It's been on my mind for a while but I was just procrastinating. It's the same story every day, last year it was different this year it is a different fancy. I am talking about Konda's fancy to what she wants to eat for her breakfast and lunch. I feel so guilty if I pack the same food for lunch too. But she insists so and I am so short of ideas basically if you ask me.
Last year she was fond of dosas and would only want that for all meals. Even if I refuse to pack that, she would insist she wants only that. That too with ketchup of all dips. This year the fancy has turned to bread. For a while she was fine with jams, then it was the cheese, then it was bread pizza, finally landed on simple ghee toasted slices or with cheese spreads.
Whatever might the spread be, it was only bread. She even asked me why I won't send her bread for lunch. I said I consider bread slices to be something of a light filling, two slices of bread would hardly mean a wholesome meal for a growing kid. She wants to differ on that.
She even cajoled me to pack her some Maggi. Till now I have never budged on that. I don't mind feeding Maggi for breakfast, served hot. But never for a cold meal. Occasionally I pack her those pasta treats, hoping it will be a little better. But I know better, it's just that kids love these but we can never agree on them. She is fine with eating Idli but it is only with one side dish she likes.
The same goes for Dosa, she likes to eat only with Carrot Kurma or few specific Kurmas that I make with Dosas. Now I can't be making only these every other day right. She dislikes Upma, Pongal, or any of that heavy stuff, so there is no way I can sneak these into her lunch box.
The same goes for their snacks too. The other day I was talking to Kamala when she expressed how she wishes I come back with another series on the Kids special event. She said she was finding it hard to get ideas for her kids too. Many of you had expressed the same thought. So naturally, I decided why not make this a monthly event, where we all can pool in and discuss which worked and which didn't. And of course, share the recipe on the blog for all to benefit from it.
Kids I have seen are more receptive to dishes served beautifully and in a different way. It works out, even more, when they make it themselves. I was shocked and surprised when Konda spread the most perfect paper dosa last night. I was just not ready to accept that she can handle a ladle or a hot pan!
I never allow her into the kitchen for this fear. And she always keeps complaining that I never allow her to do any cooking. Finally, I realized she can make beautiful dosas, it was simply beyond me. She was more receptive when I said she got to eat one of what I make too.
Well, I say that right now my most pressing task is to prepare something that my 8 yr old daughter eats. Most of what my daughter eats or what I make for my kids are already posted. I am part of an online group that shares the most interesting and useful information.
Some of what I am going to share here are ideas from that group, I have forever wanted to try a few of those dishes listed, though most are what I already prepare, at least the Indian varieties.
Below are basically some ideas that came to mind. Indian Dishes are what I would normally prepare.
Indian Dishes
Rice Roti with Veggies
Dosa - Regular, Rava, Adai, Moong dal, Wheat, Ragi, Oats, Cheese
Appam
Parathas with different vegetable stuffing with mild masala
Cracked wheat/Bulgar upma
Idiyappam
Idli - Rava or regular
Poha
Pongal
Poori
Puffed rice upma (uggani)
Puttu
Mini Idly / Mini Dosa with/without Vegetables
Fruits with yogurt
Western Dishes
Bagel and cheese
Bread pizza
Bread with cheese spread
Bread with table butter and cucumber
French Toast with maple syrup
Frozen pancakes/homemade ones
Oats with milk and fruit
Peanut butter jelly sandwich
Egg - Scrambled, Boiled, Omelette
Cheese toast
Macaroni, pasta
Mini muffins
Mini Pancakes
The ones in italics refer to what I make. I will be most happy to get tried and tested recipes for the rest.
New ideas other than what is listed here can also be sent for the event. I have listed only what came to my mind!
Coming to the event part, this event aims to be different! How different you ask? Here's how it is.
- First, you can share something that your kid eats and I will try it out and feature them here.
- Second, you can post something that you know is a kid's favorite and I will do a round-up by the last date.
Ok for this month, the theme is going to be Wholesome Breakfast dishes. And you are most welcome to share your ideas. I have already listed the items that I already prepare/know. So I will be looking for ideas from all of you. If you find something missing here you can share the recipe in the comment section. I will prepare those and feed my kids. You can also prepare those and post them in your blog for the event.
