Kid friendly American appetizers & snacks recipes with 600 or more calories costing less than $3.0 per serving with photo added by professional chefs

Cajun Crowder Beans

Also known as Crowder peas, these delicious little fellas can often be found in frozen form at the store. These are fresh picked right here in…

New Favorite Chicken and Herb Stuffing Casserole

Found several variations of this on the net, so don't know whom to credit.

My New Favorite Meatloaf

Based on Cooks' Illustrated recipe.

Buttermilk White Sandwich Bread

Tried this recipe the other day and it turned out delicious. Kneading is required.

Chef Teddy lemon Glaze

Asian-inspired Mini-Meatballs

A perfect appetizer, great hot or cold, and can be easily made the day before the party in a large crock pot. All you’ll need is toothpicks and…

Snickerdoodles

Cookies with plenty of cinnamon and sugar!

Hot Ranch Cheese Dip with Bacon and Olives

Made this for a tv sports event. It was a big hit. Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips, or any savory…

Bacon Cheddar Soup

Perfect for those cold days.

Tropical Beach Cake

Here is a great memory to make with any child. The complete beach cake that will make everyone smile. My seven year old niece and I made a beautiful…

Dessert Pie Crust

This dough has a touch of sugar, so I use it for 9" dessert pies.