Chocolate Chip Cookies

by: Ms. Melanson (3rd grade teacher) This is a new chocolate chip cookie recipe I recently tried out while at home. I have been trying some plant-based inspired recipes and I found this one in a magazine! I was really inspired to find a plant-based chocolate chip cookie I enjoy because I love baking chocolate chip cookies with my mom! I have lots of special memories baking with her from when I was growing up. She has a super, top secret recipe for chocolate chip cookies that is the best! But this one is pretty good too!  Source: Good Housekeeping  Ingredients 2 cups all purpose flour1 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp kosher salt1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips (dairy free)1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (dairy free)1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup canola oil1/4 cup water2 tsp pure READ MORE

Tater Tot Casserole

by: Ms. Carr (School Psychologist) One of my children is a “meat and potatoes” guy. We were looking for more dishes to accommodate his somewhat limited palate when we heard that one of the former Democratic presidential candidates was feeding a version of this recipe to supporters, so we decided to try it. The meal was a win for our family, even though it did not help the candidate win the democratic nomination!  Source: The New York Times  Ingredients ½ cup unsalted butter2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped2 celery stalks, finely chopped1 large white or yellow onion, finely choppedKosher salt and black pepper¾ cup all-purpose flour3 cups whole milk2 tablespoons chicken, vegetable or beef broth base or bouillon2 pounds ground beef (about 15 percent fat)9 ounces frozen peas or corn, or a combination1 ½ pounds frozen Tater Tots1 cup shredded READ MORE

Fucarile Family Meatloaf

by: Mrs. Fucarile (Kindergarten Teacher) Growing up my family owned an Italian restaurant that kept us very busy, so dinner time was important to all be together. My favorite night would be Tuesday nights, as my mom would make meatloaf. I would come home from practice or school to the smell of it cooking. It was a smell and a feeling I would never forget.  Source: This recipe came from my mother Barbara. When I graduated from college my mom made me my very own recipe book. I bet you can guess the first recipe I tried to make 🙂  Ingredients 1 pound of ground beef1 egg1 cup of plain bread crumbs1 large chopped onion1/4 cup of parsley1 teaspoon of salt1 teaspoon of garlic powder1/4 cup water (use more if it seems too dry)Oregano Olive Oil My family was a READ MORE

Banana and Chocolate Chip Power Cake Muffins

by: Ms. Murphy (Grade 5) I love making these muffins with my nieces as a healthy breakfast snack! They love the banana and chocolate chip mixture in each bite : ) Source: Kodiak Cakes: Power Cakes Muffins Ingredients 2 cups kodiak cakes mix3/4 cup milk1/2 cup brown sugar1/4 cup butter, melted2 bananas, mashed1 egg1 tsp cinnamon1 tsp vanilla1/2 mini chocolate chips Recipe Steps Preheat oven to 350 Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend until smooth. Fill greased muffin cups 3/4 full. Bake at 350 for 16-18 minutes. Enjoy : )

Lemon Turmeric Cake

by: Ms. Phillips (ELL teacher) My sister and I made this cake recently while at home. We enjoy trying out new recipes together, and this one was delicious. I hope you enjoy turning sour lemons into this sweet treat! Source: Nothing Fancy cookbook by Alison Roman Ingredients 1 1/2 cups flour2 tsp baking powder1 tsp salt3/4 tsp ground turmeric1 cup + 2 tbsp sugar1 1/2 lemon ( 2 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, half lemon thinly sliced)3/4 cup sour cream or full-fat greek yogurt2 large eggs1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted Recipe Steps Preheat oven to 350F and lightly grease loaf pan (line pan with parchment paper if desired) In medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and turmeric In large bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar with lemon zest, rub together with fingers until the sugar READ MORE

Look Whooo’s Cooking!

From our kitchens to yours! We are excited to announce our new virtual community cookbook, Look Whooo’s Cooking! Underwood staff have compiled some of their favorite recipes to share with all of you as a way to connect across the distance. We have a wonderful mix of newly discovered recipes, old family favorites, holiday traditions, and more! Take a look and then add a recipe that your family loves…we can’t wait to see what you cook up! Connecting Kitchens: Watch this introduction video to hear about the project and take a tour of the cookbook. See what’s cooking: Browse the recipes by clicking on the green button below. Contribute:  Fill out this google form to submit a recipe from your kitchen! We look forward to teaching and learning together through this experience, and are excited to see this community recipe READ MORE