If you're looking for a fun and creative way to get your kids involved in the kitchen, look no further than squiggle paint! This easy-to-make recipe is a great way to explore colors and textures, and it's also a lot of fun to eat. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover paint or other food coloring. So, grab a few ingredients and let's get started!
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HOMEMADE FINGER PAINTS
Unleash your little ones' creativity with our finger paints made with cornstarch, dish soap and your favorite food coloring.
Provided by By Brooke Lark
Categories Gifts & Decor
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In medium bowl, stir together cornstarch, cold water and dish soap. Add hot water; beat with electric mixer on medium speed until mixture is creamy.
- Divide mixture among 4 small plastic containers. Drop several drops of red food color into 1 container; stir until well mixed. Repeat with remaining food colors and containers. Store covered at room temperature. Use for finger painting on paper or canvas.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
SQUEEZE AND SQUIGGLE PAINT
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Stir Bisquick, salt, water and tempera powder until blended. Pour paint into plastic squeeze bottle with narrow opening. Repeat with different tempera powders to make more colors if desired.2. Squeeze out designs onto paper or cardboard.3. Immediately sprinkle glitter over paint. Let dry. Store paint in covered container at room temperature up to 5 days. Stir before using.HIGH ALTITUDE (3500 to 6500 feet): No changes.BETTY'S TIP: Don't throw away those plastic squeeze bottles from ketchup and mustard. They make perfect "squeeze-able" paint bottles.From "Betty Crocker's Bisquick Cookbook." Text Copyright 2000 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
WEEKNIGHT PASTA SQUIGGLES
This zesty pasta dish is ideal for busy weeknights. It's low on ingredients and easy to prep, and it tastes so comforting when the weather turns cool. A salad on the side makes this healthy pasta recipe a meal. -Stacey Brown, Spring, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook and crumble sausage over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Meanwhile, coarsely chop tomatoes, reserving juices., Add tomatoes and reserved juices to sausage; stir in pasta, broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until pasta is al dente, 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally. Top with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic exchanges
SQUIGGLY PASTA AND CHICKEN SALAD/DESSERT
I couldn't find this recipe on Zaar so I wanted to share. This salad is full of such a delicious combination of ingredients that it can be used as a main dish, side dish or dessert. The fruit compliments the meat and veggies so well. This is the best pasta salad I've ever tried. When I take it to potlucks it's always a favorite and gone in a flash. Try it! :)
Provided by Piper Lee
Categories Dessert
Time 2h30m
Yield 24-30 1 cup servings approximatley, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook the pasta aldente. DO NOT OVERCOOK. Yuck! Drain and set aside to cool; DO NOT RINSE. This will ensure the sauce sticks to the pasta.
- Cook chicken breasts just until done so they're not dry. Debone if using bone-in; dice up meat. Set aside.
- Chop the celery and onions and add the grapes to these; set aside.
- Drain the mandarine oranges; set aside.
- Make dressing or you can make the dressing the day before and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Dressing:.
- In a medium mixing bowl blend together the sour cream, mayonnaise, rice wine vinegar, sugar and garlic salt.
- When the pasta and chicken are cooled, place them in a large mixing or serving bowl and stir together; carefully stir in the celery, onion, grape mixture; now even more carefully stir in the mandarine oranges trying not to break them up too much. When mixed thoroughly add the dressing and mix through. Serve immediatley.
- If you are taking this to a potluck, you may want to wait and add the dressing once you're there so it doesn't break down overly much before serving. Either way this is a terrific salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.5, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 98, Carbohydrate 37.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 13.4, Protein 9.6
Tips:
- Prepare your workspace: Protect your work surface with a drop cloth or newspaper. Wear an apron or old clothes to protect your clothing.
- Choose the right paint: Use non-toxic, water-based paint that is safe for children. Acrylic paint is a good option because it is easy to clean up.
- Make the squiggle paint: Mix equal parts paint and shaving cream in a bowl. You can use a spoon or whisk to mix the ingredients together until they are well combined.
- Add scents and colors: You can add essential oils or food coloring to the squiggle paint to create different scents and colors. Be sure to mix the ingredients well.
- Experiment with different techniques: You can use your fingers, a brush, or a comb to create different patterns and designs with the squiggle paint. You can also use stencils to create specific shapes.
- Clean up: When you are finished playing with the squiggle paint, clean up immediately. Rinse the paint off your hands and any surfaces that got dirty. Discard the squiggle paint according to your local regulations.
Conclusion:
Squiggle paint is a fun and easy activity for children of all ages. It is a great way to encourage creativity and imagination. Squiggle paint can also be used as a sensory activity for young children. With a little preparation, you can easily make your own squiggle paint at home. So get creative and have fun!
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