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Do you like Tofu? How about Pate? If you asked me those questions about a month ago my answer would have definitely been "No." Then I attended Seattle Veg feast, a local event that caters to vegetarians. I am not a vegetarian, but I wanted to see what kinds of foods were available. I have to say I was a little skeptical, but I wanted to keep an open mind and sample as many things as I could. Let me tell you I'm so glad I did, because I found Toby's Tofu Pate.

Toby's tofu pate is freshly made (no preservatives) and is a tasty addition to any cracker, bagel, apple or sandwich. The options are endless! And for those of you who hear pate and think goose liver, you have nothing to worry about here; Pate is just a fancy French word for "spread." I didn't even think of tofu when I was eating it. It reminded me more of a cheese spread like boursin. The texture was creamy and full of flavor. And since the main ingredients are tofu and herbs, it's actually not that bad for you.

This amazing spread all started with a woman named Toby from Oregon. She is a mother of three, all of whom were the inspiration of her tofu pate recipe almost 30 years ago. She began producing tofu pate in her licensed home kitchen and selling it to local health food stores. In 1994, Toby's son Jonah joined the family business and expanded Toby's Family Foods to distribution in Portland and Seattle (Thank you Jonah!).

I prefer supporting small, local, family-owned and operated businesses especially when they offer such a fantastic product. If you enjoy eating tofu this is something I am sure you have already tried (if not, I highly recommend that you do). And for those of you who look away when you're offered tofu, this is a product you should definitely try. It might just change your mind. It definitely changed mine!

Remember your first experiences in the kitchen? Maybe you helped your mom or dad measure sugar for a cake, stirred that big wooden spoon until your little arm ached, maybe you just licked the beaters.
Getting your child to feel comfortable at cooking pays off for everyone. Start by inviting him or her into the kitchen during an unrushed moment, when there is time to instruct and share responsibilities and re-create those happy moments. Cooking with children is a wonderful way to teach, share, and connect and when you're finished, you get to have dessert!

Things can get messy so here are a few tips to help minimize clean-up time.
-- Spread newspapers over tables or countertops.
-- Wear an apron. Small children can wear one of your old T-shirts over clothing.
-- Teach kids to clean as they go (and set a good example yourself).

Here is a great recipe that most every kid will enjoy preparing. I have found that even the pickiest eater still enjoys PIZZA. This recipe allows the kids to be the chef. They can make the pizza of their dreams!

The Perfect Pizza
Prep time: about 15 minutes
Ingredients:
1 standard-sized bagel, cut in half (English muffins also work great)
pizza sauce
shredded mozzarella cheese
toppings: pepperoni, Canadian bacon, mushrooms, bell peppers, pineapple (whatever you like)
seasonings: oregano, basil and parmesan cheese (whatever your favorite pizza toppings are)

Directions:
1. Set the oven to low heat. (325 degrees)
2. Spread tomato sauce on each bagel half or English muffin.
3. Sprinkle the shredded cheese all over the tomato sauce on each half.
4. Add your favorite toppings.
5. Put a light sprinkling of seasonings on each half.
6. Put your bagel halves on the baking sheet (for easy clean up place a piece of tinfoil on the baking sheet).
7. Bake in the oven on 325 for about 5 to 8 minutes. You'll know they're done when the cheese is bubbly.
8. Let cool for a minute, and then enjoy your pizzas.

Stay tuned for more fun recipes that you can enjoy preparing with your little ones!