want to add a few meat-free options at your Christmas party, we have a whole host of vegetarian festive recipes to inspire your buffet table. For even more ideas, see our vegetarian Christmas canapé recipes, or if you’re cooking meat-free on the big day itself we have plenty of top tips for a vegetarian Christmas. Discover more vegetarian buffet recipes and vegan party recipes for when you're throwing a plant-based bash. Veggie Christmas party food ideas 1. Butternut, sage & hazelnut quiche Filled with sweet squash and delicately spiced with nutmeg, this butternut, sage & hazelnut quiche feels positively festive. Once baked, you can serve this at room temperature, making it a great option for casual entertaining. 2. Luxury hummus Whip up a batch of our luxury hummus and serve a generous bowlful alongside your choice of crudités – heritage carrots, radishes and pitta bread all work wonders to brighten up the table. This silky smooth recipe is strewn with pomegranate seeds to keep it feeling Christmassy. Find more hummus recipes for alternatives. 3. Cheese & onion rolls True to the spirit of Christmas, there should always be an abundance of pastry-based snacks to make the seasonal offerings feel suitably decadent. These vegetarian cheese and onion rolls, decorated with nigella seeds, really hit the spot. 4. Pull-apart garlic rolls with baked camembert This cheesy centrepiece is sure to be a hit among veggie and non-veggies alike. Dunk your garlic and herby squidgy rolls into the oozing baked camembert centre. Discover more tempting baked camembert recipes. 5. Twisty cheese straws A firm favourite with party guests of all ages, we’re sure a plate of these twisty cheese straws won’t last long! You’ll need to use a vegetarian pesto (made without parmesan) to keep this recipe veggie-friendly, or you can try our recipe for quick cheese straws for an easy alternative. 6. IPA & red leicester di…

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10 pumpkin recipes to make with kids
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Autumn
subject: carve a pumpkin
subject: Halloween
subject: Kids recipes
subject: Pumpkin recipes
subject: Rachel Beckwith
description: Once the kids have carved their pumpkins, encourage them to make the most of this seasonal squash by cooking up one of these fun and thrifty recipes.
encoded: Pumpkins are a wonderfully versatile ingredient, so there’s no need for the flesh to go to waste at Halloween. After you’ve learnt how to carve a pumpkin with the kids (take a look at our pumpkin carving stencils and templates for spooky inspiration), get inspired with these family-friendly recipes – from satisfying suppers to fun baking ideas. For younger kids, adults should always handle any sharp equipment when carving pumpkins or preparing them in our recipes. If you’re keen to go completely waste-free in your kitchen, you can try our best pumpkin seed recipes, too. Next, discover our Halloween kids' recipes for spooky and autumnal-inspired recipes that the kids can take the lead on. Then check out our easy Halloween recipes, most popular Halloween recipes and autumn crafts for kids. You could even go the extra mile and make a fun family outing to pick your pumpkin with the best pumpkin patches in the UK. 10 family pumpkin recipes 1. Pumpkin hummus If you’re celebrating the season in style, use a pumpkin to decorate your dinner table and fill it with this delicious pumpkin hummus. The flesh is simply scooped out and roasted in the oven, then the kids can help tip it all into a food processor – along with lemon juice, tahini paste and chickpeas – and whizz it all together. 2. Pumpkin spice scones You’ll need to roast the pumpkin flesh for this recipe, too, but once you’ve done that, kids will have great fun making a batch of these seasonal scones. Get small hands to help with the mixing, weighing and stamping out circles using a cutter. After baking, everyone can enjoy devouring these pumpkin spice scones while they are still warm from the oven. 3. Halloween pumpkin cake Similar to carrot cake, this traybake will go down a storm with family members of all ages. Our top-rated Halloween pumpkin cake combines grated squash with subtle spices and orange flavours, and is topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting. 4. Pumpkin & bacon soup As the nights draw in, a co…

