Rookies Cooking: Class Four February 20, 2025
Please be prepared with your assignment:
| NAME | ASSIGNMENT |
| John | Choose and lead song |
| Joshua | Prayer |
| Melody | Scripture/Thought |
| Orson | Pledge of Allegiance |
| Brytt | Joke of the Day |
| Conrad | Lead Memorization |
| Jacob | Show and Tell |
| James | Treasurer |
| Jayne | Snack |
A Few Reminders:
- Practice your shuffle dance.
- Keep reading Encyclopedia Brown Boy Detective.
- Remember to bring your library books back.
- This week we will practice the poem “If You Were Busy Being Kind”:
POEM: If You Were Busy Being Kind
by R. Foreman
If you were busy being kind,
Before you knew it you would find
You’d soon forget to think ’twas true
That someone was unkind to you.
If you were busy being glad
And cheering people who seem sad,
Although your heart might ache a bit,
You’d soon forget to notice it.
If you were busy being good,
And doing just the best you could,
You’d not have time to blame some man
Who’s doing just the best he can.
(ROOKIES: ADD THIS STANZA for February 20)
If you were busy being true
To what you know you ought to do,
You’d be so busy you’d forget
The blunders of the folks you’ve met.
WELCOME BACK TO ROOKIES COOKING CLASS!
I hope you are ready to explore new seasonal foods together!
Cooking is all about discovering new flavors and making cozy memories. So grab your apron, and let’s get started!
STORY TIME!
This week, we’ll enjoy a book about how to enjoy wintertime or any time!
WHAT IS HYGGE? – Denmark is the happiest country in the world. How do they do it? Hygge What is Hygge, and how can we find happiness with hygge? Hygge for kids helps explain how to celebrate life’s simple pleasures.
Here is the story: https://youtu.be/H03FQwb4_f4?feature=shared
LEVEL ONE: TRY SOMETHING NEW!
Pick one new fruit, vegetable, or herb from the list below to try this week. Keep track of what you think about it!
Seasonal Foods in February
Root Vegetables:
* Beets
* Carrots
* Parsnips
* Turnips
Leafy Greens:
* Kale
* Spinach
* Chard
Brassicas:
* Broccoli
* Cauliflower
* Cabbage
Winter Squash:
* Butternut, Acorn Squash
Fruits:
* Apples
* Pears
* Citrus (oranges, mandarins, grapefruits)
Herbs:
* Garlic
* Thyme
* Rosemary
LEVEL TWO: COOK SOMETHING DELICIOUS!
Choose a new food from your list and use it in a recipe! It can be the same food you tried or a different one.
Here are some ideas:
Warm & Cozy Snacks
- Baked Apples – Soft, cinnamon-spiced apples make a perfect winter treat.
- Kale Chips – A crispy, healthy snack that’s fun to make.
- Roasted Carrots – Sweet and caramelized with a savory twist.
Winter Salads & Sides
- Roasted Veggie Bowl – Try roasting squash, carrots, or beets and adding them to a warm grain salad.
- Citrus & Spinach Salad – A bright, refreshing salad with seasonal fruit.
Hearty Hygge Foods
- Baked Oatmeal – Warm, comforting, and perfect for a cozy breakfast.
- Homemade Herbal Tea – Brew thyme, rosemary, or another seasonal herb for a soothing drink.
Find a recipe or ask your parent for help creating your own! After making it, share what you liked about it and how your family enjoyed it.
LEVEL THREE: SPROUT SOMETHING GREEN!
Grow Your Own Alfalfa Sprouts
In winter, it’s too cold to grow greens outside—but you can grow them right in your own kitchen! Your challenge this week is to sprout alfalfa seeds at home.
Why? Because fresh greens are important for health, and growing sprouts is a simple, fun way to have something fresh all year round.
HOW TO DO IT:
1. Rinse alfalfa seeds and soak them overnight.
2. Drain and place them in a jar with a breathable cover (like cheesecloth), or use the plastic canvas circle in the sprouting kit I gave your mom.
3. Rinse them twice daily, and watch them grow!
4. In about 5 days, you’ll have fresh, crunchy sprouts ready to eat.
Eat them in a sandwich, salad, or just on their own!
LEVEL FOUR: CREATE A COZY HYGGE EXPERIENCE
Hygge is all about warmth, comfort, and enjoying simple moments. This week, make your food experience extra special by creating a cozy space!
Ideas to try: (GET PERMISSION FROM A PARENT FIRST!!!)
* Drink a warm cup of herbal tea or hot cocoa while reading your favorite book.
* Light a candle and enjoy your meal with soft lighting.
* Make a “hygge corner” with blankets and pillows where you can sit and relax.
* Listen to calming music while you cook or eat.
BONUS ACTIVITY: CLASS COOKBOOK!
We are making a ROOKIES COOKBOOK filled with our favorite seasonal recipes!
(Moms, please email or text this to me. Please send the text copy and pasted, or a link to google docs, or a weblink. PLEASE no screenshots, I cannot format those.)
What to do:
1. Try or create a new recipe this week.
2. Write it down and bring a copy to class.
3. If you love to draw, add an illustration to go with your recipe!
HAVE FUN THIS WEEK!
Let me know how your food adventure goes, and I can’t wait to hear about what you tried!
Traci
P.S. Here’s your CHECKLIST for this week! (Not updated yet. . . Check back.)
