Let's face it, kids are picky eaters. Now throw in the limitations of the Nine Days and meal planning can feel like an impossible task.
Lucky for you, we're here to help! We've collected over 50 recipes that we know your kids will love! From cheesy bbq mock meat pizza and salmon sub sliders, to cauliflower poppers and skillet lasagna!
Try browsing through the recipes below with your little ones. Getting them involved in even the smallest way will help create excitement around dinner time.
Victoria Dwek
Fun! There’s two versions of these nacho cheese: the healthy version made with wraps that I cut into “chips” (I think the rectangle lavash-style wraps make the best
...read more
Rena Tuchinsky
Here is your new favorite recipe to impress your family and feel like a total rockstar in the kitchen all while spending hardly any time preparing it! One
...read more
Chaya Suri Leitner
During the summer, when tomatoes are at their peak sweetness and flavor, this tomato soup with sourdough grilled cheese recipe is a real treat. It’s the perfect opportunity
...read moreRena Tuchinsky
Sara Goldstein
There was a trend a while back that involved baking a block of feta with cherry tomatoes to make a pasta sauce. I prefer to do it with
...read more
Sara Goldstein
Who doesn’t love a comforting pot of mac and cheese? This version tastes incredible and is made in one pot. That’s right, no separate pots for boiling noodles
...read more
Gitty Friedman
This melaveh malkah idea is deceptively easy. It takes so little effort but makes such a delicious dish!
...read more
Brynie Greisman
Why make falafel if you can easily buy it? First of all, these taste amazing, and are healthier. Second, it costs a fraction of what it costs in
...read more
Sarah Lasry
Now that Pesach is over, I am compelled to eat all the pasta. Funny how that seems to work! Yet it is also basically the start of summer
...read more
Sarah Lasry
This no-brainer recipe uses my favorite shortcut. Secret ingredient: baked beans and canned beans. They make for the fastest chili. If you want you can also make this
...read more
Chanie Nayman
Listen, not all foods served at a Chanukah party will boast health benefits. Hopefully some will, but maybe our saving grace will be that this one has some
...read more
Beth Warren
The holiday may be over, but the deliciousness of this favorite recipe is not. Try my version of cauliflower latkes for an exciting way to introduce a new
...read more
Nechama Norman
Everyone’s favorite classic pizza flavors, served up in a fresh new way! This is a great recipe to prepare with kids. They’ll love to mix up the cheese
...read moreThe Peppermill
A new twist on a classic pasta dish makes this party-worthy!
...read more
Faigy Grossman
I couldn’t believe what a cinch this was to prepare. Without dirtying a pot, you get a delicious, steaming baked ziti with a yummy, cheesy flavor and no
...read more
Dining In
There are soup lovers who would give a fortune for this recipe. You don’t have to, so dig in and enjoy!
...read more
Chavi Feldman
Quick and easy… check. Kid friendly… that’s two checks… and in my seven-year-old’s words, “Seriously heaven!” These adorable, fried meal-in-ones get supper on the table fast, while keeping
...read more
Brynie Greisman
This tastes like the real thing! I subbed sweet potatoes for white potatoes and baked the fish and chips in the same pan for easy cleanup. It may
...read more
Sarah Lasry
This is a total cheat board. There’s almost no recipe because you can use store-bought hummus. Cut up the veggies (I do Israeli style), add the feta, drizzle
...read moreDanny Seo
When you make your own BBQ sauce—which is much easier than you might think—you can control the spice and sweetness level. Any leftover sauce can be stored in
...read more
Estee Kafra
A fantastic blend of flavors that will satisfy all meat lovers and pizza lovers at once. For all you “fleishaphobians” out there, and lovers of artisan pizza, this
...read more
Chayie Schlisselfeld
The baked flounder has crispy breading yet a moist interior. Paired with sweet potato chips and an easy homemade tartar sauce, fish and chips is a great supper everyone at
...read more
Rorie Weisberg
Want a healthier version of mac-and-cheese that comes together even faster than the original? Try Rorie’s Mock-o-Roni. You won’t miss those elbow noodles one bit! The kids will
...read moreMichal Frischman
Originally, I made these as plain pizza muffins, which were cute in shape, but boring in taste. Turning the pizza base into a garlic knot turns up the
...read moreBrynie Greisman
I first tasted a version of this salad at my daughter-in-law Shoshi’s home. I go for a very well-seasoned salad that literally dazzles my palate. She graciously shared
...read more
Lukas Volger
Here, capers and Dijon mustard highlight mellow cauliflower’s subtle flavor. Serve with a slice of cheese for something richer; or for a lighter lunch, season with a squeeze
...read more
Michal Frischman
Until very recently, I was a one-oven kind of girl, and dairy cooking during the Nine Days was done exclusively in my toaster oven or on my stovetop.
