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Middle Eastern Food School Ideas for Kids

By Saad Fayed, About.com

Question: Middle Eastern Food School Ideas for Kids

“My son has been learning about different Middle Eastern countries in school and for a project, his teacher has asked him to bring in a food that is popular in the Middle East. Do you have an suggestions on a simple, healthy dish that is easy to make and would appeal to kid’s taste buds?”

Answer: I hope your son is enjoying learning about the different countries of the Middle East, and I must say, this is a great project your son’s teacher has planned for her students!

I have a great idea for a dish that is simple, healthy and one that your son’s classmates will be sure to love - peanut butter hummus! Hummus is a classic dish of the Middle East and the peanut butter variation makes this a kid’s favorite!

This is a dish that can be prepared in a few minutes the night before your son’s presentation. It requires only a handful of ingredients and is made entirely in a food processor. You can get your son involved by having him add the ingredients together and watching as they form a dip consistency. To make this dish even more enjoyable, cut up some carrots and celery and send in some pita bread for the kids to dip into the hummus.

Since this recipe is so easy and contains only a few ingredients, your son will be able to tell his classmates what is in the hummus and how it is prepared. I hope this helps your son and his classmates learn more about Middle Eastern culture by experiencing an authentic Middle Eastern food!
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