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Liz

Liz has written 19 posts for Mai Recipes

The Finicky Files – It’s Not Just My Kids

While far too often it feels like I am on a deserted island, surrounded by only my picky eaters, I have come to the realization that I am not alone. Far from it. And so I am happy to present the first in what will hopefully be an occasional series…

Caroline’s Miracle Meatloaf

This recipe is from my friend Terri, who modified it from Kitchen Playdates by Lauren Bank Deen.

The Finicky Files – Truth is Stronger than Fiction

When Clare was not quite three, and her pickiness was still building to a crescendo, the three of us attended a 30th birthday party for a good friend. This was my kind of party, wherein the friend’s wife opted to celebrate with a small gathering of family and friends…

Oatmeal-Peanutbutter Bars

All the tastiness of peanutbutter cookies, with the ease of a bar format.

The Finicky Files – Diabetes…

Diabetes down the road? This morning I held Danny steady and sang “You Are My Sunshine” to him while the nurse drew three vials of blood. We’ve been doing this quarterly since he was…

The Finicky Files – Snacktime Smackdown

I’m writing this when the last thing in the world I feel like doing is cooking for my children. It’s been a long week of rejected meal after rejected meal, coupled with a husband working late hours…

The Finicky Files – If she makes it, will she eat?

I thought I was so clever. Clare is such a bookworm, and this time of year we really enjoy reading Pumpkin Soup, a charming story about three animal friends who make pumpkin soup every day. “A-ha!” thought I. While previous efforts to involve Clare in the cooking process have not produced positive results on the [...]

The Finicky Files – Date with a Dietitian

I’m fortunate in so many of my friendships for their support, fun … and opportunities to exploit their varying skills and professions. Of late, this is especially true of my dietitian friend, Allyson. Sure, there was that time we hit a late-night diner…

The Finicky Files – How evil is it to let your kid go to bed hungry?

Chicken. It’s not just what’s for dinner. It’s also what I am when it comes to serving said item to Clare. As far as she’s concerned, it’s a four-letter word. That is unless it’s in nugget form. It doesn’t take a nutrition degree to recognize that nuggets should not be the sole source of meat [...]

Orzo Arugula Salad

This is a terrific side dish, but you can also add chopped chicken to it to make a complete, delicious meal!