...read moreNechama Norman
This is a great Caesar salad with a twist. If you have ever been in Israel long enough, you know what toast is: any regular sandwich toasted in
...read moreSina Mizrahi
Soft, airy focaccia is the perfect backdrop for this classic flavor combination. It’s so quick and delicious, you might give up on making actual pizza.
...read more
Faigy Grossman
It’s hard to find filling meals for the nine days that aren’t cream-laden. This is a perfect side for fish; it’s delicious and not too creamy.
...read more
Victoria Dwek
A cute presentation for grilled cheese sandwiches. They’ll be so excited to pull apart their own sandwich, they might not even object to the sautèed vegetables you snuck in
...read more
Michal Frischman
Onion soup is classic break-the-fast food in our house, but I’m not always in the mood of soup in the heat of summer, so this is my compromise.
...read more
Sam Adler
This dairy indulgence is gnocchi at its best. The tomato cream sauce is one of the best gnocchi sauces we’ve come across.
...read moreJamie Geller
It is hard to find good kosher Mexican food. I got so tired of looking that I decided to make it myself. Quesadillas are a great light appetizer.
...read moreSina Mizrahi
This asian-flavored salmon is the perfect recipe when you’re in the mood for an asian style salmon dish. This recipe takes just minutes to prepare, doesn’t require any
...read more
Brynie Greisman
This wrap pairs the earthy flavor of the portobellos with the mild salty feta cheese and robust green-olive pesto. A winner by all standards.
...read more
Chayie Schlisselfeld
Who says being a grown-up means you can never eat pizza? Enjoy this delicious “crossover” dish guilt-free, as it is also low in fat.
...read moreChanie Nayman
If you like food jam-packed with flavor, this is for you. It’s kid friendly and can be dressed up for adults by adding in sautéed vegetables. But I
...read more
Chavi Feldman
My siblings and I recently took our mother to a popular dairy restaurant to celebrate her 70th birthday. I ordered a dish similar to the recipe below, and
...read moreNaomi Hazan
Mexican street corn is typically cooked over an outdoor grill and served on the cob. I’m making things super EASY with this Mexican street corn bowl, topped with
...read moreNina Safar
While I love a hearty lasagna, I am far from thrilled at the thought of boiling noodles, having to assemble the dish, and then waiting for it to
...read more
Shaina Olmanson
French toast is made even more irresistible thanks to a lovely blueberries-and-cream filling. The crumbly cornflake-macadamia nut coating adds a sweet flavor and light and crunchy texture to
...read moreChavi Feldman
Who doesn’t love eggplant parmesan? I’m not trying to convince you that these baked fries taste exactly like their calorie-laden cousin. Not even close! But munching on them
...read moreEsther Ottensoser
Substitute breaded cauliflower in place of chicken to make these delicious, zesty Cauliflower Poppers!
...read moreKim Kushner
I call this “lazy fish” because it’s the perfect recipe to make on a lazy day. You aren’t the only one who gets tired of cooking, trust me.
...read moreNechama Norman
My sister-in-law Chaya Leah leads a very busy life as a mom, wife, and ultrasound technician. She has a long commute to work and a large crowd with
...read more
Nitra Ladies Auxiliary
Here’s a really simple way to elevate your standard mac-and-cheese lunch or dinner.
...read moreRuth Bendkowski
While scrolling through Pinterest I stumbled across a recipe for stuffed zucchini boats with a Mexican twist…and I realized, “Hey…I can easily adapt this recipe to make ‘burritos’
...read moreBeth Warren
A great alternative to the hamburger, this burger is a great way to try a salmon dish. Serve on buns or over salad.
...read moreEfrat Libfroind
Try this recipe for rich dairy tomato soup from scratch – not a can in sight.
