Meghan Splawn

Our readers have spoken!

Skip the possibility of takeout.

I have a personal rule when it comes to my kids: I always say yes when they ask to help with cooking. This doesn’t mean I’m inviting them to cook every meal with me, but when they ask I always oblige. Cooking with kids sometimes that means dinner takes 10, 15, even 20 minutes longer to get on the table, but we always learn something — even if it’s just to make sure the lid is tightly sealed on the paprika.

You can never have too many of these in your weeknight roster.

Soups, smoothies, and more!

They're all classic, they're all easy, and they're our favorite Halloween treats of all time.

Kid-friendly, parent-appreciated.

Because adjusting to the back-to-school routine can be tough.

Most of them only call for one pot, one bowl, or one baking sheet.

For the pickiest eaters.

Why finger salads are the way to go.

She has very good taste, it seems.

It's the unsung hero of family dinners.

It feels fancy to our two kids, but it's easy for my husband or me to cook it.

For all your little loved ones!

Minimal cooking and cleanup, and, under the guise of snacking, your kids may eat more vegetables.

No more sprinkles on the floor or frosting everywhere.

It’s perfect for a party but doubles as a quick meal before trick-or-treating.

Want pork chops that rival a steak? You've got to know the best method for cooking those chops!

If your kids (or you!) don't like eggs, try this technique.

It's all about the marketing.

You've got this!

Something for everyone at the table!

Many of them can do double duty as either breakfast and lunch or lunch and dinner.

No frying required!

Easy, quick, and delicious. A win all around!

Spring and summertime family dinners have a new star player.

The secret ingredient will upgrade any pancake mix — even the store-bought kind.

Adding just one pantry ingredient gives you tender, browned beef.

You can actually use them for so much more.

Hear me out on this one.

Family pizza night just got way better.

Easy to make, even easier to clean up.

Proof that a skillet is your BFF.