If your kids think that milk, butter and cheese come from the grocery store shelves, it’s time to open their eyes to everything dairy farm. Recently, Red Tricycle Seattle writer, Helen did just that. She went on a WA Dairy tour to learn how dairy products are made. Not only did she get to visit with some happy cows, but Helen also learned that Washington state produces some of the highest-quality dairy products around (bonus: all of the milk is rbST free). So, the next time you’re at the grocery store take the opportunity to educate your kids about where their food comes from and then whip up one of these dairy-friendly recipes. Flip through the gallery to get inspired.

Homemade Ice Cream

Making your own ice cream is super easy and can be a really exciting activity to do with the kids. We've got the scoop on an easy way to make this delicious treat at home with no special appliances required.

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup milk or half & half (will make about 1 scoop of ice cream)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
6 tablespoons rock salt
1 pint-size plastic food storage bag (e.g., Ziploc)
1 gallon-size plastic food storage bag
Ice cubes

Method:

1. Fill the large bag half full of ice, and add the rock salt.

2. Seal the bag.

3. Put milk, vanilla, and sugar into the small bag, and seal it.

4. Place the small bag inside the large one, and seal it again carefully.

5. Shake until the mixture is ice cream, which takes about 5 minutes.

6. Wipe off the top of the small bag, then open it carefully.

Insider Tips:

A 1/2 cup milk will make about 1 scoop of ice cream, so double the recipe if you want more. But don’t increase the proportions more than that — a large amount might be too big for kids to pick-up because the ice itself is heavy.

Recipe courtesy of Yuumii; photo: gordonramsaysubmissions via flickr

FUN FACT: A glass of milk contains 9 essential nutrients and there are 8 grams of protein in one 8 oz glass of 2 percent milk.

What is your favorite dairy-friendly dessert? Which recipe will you make Tell us in the Comments below.

The Washington Dairy Products Commission celebrates the contribution of local dairy farm families. By producing wholesome and nutritious dairy products and caring for their cows and land, local dairy farm families are a key ingredient to making the northwest a great place to live. Learn more at akeyingredient.com.

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