...read moreChavi Feldman
Clara Fatal
These empanadas have a spectacular filling of roasted eggplant and cheese. You’ll enjoy every blissful bite. Yields 20 empanadas. The brachah on these empanadas is hamotzi.
...read more
Chavi Feldman
Whenever I serve pizza for supper, I always feel that it’s not really a well-balanced meal, because there isn’t enough “real” protein involved. Problem solved! Adding a layer
...read moreSina Mizrahi
I made this with my kids in mind. What could be better than scooping a vegetarian sloppy Joe out of a sweet potato? But I think I loved
...read more
Nitra Ladies Auxiliary
These quick-and-easy tuna balls are tasty and nutritious. Serve as an afterschool snack, as an appetizer at your Chanukah party, or for a cheap parve supper.
...read moreChayie Schlisselfeld
If your family is anything like mine, you can relate to this. Some like their “sushi” with just rice and cucumbers, while others like just plain kani, and
...read moreSina Mizrahi
This salad shows up at every single gathering I make. Everyone loves it, and it’s usually the first bowl to be emptied. It’s a “must try” that deserves
...read more
Chayie Schlisselfeld
Make the most of the last days of summer with these simple, light quesadillas for supper. Yields 6 quesadillas (recipe makes 2 pizzadillas and 4 grilled vegetable quesadillas).
...read more
Dining In
An alternative to the been-there-done-that baked ziti supper.
...read moreNaomi Nachman
The term Taco Tuesday has become so popular on social media food groups that I decided to introduce it into my family for Tuesday dinners. We have made
...read moreNechama Norman
Sweet Potato Burgers are a great meat-free dinner idea! Yield: about 12 burgers
...read moreChayie Schlisselfeld
Rivky Kleiman
When we began working on a Chanukah party, the idea for a cheese-infused vegetable quiche came to mind. Perfecting the recipe was not simple, as we were without
...read moreNechama Norman
When I was growing up, my mother used to treat each of the children to special times alone with her. Sometimes it was a trip to a store,
...read more
Chavi Feldman
One of my sons barely eats any protein; he’s a pizza and macaroni kind of guy. But for some reason, he actually likes chickpeas! Needless to say, I
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Let's face it, kids are picky eaters. Now throw in the limitations of the Nine Days and meal planning can feel like an impossible task.
Lucky for you, we're here to help! We've collected over 50 recipes that we know your kids will love! From cheesy bbq mock meat pizza and salmon sub sliders, to cauliflower poppers and skillet lasagna!
Try browsing through the recipes below with your little ones. Getting them involved in even the smallest way will help create excitement around dinner time.

Victoria Dwek
Fun! There’s two versions of these nacho cheese: the healthy version made with wraps that I cut into “chips” (I think the rectangle lavash-style wraps make the best
...read more
Rena Tuchinsky
Here is your new favorite recipe to impress your family and feel like a total rockstar in the kitchen all while spending hardly any time preparing it! One
...read more
Chaya Suri Leitner
During the summer, when tomatoes are at their peak sweetness and flavor, this tomato soup with sourdough grilled cheese recipe is a real treat. It’s the perfect opportunity
...read more
Rena Tuchinsky
Sara Goldstein
There was a trend a while back that involved baking a block of feta with cherry tomatoes to make a pasta sauce. I prefer to do it with
...read more
Sara Goldstein
Who doesn’t love a comforting pot of mac and cheese? This version tastes incredible and is made in one pot. That’s right, no separate pots for boiling noodles
...read more
Gitty Friedman
This melaveh malkah idea is deceptively easy. It takes so little effort but makes such a delicious dish!
...read more
Brynie Greisman
Why make falafel if you can easily buy it? First of all, these taste amazing, and are healthier. Second, it costs a fraction of what it costs in
...read more
Sarah Lasry
Now that Pesach is over, I am compelled to eat all the pasta. Funny how that seems to work! Yet it is also basically the start of summer
...read more
Sarah Lasry
This no-brainer recipe uses my favorite shortcut. Secret ingredient: baked beans and canned beans. They make for the fastest chili. If you want you can also make this
...read more
Chanie Nayman
Listen, not all foods served at a Chanukah party will boast health benefits. Hopefully some will, but maybe our saving grace will be that this one has some
...read more
Beth Warren
The holiday may be over, but the deliciousness of this favorite recipe is not. Try my version of cauliflower latkes for an exciting way to introduce a new
...read more
Nechama Norman
Everyone’s favorite classic pizza flavors, served up in a fresh new way! This is a great recipe to prepare with kids. They’ll love to mix up the cheese
...read more
The Peppermill
A new twist on a classic pasta dish makes this party-worthy!