End of the month, I will feature all the dishes that I prepared and were accepted by kids, plus the entries you send in. Of course, these will be again tried by me.
I can see that this may be confusing, if so please ask. I know I can end up being confusing at times!
Guidelines for the event:
Leave in the comment section, new ideas for me to prepare during the month.
Once done, you can fill in your details in the form below for the event (if you face a problem please mail me, I will address it)
Link back to this announcement and add the logo so that we spread the news on the event.
The dish prepared should have been accepted by your own kid, a kid from your family or friends. Or even something that you loved eating as a kid. (Because the idea is to tell my kids that another kid loved this, thereby making them eat it, thank you!)
The last date for the entries is 15th Feb 2010. You can send in as many entries as you can.
Other ideas and suggestions are most welcome. I am hoping you will help me get better ideas!
nivedita says
Hi
Again to say " lovely thought". May be this event will make all of us more creative and make us feel relax as we will be loaded with lot of wholesome breakfast. I will definitely join the event.
Asha says
Good idea. Personally, my kids only eat cereals, toast etc, for breakfast, not even oatmeal in the morning. But I love to eat Aloo Poha for brunch if I don't have any leftovers.
Enjoy the event and the weekend Sri! 🙂
simplyfood says
This sounds like a super idea,will definately contribue.
Rajani says
hi srivalli, grt idea and it will be wonderful to have this put together. i will definitely send in my daughters favourites its really some standards she enjoys, so long as i stick with it its fine. these days what works is asking her what she wants for tiffin the next day. she loves that she's being asked and sometimes i am surprised when she tells me she wants things like chappati, cos she's totally a rice person!
i like the new look, the header and this form its grt 🙂
vidhas says
Hi Valli, nice event. being a mom of 2 kids i would like to know lots of varities. Count me in 🙂
Divya Vikram says
Nice theme Valli. Will sure send in dishes I loved when I was a kid 🙂
PriyaVaasu says
Nice theme srivalli, my son is starting his regular school fm april, so looking for lot of breakfast ideas, count me in!!!
Sara's Corner says
Hi nice event I have updated my Sara's Events n roundup blog.
My son is 19 months he likes onion dosa, Vegetable upma, Puri n aloo masala, Methi chapathi, sometimes bisibelebath...hope you try it out.
BangaloreBaker says
I just posted waffles (whole grain) recipe and wanted to send that entry. It is not taking the entry. I don't even know if you want this one since it is not on your list. Let me know and I'll link back to your post.
NILIMA says
Hi,
I remember the trouble of creating new breakfast dishes for children which are loved and accepted by them.
You may prepare Dhokla or Amiri Khaman which I use to love as a child.
Amiri Khaman is prepared as follows -
Soak 1 cup Chana Dal for 3-4 hours & grind it coarsely.
Keep it for 2 hours or overnight in the fridge.
After two hours mix it well with following masala -
1tsp ginger paste,
1tsp garlick paste(optional),
1 tsp green chilly paste,
1tbsp oil, 1/4 tsp hing, Sodabicarb 1/2 tsp, 1tsp lemon juice & Salt per taste.
Pour the mixture in a greased thali/dish & steam for 15 minutes in pressure cooker.
Check if it cooked well by piercing knife in it, If it comes out clean then it is cooked otherwise continue for 5 more minutes.
When cool, cut into pieces and serve with Chutney /tomato sauce or you may temper it with oil, rai & jeera, haldi & hing.
Hope you will love it.
Nilima
simplyfood says
I have sent you a recipe, its actually more suitable for a weekend breakfast/lunch ie brunch dish.I hope its suitable for this event. My daughter simply loves it and I never have any problems her eating up when I make this.It nutricious and healthy as well.
tigerfish says
I've sent something suitable for breakfast or lunch (as a sandwich filler).
Madhuram says
I have a question Valli. Silly me. I have posted ragi flour pooris in my new blog. My son liked it so much. He ate it for lunch though. I don't prepare pooris for breakfast but know that in India it is quite common. Can I send it to the event.
Spice says
Hi dear, just posted one of my daughters all time favourite snack/breakfast.
nivedita says
Hi Srivalli,
I sent my entry "Pearls and Gems for breakfast" for your event! Hope it will be added in your list!
