Snack Time!
Catherine McCord and her son, Kenya, 5, often cook together. Here, they're making avocado dip. See the finished recipe on the next slide.
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Fruity Avocado Dip
McCord paired avocados with pomegranate seeds and grapes. Don't have these fruits in the fridge? No worries -- blueberries, diced peaches, or sliced strawberries taste great with avocados too.
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Banana Peanut Butter Muffins
McCord's husband, Jon Gordon, a film producer, loves putting his own stamp on some of the recipes she cooks. He likes to spread some strawberry preserves on top of his muffin for a PB&J flavor.
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Granola Balls
These granola balls have just the right amount of sweetness and a crunchy, chewy texture. Take them to a playdate, and count on kids demanding seconds.
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Zucchini Coins
Squash for a snack? A clever name and a tasty dipping sauce turn this veggie into a kid favorite.
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From the forthcoming book Weelicious: 140 Fast, Fresh, and Easy Recipes, Catherine McCord. Copyright © 2012 by Catherine McCord. To be published on September 18, 2012, by William Morrow Cookbooks, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers. Reprinted by permission.