...read more
Faigy Grossman
I couldn’t believe what a cinch this was to prepare. Without dirtying a pot, you get a delicious, steaming baked ziti with a yummy, cheesy flavor and no
...read more
Dining In
There are soup lovers who would give a fortune for this recipe. You don’t have to, so dig in and enjoy!
...read more
Chavi Feldman
Quick and easy… check. Kid friendly… that’s two checks… and in my seven-year-old’s words, “Seriously heaven!” These adorable, fried meal-in-ones get supper on the table fast, while keeping
...read more
Brynie Greisman
This tastes like the real thing! I subbed sweet potatoes for white potatoes and baked the fish and chips in the same pan for easy cleanup. It may
...read more
Sarah Lasry
This is a total cheat board. There’s almost no recipe because you can use store-bought hummus. Cut up the veggies (I do Israeli style), add the feta, drizzle
...read more
Danny Seo
When you make your own BBQ sauce—which is much easier than you might think—you can control the spice and sweetness level. Any leftover sauce can be stored in
...read more
Estee Kafra
A fantastic blend of flavors that will satisfy all meat lovers and pizza lovers at once. For all you “fleishaphobians” out there, and lovers of artisan pizza, this
...read more
Chayie Schlisselfeld
The baked flounder has crispy breading yet a moist interior. Paired with sweet potato chips and an easy homemade tartar sauce, fish and chips is a great supper everyone at
...read more
Rorie Weisberg
Want a healthier version of mac-and-cheese that comes together even faster than the original? Try Rorie’s Mock-o-Roni. You won’t miss those elbow noodles one bit! The kids will
...read more
Michal Frischman
Originally, I made these as plain pizza muffins, which were cute in shape, but boring in taste. Turning the pizza base into a garlic knot turns up the
...read more
Brynie Greisman
I first tasted a version of this salad at my daughter-in-law Shoshi’s home. I go for a very well-seasoned salad that literally dazzles my palate. She graciously shared
...read more
Lukas Volger
Here, capers and Dijon mustard highlight mellow cauliflower’s subtle flavor. Serve with a slice of cheese for something richer; or for a lighter lunch, season with a squeeze
...read more
Michal Frischman
Until very recently, I was a one-oven kind of girl, and dairy cooking during the Nine Days was done exclusively in my toaster oven or on my stovetop.
...read more
Nechama Norman
This is a great Caesar salad with a twist. If you have ever been in Israel long enough, you know what toast is: any regular sandwich toasted in
...read more
Sina Mizrahi
Soft, airy focaccia is the perfect backdrop for this classic flavor combination. It’s so quick and delicious, you might give up on making actual pizza.
...read more
Faigy Grossman
It’s hard to find filling meals for the nine days that aren’t cream-laden. This is a perfect side for fish; it’s delicious and not too creamy.
...read more
Victoria Dwek
A cute presentation for grilled cheese sandwiches. They’ll be so excited to pull apart their own sandwich, they might not even object to the sautèed vegetables you snuck in
...read more
Michal Frischman
Onion soup is classic break-the-fast food in our house, but I’m not always in the mood of soup in the heat of summer, so this is my compromise.
...read more
Sam Adler
This dairy indulgence is gnocchi at its best. The tomato cream sauce is one of the best gnocchi sauces we’ve come across.
...read more
Jamie Geller
It is hard to find good kosher Mexican food. I got so tired of looking that I decided to make it myself. Quesadillas are a great light appetizer.
...read more
Sina Mizrahi
This asian-flavored salmon is the perfect recipe when you’re in the mood for an asian style salmon dish. This recipe takes just minutes to prepare, doesn’t require any
...read more
Brynie Greisman
This wrap pairs the earthy flavor of the portobellos with the mild salty feta cheese and robust green-olive pesto. A winner by all standards.
...read more
Chayie Schlisselfeld
Who says being a grown-up means you can never eat pizza? Enjoy this delicious “crossover” dish guilt-free, as it is also low in fat.