Check it.
kamalabhoopathy says
Hi,
did you got my second entry for this event 'vegetable kuzhi paniyaram'.
regards
ruchikacooks says
Oops! In the excitement, I forgot to upload here..:)
Kalai says
Hi,
A nice event. I have send my recipe. Hope you like it!
cookcurrynook says
Good one! I'm in. Have sent it in..hope you accept it though I don't have kids yet! 😛
Cheers
Madhuri
http://cookcurrynook.wordpress.com/
TAZAIKA says
Hi i an entry 4 ur kid's event,hope you like it.tc
Spice says
Hi Dear, just posted another recipe for your event...entered in your form, hope u got it..
PJ says
Hi srivalli,just send a recipe for the event.Hope u got it..
Srivalli says
Friends, I got all the entries..will let you know if I don't get one..thanks so much!
Divya Vikram says
Hi Valli just sent you my entry RAi Idiyappam.`
Kalai says
Hi,
Hope you got my two entries for the event.
nisha says
Srivalli ,
I just submitted an entry : Oats Rava Cheela , hope you received it.
Swathi says
Srivalli,
I have submitted my entry, puttum payarum pinae pappadavum/Steamed rice cake with field peas curry and thin wafer. Hope you received it.
Subhashini says
Very nice idea.count me also in
Silence Sings says
hi, i have submitted two entries..hope you got it..
Subhashini says
Hey
I am trying to post an entry in the mentioned form but again and again it shows some error.
By the way this is the link of recipe http://www.spoonsnforks.com/2010/03/eggless-blue-berry-muffins.html
Turmericnspice says
We are having the same problem as Subhashini. While trying to post the entry in the mentioned form it shows error . We are not sure if you got the entry. link to the post for entry is :
http://turmericnspice.blogspot.com/2010/02/stuffed-zucchini.html
Spoonfuls of love, added to every recipe !!! says
Great event - Have sent in my entry. Not sure if you have recd it thou. So here is the link
http://seasonedndressed.blogspot.com/2010/11/choco-fruit-cup.html
Dr.Sameena Prathap says
Hi Valli,
I just added banana dosa to your linky...iam not sure if it got loaded..Please let me know if it is loaded..so that i can link up to ypur page..will also come back and link more!!:)
Dr.Sameena Prathap says
Hey,
Linked cheese pasta with veggies now...Kindly let me know if it got loaded..will link up after i hear from you...Already linked banana dosa!!:)Check out the event in my blog too dear...:)
sliceofmylyfe says
Hey,
I have entered Baked Pineapple Macaroni to your contest. Wondering if its still on? I didnt have a picture of it on me since it was over within minutes of making it. So I took the liberty of uploading one of the similar looking images from Google. Don't mind please.
Also, its only towards the end of my post, that you'd find the recipe.
Thanks!!
Great Blog you have there:)
Cheers!!!
Wit,wok and wisdom says
Hi Srivalli,
Lovely blog and a lovely event!Have sent you an easy-peasy recipe for your event...hope you like it!
Cheers!
Wit,wok&wisdom
Vatsala. says
You have a nice space. Great event.
I'd like to host this event.
showandtell-vatsala.blogspot.com
maha says
lovely recipes.very nice
Princy Vinoth says
i have posted a recipe green moong rolls.lovely event.glad to participate!
Hasna says
posted a recipe and ll soon send one too
Anamika @madcookingfusions says
Hi..linked my killer Oreo Milk Shake post to your event....Grt concept!!
Jagruti says
I just submitted my recipe for Grilled veggie cheese sandwich to the collection. Its a delicious and healthy recipe packed with veggies. This is my first entry 🙂
Hope you will like it!
Diksha says
Being a mother of two, I am always researching for new recipes for their tiffin box. Today they will want English breakfast and tomorrow some typical south Indian dish. I usually pack dosas or chapatti along with some rice for their tiffin box and I make sure to send KDD harvest juice with the box. It’s a full meal and no complaints from the kids. They love KDD Harvest’s guava and mango juices, it keeps their tummies full until they get back home 🙂
FoodTrails says
Hello Srivalli!! I have linked my post this page.. kids Delight-html, let me me know if it's showing there