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Kids eat better (and have more fun) when they can customize their meals. These deconstructed recipes put the power of choice in their capable hands.

Baby napping? Before you crash on the couch, whip up this easy Italian classic and pop it in the freezer so you're prepared for that next sleep regression.

Turn your sheet pan into a pie plate. This easy recipe makes two pies so you can enjoy one tonight and freeze the other for a night when you just can't.

These pies are easy to pull together and the not-to-spicy filling is perfect for your picky eater. It's a little taste of Jamaica for the whole family.

Frozen pie dough is your new best friend. These tasty pies can be whipped up in no time for a savoury snack or quick app when unexpected guests drop by.

Indulge those PSL cravings with the real deal—a pumpkin spice pie-for-one! This easy to pull together pie is the perfect cozy dessert.

Want to make dinner more fun? Swap out boring mashed potatoes for Tater Tots! Your kids will love the taste and you'll love the minimal prep time.

Make this quiche now and freeze it for one of those nights when you just don't feel like cooking.

De-stress your weeknights by stocking the freezer with this easy make-ahead Mexican favourite, which can be reheated in a pinch.

Sip it straight-up or use it as a base for soup. This nutrient-packed broth is your best line of defence against cold and flu season.

Easy to assemble and dressed to impress, a charcuterie board with all the trimmings brings holiday guests together like nothing else can.

Making individual tarts can be finicky (who wants to deal with pie crust?). These minimal-effort squares are just as good without the hard work.

Make this classic bolognese recipe and you've got three easy dinners in the bag.

Treat them to something extra sweet this holiday season with millennial pink snowball cookies. Not only are they tasty, but they make for great gifts.

Chocolate + caramel + pecans (with a dash of salt) = holiday baking perfection. Make a big batch, so you can wrap up the leftovers as gifts.

Why should the kids be the ones to have all the fun? Celebrate the holidays with tea, candy and more!

Looking for something to do on a snowy Saturday? Grab some sprinkles and get the kids involved in decorating these festive candy bars.

This make-ahead dough will be your holiday savour. Prepare the dough now and then freeze it until that holiday bake sale or unexpected guest pops up.

Holiday baking doesn't get much easier than these no-bake haystacks. Seriously, even the most baking-challenged can master these crunchy, peanutty treats.

This granola is made with love and other tasty ingredients, too!