Walk in any authentic French bakery and you will find the chausson aux pommes right next to the croissants. With this easy recipe, you can enjoy this little piece of France in your home or your lunch box.

Ingredients:

To make 4-5 little turnovers:

• Puff pastry

• Apples (2)

• Vanilla (1/1 teaspoon)

• Sugar (1 tablespoon)

• Four (2 tablespoons)

• Egg (1)

Accessories: 

1 small pan, 1 large glass, 1 knife (a rolling knife works great)* , 1 fork, 1 spon, 1 baking sheet, 1 spoon, 1 brush.

Make it:

STEPS		KID-FRIENDLY
1	Preheat oven to 400F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.	Grease the baking sheet.
2	Wash and cut 2 apples, removing the core.	Wash the apples.
3	Place the apple pieces in a pan over medium heat.
4	Add the vanilla, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of water.	Add the vanilla, sugar and water.
5	Cover for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary to avoid sticking to the pan.	Stir.
6	Meanwhile, sprinkle flour on a flat surface before layig the puff pastry sheet.	Sprink flour on a flat surface.
7	Use the glass and knike to trace 4-5 round shapes.	Trace 4-5 round shapes with the glass.
8	When the apples have finished cooking (12 minutes), use a fork to mask them gently.	Mash the apples.
9	Crack the egg in a small bowl and use the brush to trace around each puff pastry disk with the egg wash.	Use the brush to trace around each puff pastry disk with the egg wash.
10	Scoop the apple mash in the center of each puff pastry disk.	Scoop the apple mash in the center of each puff pastry disk.
11	Fold the disks in half, making sure to seal the edges.
12	Brush egg wash on the entire surface.	Brush egg wash on the entire surface.
13	Use the fork to make markings on the surface.	Use the fork to make markings on the surface.
14	Bake for 15 minutes.
15	Turn the pastries over and put them for another 10 minutes, reducig the heat to 350F.
16	Remove from the oven and let cool. Enjoy!

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Give your home a nice Fall touch with this easy apple candle.

What you need:

• 1 apple
• 1 small candle
• 1 knife 

Put it together:

With the knife, make a small hole at the top of the apple. Insert the candle inside the apple. Light up immediately or keep for up to one week.

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Why grapes are good for kids:

Grapes are an excellent source of energy for kids because they are rich in natural sugars (glucose and fructose). They are also full of water, carrying, vitamins C and B, as well as plenty of minerals. With their high water and potassium content, grapes help remove toxins from the body through better urine flow, which make them a great ally for our kids' kidneys. 

When and where to find grapes:

Grapes are synonymous with Fall with the prime season spanning from August to November. Different regions produce different varieties of grapes. No surprise, California is one of the main sources of grapes in the United States but other major grape-growing regions include  Washington, Oregon, New York, Pennsylvania, and Michigan.

How to choose the best grapes:

For the freshest and juiciest grapes, look for grapes that are firm and plump. The stem should be flexible (not brittle).

Grape ideas: 

- Frozen treat: Pop a few grapes in your freezer for a few hours for a nice frozen treat.

- Savory snack: Serve grapes for happy hours by rolling them into goat cheese and layering some nuts. 

Did you know...

 Salicylate, which is naturally present in grapes, is one of the main chemical components of aspirin. So, if you are allergic to aspirin, ask your doctor how grapes consumption might affect you.

This mask was inspired by Lush’s Cosmetic Warrior face mask, which uses grapes for their ability to moisturize and thoroughly cleanse skin. The glycerin and honey help prevent dry skin and give it a nice glow.

What you need:

Makes 2 face masks:

• 7 grapes
• Glycerin (½ teaspoon)*
• Flax seeds (1 teaspoon)
• Honey (½ teaspoon)

Combine all the ingredients in the blender and let rest for a few minutes for the flax seeds to expand.

Apply:

After combining the ingredients, apply the mixture to your face for 5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a towel. Your face will be sof and refreshed!

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Grapes are a September favorite! And it does not get easier than dipping your green grapes into white chocolate for a yummy snack to carry around. You can make this snack in a matter of minutes. Make the night before school and let it rest overnight. Just add it to your lunch box in the morning for a nice little treat.

Ingredients:

• Grapes
• White chocolate

Accessories:

Small pan, parchment paper*

Make it:

Melt the white chocolate on low heat for a couple minutes. After rinsing the grapes, just cover them (partially or totally) in white chocolate. Now just let rest in the fridge for a couple of hours or more. Enjoy!

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Peaches are a natural moisturizer. To prepare this very easy scrub, use your ripe or bruised peaches and combine brown sugar to smooth out the skin for beach ready legs.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 1 ripe peach (no need to peel it)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Cut the peaches in small dice. Mash the peaches into a small bowl. Mix in the olive oil and brown sugar.

APPLY:

Apply the scrub to your legs and massage gently in circular motions. Let sit for a minute and rinse off in the shower or the bath.

The cinnamon sugar sprinkle enhances the soft peach flavor for a satisfying summer treat.

