Now We're Cookin'

Since we have had sufficient time at home, I decided to get the kids in the kitchen with me. This is kind of a huge thing for me. I am usually a control freak about cleanliness while I cook. You know, wiping down the counter top after every ingredient and using a wet paper towel to clean off spice jars. Maybe a bit over the top, but that's my way. This week I let that all go....well, most of it. 

We all put on aprons and went to work. We made cookies, bread, cupcakes (thanks to Noelle for the quarantine care package), and chicken and dressing (I'm already craving Thanksgiving food). The kids did great and we all had a great time doing it. They got their hands dirty and I got my kitchen dirty. It was all worth! Now, once we get out of here, we'll be happy to share all of these goodies.

Andi and Joshua digging into the leftover cake batter.

Yes, that is Joshua cooking in a Power Ranger costume. Not an uncommon sight at our house these days. I can't wait for you to see the entire get-up tomorrow.

Andi was asleep while Joshua decorated the cupcakes. I don't think she could have used quite as much restraint as Joshua did. Also, the towel over Joshua's shoulder was placed there by him. He told me it made him look like a real chef. I think he was right.