15 Minute Korean-Style Rice Bowls with Beef or Mushrooms

From the kitchen of One Perfect Bite...This is one of the easiest meals in my recipe rotation. It is simple enough for children to make, and it uses so few ingredients and utensils, that it can be made in the most poorly equipped kitchens. I make it often for lunch or light suppers and we've enjoyed it in some very strange places. The bowls, obviously, are not Korean, but the taste of the finished dish is much like that of a Korean barbecue, hence its name. If you are trying to cut back on the amount of meat you eat, or chose never to eat it, the mushroom version of the dish will allow you to sample and enjoy these delicious rice bowls. Do give them a try. I know you will enjoy them. Here is how they're made.

Child's Play - Easy Eclair Cake

From the kitchen of One Perfect Bite...I can't for the life of me figure why this was called an eclair cake. Its layers and appearance are more like a Napoleon than an eclair, but then I wasn't asked to name it, or, for that matter, to offer my opinion on it one way or the other. That never stops me. For reasons that escape me, I never put the recipe on the blog, despite the fact we have it whenever there are youngsters in the house. This dessert scores on two levels. It is delicious and also easy to make. As a matter of fact, it's so easy to make, that I turn the task over to the children when they are around. I have two versions of the topping that is used for the dessert. One involves boiling the glaze, the other is a more simple mix and stir application that the kids can make without getting burned. The recipe is straight forward and the only caution I have to share with you regards time. You can assemble the cake in 10 minutes, but it will require refrigeration for at least 8 hours before it is served. During that time, the graham crackers soften and begin to absorb the filling as it sets. You can create a dozen variations of the basic recipe by using different puddings and adding fruit to the layers. When you are working with children, however, it is best to keep the ingredients as simple as possible. It's also imperative to let them know they can't eat it right away. Actually, they can, but the dessert will look like a hot mess on the plate if it is served before it has set. I hope those of you who have never tried this recipe will give it a try. Here is how the eclair cake is made.

Frugal Foodie Friday - Nacho Drumsticks

From the kitchen of One Perfect Bite...I must start my post with a disclaimer tonight. The recipe for nacho drumsticks is meant for kids, or those who feed teen athletes or youth groups where young men gather in great numbers. Please don't misunderstand. There is nothing wrong with these drumsticks. They are tasty, easy to prepare and downright cheap to make, but they lack the cache that might make them appealing to adults. This is grub at its finest and it is a great starter dish for young cooks to make and share with their friends. This is more a procedure than a recipe and once all the ingredients have been assembled, it takes about 15 minutes to get the drumsticks in the oven. Plan on 2 drumsticks per person. These do not reheat well and are best served as soon as they come from the oven. Most of my gang likes them with ranch dressing, but I have a fire eater or two who prefer to use a really hot salsa for dipping. Drumsticks are one of the few bargains left in markets today. Their cost makes them a perfect candidate for a Frugal Foodie Friday feature. Here is how this version is made.

Child's Play - A Greek Yogurt, Lime and Honey Pie the Kids Can Make for Father's Day

From the kitchen of One Perfect Bite... The most treasured of my gifts are those that have been made especially for me. I hope that mine are not singular treasures and that you, too, appreciate gifts that speak of thoughtful time and care. I know that many of you will be hosting gatherings next Sunday and I thought it would be nice to share a recipe that the kids can make for Father's Day. This simple dish is truly child's play, and as long as it is allowed to chill for several hours it can't go wrong - unless, of course, it's dropped on the floor. If the kids are going to make the pie, you'll want to provide some type of pre-baked pie shell, and if your assistants are very young, you'll want to oversee the transfer of boiling water from pot to pan. They really can make this pie themselves, so, while you'll want to keep the eyes in the back of your head focused, let them have at it. It won't look as pretty as yours, but I guarantee that Dad will think it's beautiful. Here is how this light and airy dessert is made.