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UNLEASH THE MAGIC OF READING Let’s Celebrate Children’s Book Day In the words of Dr. Seuss, “You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a book.” On April 2, we celebrate Children’s Book Day. If you have children, little cousins, nieces, nephews, or grandchildren, or if you can recall your childhood, you’ll know that books play such an essential and monumental role in the lives of young minds. Books are magic.
ONE-PAN CHICKEN AND MUSHROOMS WITH EGG NOODLES
Inspired by MarthaStewart.com
Here in our household, Finn and Harlow adore reading and the many places they
Ingredients
• 3 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts, halved
can explore without ever having to leave
• Salt and ground pepper • 3 tbsp butter, divided
the house! At the top of their list is a book by B.J. Novak, “The Book With No Pictures.” This original concept is a cute and fun book — they really get a kick out of it, especially if
• 8 oz button mushrooms, trimmed • 8 oz shallots, peeled and halved
• 3 cups chicken broth • 1/2 cup heavy cream • 8 oz egg noodles • 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
you read it dramatically. The best part is that silly lines like “My only friend in the whole wide world is a hippo named Boo-Boo Butt”
Directions
1. In a large pan over medium heat, cook bacon until browned, 7–9 minutes. Remove from heat, discard fat, and set aside. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Return pan to medium- high heat and melt 2 tbsp butter. Add chicken, skin-side down. Cook, turning a few times, for 10–12 minutes until browned. Transfer to a plate. 2. Place remaining 1 tbsp butter in pan to melt. Add mushrooms and shallots; cook 8–10 minutes. Add broth and cream; bring to a boil. Stir in noodles. 3. Add chicken (skin-side up), cover pan, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring once halfway through. Cook about 10–12 minutes. 4. Uncover and simmer until thickened. Stir in dill and top with bacon. Serve and enjoy!
get the whole family laughing.
They absolutely love having Daddy read it to them at least once a week — it unleashes the giggles and is the perfect time for bonding. Reading to and with children is so important because it allows their imagination to run wild while absorbing new information and learning new ways to navigate our world. Reading teaches our youth how to communicate while developing listening and language skills. Studies have even proven that cognitive skills are developed through children reading at an early age. In honor of Children’s Book Day, how will you celebrate? What books were your favorites in the past? Now is the time to share those with your children, your friend’s kids, or your grandchildren! Reading is knowledge, and knowledge is power!
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