...read more
Chanie Nayman
If you like food jam-packed with flavor, this is for you. It’s kid friendly and can be dressed up for adults by adding in sautéed vegetables. But I
...read more
Chavi Feldman
My siblings and I recently took our mother to a popular dairy restaurant to celebrate her 70th birthday. I ordered a dish similar to the recipe below, and
...read more
Naomi Hazan
Mexican street corn is typically cooked over an outdoor grill and served on the cob. I’m making things super EASY with this Mexican street corn bowl, topped with
...read more
Nina Safar
While I love a hearty lasagna, I am far from thrilled at the thought of boiling noodles, having to assemble the dish, and then waiting for it to
...read more
Shaina Olmanson
French toast is made even more irresistible thanks to a lovely blueberries-and-cream filling. The crumbly cornflake-macadamia nut coating adds a sweet flavor and light and crunchy texture to
...read more
Chavi Feldman
Who doesn’t love eggplant parmesan? I’m not trying to convince you that these baked fries taste exactly like their calorie-laden cousin. Not even close! But munching on them
...read more
Esther Ottensoser
Substitute breaded cauliflower in place of chicken to make these delicious, zesty Cauliflower Poppers!
...read more
Kim Kushner
I call this “lazy fish” because it’s the perfect recipe to make on a lazy day. You aren’t the only one who gets tired of cooking, trust me.
...read more
Nechama Norman
My sister-in-law Chaya Leah leads a very busy life as a mom, wife, and ultrasound technician. She has a long commute to work and a large crowd with
...read more
Nitra Ladies Auxiliary
Here’s a really simple way to elevate your standard mac-and-cheese lunch or dinner.
...read more
Ruth Bendkowski
While scrolling through Pinterest I stumbled across a recipe for stuffed zucchini boats with a Mexican twist…and I realized, “Hey…I can easily adapt this recipe to make ‘burritos’
...read more
Beth Warren
A great alternative to the hamburger, this burger is a great way to try a salmon dish. Serve on buns or over salad.
...read more
Efrat Libfroind
Try this recipe for rich dairy tomato soup from scratch – not a can in sight.
...read more
Chavi Feldman
Clara Fatal
These empanadas have a spectacular filling of roasted eggplant and cheese. You’ll enjoy every blissful bite. Yields 20 empanadas. The brachah on these empanadas is hamotzi.
...read more
Chavi Feldman
Whenever I serve pizza for supper, I always feel that it’s not really a well-balanced meal, because there isn’t enough “real” protein involved. Problem solved! Adding a layer
...read more
Sina Mizrahi
I made this with my kids in mind. What could be better than scooping a vegetarian sloppy Joe out of a sweet potato? But I think I loved
...read more
Nitra Ladies Auxiliary
These quick-and-easy tuna balls are tasty and nutritious. Serve as an afterschool snack, as an appetizer at your Chanukah party, or for a cheap parve supper.
...read more
Chayie Schlisselfeld
If your family is anything like mine, you can relate to this. Some like their “sushi” with just rice and cucumbers, while others like just plain kani, and
...read more
Sina Mizrahi
This salad shows up at every single gathering I make. Everyone loves it, and it’s usually the first bowl to be emptied. It’s a “must try” that deserves
...read more
Chayie Schlisselfeld
Make the most of the last days of summer with these simple, light quesadillas for supper. Yields 6 quesadillas (recipe makes 2 pizzadillas and 4 grilled vegetable quesadillas).
...read more
Dining In
An alternative to the been-there-done-that baked ziti supper.
...read more
Naomi Nachman
The term Taco Tuesday has become so popular on social media food groups that I decided to introduce it into my family for Tuesday dinners. We have made
...read more
Nechama Norman
Sweet Potato Burgers are a great meat-free dinner idea! Yield: about 12 burgers
...read more
Chayie Schlisselfeld
Rivky Kleiman
When we began working on a Chanukah party, the idea for a cheese-infused vegetable quiche came to mind. Perfecting the recipe was not simple, as we were without
...read more
Nechama Norman
When I was growing up, my mother used to treat each of the children to special times alone with her. Sometimes it was a trip to a store,
...read more
Chavi Feldman
One of my sons barely eats any protein; he’s a pizza and macaroni kind of guy. But for some reason, he actually likes chickpeas! Needless to say, I
...read more
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