Rachael Ray to the Rescue

Anthony, 4, and Angelina, 2, are ready for more than just buttered noodles. Rachael showed Helena and Joseph how to make her mom's favorite pasta recipe -- and the kids ate it up.

Makes: 4 to 6 servings

Here's a quick Sunday meal: These patties cook in a quarter the time of traditional meatloaf.

Makes: 5 servings

Both older kids are pizza fanatics. This meal's got that familiar flavor, but it's more substantial.

Makes: 4 to 6 servings

"Don't be turned off by the red hot peppers," Rachael told Helena and Joseph. "They add tons of flavor to this super-easy dish." For the kids, just pick out the peppers right before serving.

Makes: 4 servings

Angelina loves chicken fingers, so Rachael was convinced she'd go for this crunchy, slightly spicy version. The verdict? Yummy!

Makes: 4 to 6 servings

Copyright © 2008. Used with permission from the April 2007 issue of Parents magazine.