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Top 20 after-school snacks for kids
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: after school snacks
subject: healthy snacks kids
subject: kids snacks
subject: Rachel Beckwith
subject: snacks for kids
description: Avoid the after-school slump with these nourishing snacks for kids – these simple recipes will help to restore energy levels between meals.
encoded: When the kids get home from school, it can be tricky to find healthy snacks that will keep them satisfied until dinnertime. These budget-friendly ideas are all quick and easy to prepare – either make a batch of snacks ahead of time and keep them ready for hungry moments, or assemble them quick as a flash after school. Don’t worry – the little ones will soon have plenty of energy again. If you’re buying pre-packaged snacks, the NHS advice is to opt for 100 calorie snacks, and enjoy no more than two a day max. Kids can, of course, eat their fill of fruit and vegetables between meals, and for homemade recipes it’s not necessary to count calories – just keep an eye on your child’s overall salt, sugar and fat intake and try to balance their diet throughout the day. Here, we've picked recipes that can be enjoyed as part of a normal, balanced diet. Find guides on everything from the best wooden play food and kids baking set ideas, to amazing space projects for kids in our family & kids section. For some extra inspiration, discover our baking recipe collection for kids. Looking for recipe inspiration during the school year? See our top quick after-school suppers. After-school snacks for kids View Green Video on the source website 1. Instant frozen berry yogurt Three ingredients and 2 mins are all you need to whip up this low-fat, low-calorie frozen yogurt treat, ideal for eating after exercise or a long day of learning at school. 2. Hummus snack packs Save the liquid from a can of chickpeas to make a creamy hummus. Serve it with simple veg for a healthy snack that contributes to your little one's five-a-day. 3. Chickpea fritters Make a batch of these chickpea fritters for your little ones. Full of healthy goodness, they're also freezable, so are ideal for making ahead. 4. Rice cake cress faces Kids will love helping to make these no-cook vegan snacks. Load up rice cakes with hummus (or your nut butter of choice) then have fun transforming them into faces with cress hair, cu…

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20 of the best indoor activities for kids
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: activities for kids
subject: arts and crafts
subject: craft projects for kids
subject: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Rainy day
subject: Summer holidays
description: Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained indoors? Try these fun and easy activities including homemade playdough, rock painting, pom-pom making and more
encoded: With just a few kitchen cupboard ingredients and basic supplies, you can keep little ones busy for hours at home with these activities for kids. Perfect for when they’re home from school or if there’s a rainy day ahead, you’ll find plenty of inspiration for indoor projects that are cheap and cheerful – you’ll often save money on the shop-bought version while encouraging plenty of imaginative play along the way. Most of these activities take less than 30 minutes before the kids can get stuck in, using items you’ll already find around the house. They can be enjoyably messy, though, so be sure to cover your kitchen table in newspaper before you start! For more inspiration, see our collection of the best dishes to cook with kids, plus find more gadgets and useful products in our reviews section, including the best foodie gifts for children, kids' baking sets and kids cooking set ideas. 1. Make your own playdough Once you’ve discovered how easy it is to make your own playdough at home, you’ll never look back! Using just plain flour, table salt, vegetable oil and water – plus whatever food colouring you can conjure up from the back of the cupboard – this easy-to-follow playdough recipe is one of our favourite indoor activities. Kids can use biscuit cutters to press out shapes or make their own models. 2. Create a bath bomb Want the kids to get excited about bath time? Teach them how to make a bath bomb and they’ll love watching their creations fizz in the water. The reaction between bicarbonate of soda and citric acid is what makes the magic happen – you might need to buy the ingredients in advance for this one, but we’ve tracked down where to buy citric acid. Experiment with different colours, essential oils and shapes to make your own unique versions. 3. Get creative with papier-mâché Papier-mâché, or paper mache, is cheap and easy to make, with the added bonus of allowing kids to get very messy indeed. You only need three ingredients – newspaper, plain flour and water …

