Ginger-Chicken Kabobs
Makes: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 167
Total Fat (g) 3
Carbohydrate (g) 8
Fiber (g) 1
Protein (g) 27
Calcium (DV%) 0
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken-breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 gloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup fresh pineapple cubes
1 medium red or green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
Directions
1. Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Add cilantro, ginger, garlic, oil, coriander, cumin, salt, and nutmeg to bag. Seal bag and set in a shallow dish. Turn and press bag to coat chicken. Chill for at least 2 hours or up to 6 hours.
2. Heat grill or broiler. On eight 10- to 12-inch skewers, skewer chicken, pineapple and sweet pepper, leaving a 1/4-inch space between pieces.
3. Place kabobs on the rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium heat. Grill for 8 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally to brown evenly. To broil, place kabobs on the unheated rack of a broiler pan. Broil 4 to 5 inches from the heat for 8 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally to brown evenly.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Rowyn's New Word
I am in a panic with Rowyn's new word... Titty!!!! I have not taught her this word nor do I allow her to watch TV programs that would include this word.
It is not a big deal that she learn the word and I am impressed that she is using it to identify the correct body part, but where did it come from. I always use the word "Ninny" when she asks or points to that body part.
Here is why I am in a panic..... last night she was playing with my sister and they were laughing and being silly. Rowyn then lifts up her shirt and says "look at my tittys". I don't want this to happen in public or ever again. I would like her to be a lady and no what is proper and improper. Any suggestions of what I can do?
It is not a big deal that she learn the word and I am impressed that she is using it to identify the correct body part, but where did it come from. I always use the word "Ninny" when she asks or points to that body part.
Here is why I am in a panic..... last night she was playing with my sister and they were laughing and being silly. Rowyn then lifts up her shirt and says "look at my tittys". I don't want this to happen in public or ever again. I would like her to be a lady and no what is proper and improper. Any suggestions of what I can do?
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Curried Apple and Chicken Soup
Shredded apples add sweetness and texture that kids will eat up.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
You Will Need:
2 Tbs. vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 tsp. curry powder
1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 container (32 oz.) chicken broth
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and shredded
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and curry powder, cover, and cook until onion is soft, about 8 minutes. Add ginger and cook 1 minute more. Stir in broth and applesauce, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5 minutes.
Stir in shredded apple and diced chicken. Simmer 2 minutes, until chicken is cooked. Makes 8 cups.
Nutrition per cup: 137 cal; 14g protein; 4g fat; 11g carb; 13mg calcium; 1g fiber.
Shredded apples add sweetness and texture that kids will eat up.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
You Will Need:
2 Tbs. vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 tsp. curry powder
1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 container (32 oz.) chicken broth
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and shredded
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and curry powder, cover, and cook until onion is soft, about 8 minutes. Add ginger and cook 1 minute more. Stir in broth and applesauce, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5 minutes.
Stir in shredded apple and diced chicken. Simmer 2 minutes, until chicken is cooked. Makes 8 cups.
Nutrition per cup: 137 cal; 14g protein; 4g fat; 11g carb; 13mg calcium; 1g fiber.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Toddler Games
The Hot or Cold Game
How to play: Choose one child to be the "Finder." Send him out of the room while the rest of the players hide an object, like a red ball, somewhere in the room. Ask the Finder to come back and look for the ball, while the other players shout out hints: "You're getting hotter" or "you're getting colder." Play until the object is found, then give everyone a turn as the Finder.
What it teaches: Cooperation. This game puts the emphasis on encouraging other players, not competing against them, so preschoolers learn to help each other out in a fun setting.
Parent tip: Try asking kids to speak louder or softer depending on how close or far away the Finder is from the hidden object.
How to play: Choose one child to be the "Finder." Send him out of the room while the rest of the players hide an object, like a red ball, somewhere in the room. Ask the Finder to come back and look for the ball, while the other players shout out hints: "You're getting hotter" or "you're getting colder." Play until the object is found, then give everyone a turn as the Finder.
What it teaches: Cooperation. This game puts the emphasis on encouraging other players, not competing against them, so preschoolers learn to help each other out in a fun setting.
Parent tip: Try asking kids to speak louder or softer depending on how close or far away the Finder is from the hidden object.
Monday, January 18, 2010
No more pacifier
Rowyn started a new school on January 11th and I love it!!! Since starting the new school she is, sleeping better and we have also kicked the pacifier (pappy) habit. It took 3 days and the pappy was gone. If I would have known it was going to be so easy, I would have done it long ago.
Rowyn and I are gearing up for her 2nd birthday. I can't believe that it has been two years that I recieved the miracle that my life needed.
Catching Up
I have been slacking on my posts for a while now, but will be back on track!! I hope that everyone had a wonderful holiday season.
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