Cook at your own pace and use the time to wind down, relax and reflect on the day's events. Cooking is a wonderfully creative act. Use colours, textures and flavours that will stimulate and satisfy all of your senses. It's hard to be creative in the kitchen with bored kids in tow. Invest in a children's cookery book and give them an engaging project to do.
Fussy eaters can be a challenge.
If vegetables are a no-no, disguise them. Chop them finely and add them to curry, casserole, lasagne or chilli. Eating healthily opens the door to other ways of cooking. Make your meals special. Whether you're dining alone or with family, extra touches like using your favourite crockery, lighting candles, or putting some background music on will make all the difference.