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10 kids’ baking recipes without flour
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Easy baking recipes
subject: Kids baking
subject: Kids cooking
subject: kids' activities
subject: Rachel Beckwith
subject: storecupboard cooking
description: When you need to keep the little ones entertained at home but don't have any flour, try these easy baking recipes for an afternoon of fun in the kitchen.
encoded: No flour in the cupboard? The kids can still enjoy these creative baking projects, from cornflake cakes and peanut butter cookies to rocky road and beyond. These recipes are all made without flour and most of them use cheap storecupboard ingredients that should be easy to find, or can be easily swapped for a replacement. For more ideas, visit our activities for kids and kids’ baking recipes. Remember to always wash your hands before and after handling food. Next discover our top flourless baking recipes, flourless cake recipes, and gluten-free baking recipes. 1. Raspberry honey flapjacks Using just five ingredients, these raspberry honey flapjacks make for a lovely afternoon snack. Children will love melting together the ingredients and mixing in the porridge oats, before pressing into the tin. If you don’t have raspberries, any frozen fruit would work, such as blueberries or a summer fruits mix. 2. No-bake orange cheesecake Our no-bake orange cheesecake is an easy recipe designed with little ones in mind – let’s face it, smashing up digestive biscuits is always a fun activity! You can segment fresh oranges for the decoration on top or use canned mandarins and peaches, if you like. 3. Crispy chocolate fridge cake There’s no need to even turn the oven on with this crispy chocolate fridge cake, keeping it even safer for little hands. It’s packed with biscuits, sultanas, puffed rice and lots of chocolate – simply decorate these with anything you might have lurking in the treat cupboard.Watch our video for step-by-step instructions on how to make fridge cake. 4. Peanut butter cookies Most of our kids’ cookies recipes have flour in them, but these little miracles don’t need any! Our popular peanut butter cookies only need three simple ingredients and a pinch of salt to bring them to life. 5. Gluten-free lemon drizzle cake Kids will think the secret ingredient to this gluten-free lemon drizzle cake is an absolute hoot – it uses mashed potato, along with ground almonds, in…

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How to make a bath bomb
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: activity
subject: bath bomb
subject: craft
subject: crafts
subject: DIY
subject: Kids
subject: Rachel Beckwith
description: Try making your own homemade fizzy bath bombs for an easy kitchen project that kids will love – give these as gifts or use them to make bath times more fun.
encoded: Making bath bombs is a great indoor activity that will keep the kids busy on a rainy afternoon – and they're also a lovely gift for friends and family. Experiment with colours, add flowers from your garden and use different shapes. Once you have the main ingredients, it's really easy to adapt this recipe to what you already have at home. These ingredients are safe to use in the bath, but it's important to note that bath bombs are inedible. We recommend this craft for children aged eight years or over. For more hands-on crafts, see how to make slime, salt dough, paper mache, playdough, air-dry clay, bubble mixture, oobleck and moon sand with affordable ingredients and easy steps. Keep the little ones entertained at home with our summer activities for kids, sensory play ideas, fun yoga for kids and birthday ideas for kids at home. See our new Kid's Kitchen series for essential cookery skills, plus easy recipes kids can make and kids summer baking projects. Browse our family & kids hub for plenty of inspiration. How to make a bath bomb View Green Video on the source website Bath bomb recipe Makes 4 half-balls Prep 30 mins, plus 2-4 hrs setting What do you need to make a bath bomb? 100g bicarbonate of soda 50g citric acid 25g cornflour 25g Epsom salt (optional) 2 tbsp oil – such as sunflower, coconut or olive oil ¼ tsp essential oil, such as orange, lavender or chamomile a few drops of liquid food colouring orange peel, lavender or rose petals, to decorate (optional) You will also need mixing bowl whisk plastic moulds (see below for ideas) View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Method 1. Put the bicarbonate of soda, citric acid, cornflour and Epsom salt in a bowl, then whisk until fully combined. 2. Pour the base oil, essential oil and food colouring in a small bowl. Mix together well, combining the oil with the colouring as much as possible. 3. Very slowly add the oil mixture into the dry ingredients a little at a time, whisking between each addition. When all t…