INGREDIENTS:

To make a doze cookies:

• Peaches (3)
• Eggs (2)
• All purpose flour (2 cups)
• Vanilla yogurt non-fat, low-fat or full-fat (1/3 cup)
• Butter at room temperature (3/8 cup)
• Sugar (1/4 cup + 1/4 cup for sprinkling)
• Baking powder (1/2 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon)

ACCESSORIES:

1 cookie sheet, 1 large mixing bowl, 1 small mixing bowl, 1 whisk, 1 fork, 1 tablespoon, measuring teaspoon.

MAKE IT:

STEPS		KID-FRIENDLY
1	Preheat oven to 375F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.	Grease the baking sheet.
2	Wash and cut the 3 peaches.	Wash the peaches.
3	In the bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, nutmeg, and baking powder.	Whisk all the dry ingredients.
4	Work in the butter using your fingers or a fork.	Work in the butter using your fingers or a fork.
5	Add the eggs and yogurt. Stir.	Add the eggs and yogurt. Stir.
6	Add the peaches, stirring until everything is combined.	Add the peaches, stirring until everything is combined.
7	Scoop the dough onto the cookie sheet using a tablespoon. Each cookie should be about 2 tablespoons and be 1 inch apart.	Scoop the dough onto the baking sheet.
8	In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and 1/4 cup of sugar.	In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and 1/4 cup of sugar.
9	Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar onto the cookies.	Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar onto the cookies.
10	Place in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until they are golden brown.
11	Let cool for a few minutes and serve!

Cantaloupes are everywhere this summer and, while delicious by themselves, thay are also an unexpected healthy addition to classic desserts.

This homemade cantaloupe jam pairs great crepes. For a twist on traditional crepes, make several crepes at once and mount them into a cake with layers of the nutritious cantaloupe jam.

INGREDIENTS:

• Cantaloupe (1 full cantaloupe)
• Honey (drizzle)
• Flour (2 cups)
• Eggs (4)
• Milk (2 cups)
• Butter (1 tablespoon)
• Salt (one pinch)

ACCESSORIES:

One frying pan, one mixing bowl, one sauce pan, one spatula, one omelette turner, one hand blender.

MAKE IT:

STEPS		KID-FRIENDLY
1	Make the crepe dough: mix the flour, eggs, milk, butter and salt and let sit.	Mix the flour, eggs, milk, buttr and salt.
2	Heat a sauce pan with 2 tablespoons of water.
3	Cut the cantaloupe in 1 inch cubes (removing the rind).
4	Add the cantaloupe cubes to the sauce pan.	Add the cantaloupe cubes to the sauce pan.
5	Stir for 8 minutes on medium heat or until the cantaloupe softens.
6	Blend with hand blender for one minute.	Blend with hand blender for one minute.
7	Add a drizzle of honey and remove the cataloupe jam from the heat.	Add a drizzle of honey.
8	Heat the frying pan and grease the surface.
9	Pour the crepe dough to cover the entire surface of the frying pan with a very thin layer.
10	Wait 1-2 minute until the bottom is golden and flip the crepe with the omelette turner.	Flip the crepe.
11	Wait 1 minute or until the other side becomes golden and set aside on a plate.
12	Cover the entire surface of the cantaloupe jam.	Cover the entire surface of the cantaloupe jam.
13	Repeat, making 3 more crepes an layering them on top of each other with jam in between.
14	The cake is ready to serve!

Why cantaloupes are good for kids:

Cantaloupes are 90% water so they are a perfect sweet but refreshing snack to serve to your kids. With just one cup of cantaloupe, your children will get all of their daily needs of Vitamins A and C.

 When and where to find cantaloupes:

June to August is the best time to buy cantaloupes. Cantaloupes grown in hot and dry climates so, not surprisingly, California is a main producer in the United States. Most markets and grocery stores carry cantaloupes in the summer.

 How to choose the best cantaloupes:

Let the smell guide you. Pick up a beige looking cantaloupe (avoid ones that look too green) and hold it to your nose. You should get a sweet, slightly musky fragrance from a ripe cantaloupe. If your cantaloupe is not quite ripe yet, just let it sit at room temperature for a couple of days.

 Serving tip:

In France, it’s very common to serve cantaloupe with a thin slice of prosciutto for appetizer at a summer table.

Cantaloupe is also a great fruit to end the meal. Just cut slices of cantaloupe and eat the fruit as you would eat corn on the cob or run a knife just above the rind, diving the flesh into chunks for less messy results.

Just like watermelon, cantaloupe can serve as a bowl for a fruit salad. Carve the flesh and use a small ice cream scoop to form little balls. Add berries and you get a vibrant fruit salad.

This easy and delicious stawberry lip balm smells as sweet as it tastes and will keep your lips moisturized.

What you need:

• 1 strawberry
• 1 tablespoon of cocoa butter (we used Rise'N Shine Cocoa Butter*)

Grate the strawberry into a low heat pan and add one tablespoon of cocoa butter. Stir for 3 minutes. Pour into a small container (we used Beuaticom small jars). Store in the fridge.

Apply:

Dab a little of the strawberry cocoa butter on your lips to moisturize them. Place the jar back in the fridge to keep for a week.

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