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Homemade Father's Day gift ideas
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Edible gifts
subject: Father's day
subject: gift ideas
subject: Homemade
subject: Homemade edible gifts
subject: Rachel Beckwith
description: Make these thoughtful homemade gifts for Father’s Day, with sweet and savoury ideas including easy biscuits, chutney, tiffin, chocolate truffles and more
encoded: Looking to make something special for Father’s Day? Find inspiration with these delicious homemade recipes and DIY gift ideas, perfect for packaging up into a gift box or even sending in the post. We’ve included quick and easy recipes for impressive last-minute presents, alongside a few special treats that will take a little longer to prepare. For those with children, our Father’s Day baking for kids is packed full of simple family-friendly ideas, or treat dad to a homemade card with our Father's Day card ideas for kids. We also have our vegetarian Father's Day menu including hearty, picture-perfect mains. Want to create the ultimate gift? Pick his favourite cuisine from our top cookbooks, or treat him to a grand day out at one of our events. Father's Day edible gifts 1. Chocolate tiffin This tempting chocolate tiffin is a sweet treat that won’t break the bank, using storecupboard staples such as golden syrup, crushed biscuits and a few spoonfuls of cocoa powder. Baking novices and younger chefs will love this easy recipe, which sets in the fridge overnight for minimal fuss. 2. Savoury biscuits Got a dad who loves cheese? Bake him the perfect accompaniment with these manchego & chorizo biscuits. Alternatively, our cheese & rosemary biscuits are bound to be a hit – or, for a longer-lasting gift that’s robust enough to send in the post, try our savoury biscotti. 3. Homemade fudge Our popular vanilla fudge makes a lovely present and can be easily boxed up or sealed in a sweet shop-style paper bag. This traditional method requires a little patience to make, so if you need an easier recipe try our fast truffle fudge or our microwave boozy fudge – both equally as delicious. If dad is a chocolate lover, he'll be more than pleased with our chocolate fudge. Alternatively you could make this Scottish tablet for a sweet treat – tablet is similar to fudge, but with a more crumbly texture. 4. Simple iced biscuits Create a personalised and edible Father’s Day card with these simp…

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How to host a Galentine's Day party
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Dinner party recipes
subject: Food for a crowd
subject: Rachel Beckwith
subject: recipes for a crowd
subject: Valentines day recipes
description: Celebrate with our Galentine's Day ideas on 13 February – the perfect alternative to Valentine’s Day, with delicious starters, mains and desserts to enjoy
encoded: Wondering how to host an alternative Valentine's Day party? Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be a traditional meal for two – you can honour the season of love by sharing delicious food with as many guests as your table can manage. For inspiration, explore our party food, finger food, and canapé recipes – perfect for easy, crowdpleasing bites. Need something more substantial? Our feed-a-crowd recipes are ideal for big-batch meals that satisfy even the hungriest guests. Entertaining doesn’t have to be a hassle – with our easy entertaining recipes, hosting a memorable Valentine’s party is as stress-free as it is enjoyable. Galentine's Day food ideas What is the meaning of Galentine's Day? Galentine's Day is a celebration of female friendship on 13 February. Invite friends, family and loved ones to a sophisticated dinner party. These handpicked recipes are achievable yet impressive, with just the right amount of pizzazz for the occasion. Discover our starter, main and dessert ideas. If you have a larger crowd to cater for and need more buffet-style recipes, try one of our sharing recipes. Starters To start, serve guests a few canapés and cocktails before they sit down to eat. Once they’re ready for their meal, a bowl of mussels with leeks & saffron makes for a luxurious appetiser. These shellfish are in season from October to March and are more affordable than oysters but still feel special. Alternatively, assemble a seafood cocktail platter. Everyone will enjoy creating their prawn cocktail precisely as they prefer. For more ideas, visit our dinner party starter recipe collection. Main courses Keep the winter chills at bay with our traditional nihari – a slow-cooked spiced lamb stew from Pakistan. With just 20 minutes of prep, this fuss-free dish transforms into meltingly tender meat that falls off the bone. For a gluten-free alternative, try our chicken karahi, delivering bold flavours everyone will love. You might also want to consider our pastry-laden spinach & ricot…

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20 Valentine's Day treats for kids
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Kids baking
subject: kids chocolate recipe
subject: Kids projects
subject: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Valentine's day kids
description: These easy Valentine’s Day recipes can be made with the kids, including cute themed biscuits, homemade chocolates and muffins that are sure to melt hearts
encoded: Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity to try some kids' baking recipes, so we've rounded up some easy bakes to make with the little ones – expect heart shapes, sprinkles and chocolate galore! Kids can bundle up these sweet treats into boxes and bags for grandparents, family or friends – they're sure to be impressed by such a thoughtful gift. For more inspiration, see our guide to the top 10 Valentine’s Day cake recipes and best Valentine's baking recipes. For general Valentine's Day recipes check out our Valentine's Day recipe collection. Looking for fun activities for the kids to get involved in? Check out the top 10 egg carton crafts for kids, origami for kids and rainy day cooking projects for kids. For more baking ideas see our best kids' baking recipes and top 20 easy bakes for kids. 1. Easy jam tarts These easy jam tarts are ready in just 30 minutes if you use readyAlso try our indulgent British classic pudding, Queen of Puddings recipe.-made pastry. It's a bake that's quick enough to hold the attention of little ones, and jammy enough to be a big hit. Kids will love rolling and cutting out hearts to decorate the tops. Also try our indulgent British classic pudding, Queen of Puddings recipe. 2. Millionaire's shortbread Treat friends and family to our indulgent millionaire’s shortbread this Valentine’s Day – a gift guaranteed to make them feel a million pounds. With a buttery shortbread base, gooey caramel layer and rich dark chocolate topping, it’s the ultimate teatime delight – perfect for sharing the love. 3. Melting heart muffins Super-chocolatey and with a white chocolate truffle centre, kids especially love these melting heart muffins. They're wonderfully easy to make, too, and are perfect for a school cake sale. 4. Love bug biscuits Decorate heart-shaped biscuits in a new way: with a bit of icing, they can be turned into cute love bug biscuits. The detail involved means this recipe is better suited to slightly older children, but even if the results…

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12 Valentine’s Day cake recipes
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creator: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Rachel Beckwith
subject: Valentine's Day cakes
subject: Valentines Day
subject: valentines day baking
description: Make an impression this Valentine’s Day with one of our romantic cakes – we have plenty of delicious dessert ideas to help you go the extra mile.
encoded: Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to enjoy an indulgent treat, whether it’s gooey chocolate cake or a fresh passion fruit sponge to make you go weak at the knees. Find the perfect dessert or pudding for your loved one in our Valentine's baking recipes collection, decorate your heart out with some Valentine's day cupcakes or gift some homemade chocolate truffles and sweets from our Valentine's chocolate collection. For more refined and indulgent treats, try out a recipe or two from our Valentine's day desserts. Once you’ve carefully chosen your Valentine’s Day menu, you’ll want to round the evening off in style with a slice of delicious cake and an optional glass of Prosecco. Here, we’ve picked our 10 most romantic cakes so you can choose your ideal match. Now discover our top Valentine's Day menu ideas, budget Valentine's Day dinner ideas, top Valentine's Day meals and Valentine's projects for kids. 1. Rosewater & raspberry sponge cake This gorgeous rosewater & raspberry sponge cake is topped with rose petals, fresh raspberries and an elegant pink icing – what could be more romantic? It would sit pretty as a special Valentine’s Day centrepiece, but luckily this sponge cake is easy enough for baking novices. 2. Hidden heart cake If you’re looking to push the boat out with something unusual, you can’t go wrong with our fantastic hidden heart cake! Smothered with a creamy chocolate ganache, the real treat comes from the surprise heart shape inside, revealed when you slice into the cake. You’ll need to plan ahead – it’s a labour of love, but totally worth it. 3. Squidgy chocolate & pomegranate torte Rich and handsome, it’s so easy to fall in love with this decadent dessert! A slice of our squidgy chocolate & pomegranate torte is the perfect ending for a night of Valentine’s Day celebrations – a well-whisked batter is the technique you’ll need to make this cake blissfully light and delicious. 4. Passion cake If you’re a fan of passion fruit martinis, you’ll love this…

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