Podcast Episode
Build Confident Kids Through Family Cooking and Creative Recipes
The Real Family Eats: Dishing on real parenting struggles and favorite recipes·Reesa Morala, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist·23 December 2025·58 min

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On this episode of The Real Family Eats, Reesa sits down with Lace, founder of Tech and Taste, to talk all things family cooking, resilience, and empowering kids in the kitchen. Get ready for practical advice, honest stories, and a killer air fryer burger recipe.
Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
How Lace’s "Lacey’s Banging Air Fryer Burgers" are the easy, flavorful answer to bland homemade burgers
Lace’s journey from the UK to Colombia, overcoming unexpected setbacks and parenting challenges abroad
The importance of getting kids involved in the kitchen early to build confidence and life skills
Tips for picky eaters and strategies to make family meals less stressful for everyone
The story behind Tech and Taste and The Flavor Room and how food, business, and community come together
Don’t miss out on the recipes, real talk, and inspiration for your family mealtimes!
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Air Fryer Burgers with Hand-Cut Seasoned Chips and Crunchy Slaw
Ingredients
For the Burger Patties:
500g mince beef (makes 2 adult burgers and 1 baby burger - adjust for your family's needs)
2 cloves garlic, diced or crushed
1 small white onion, diced
1 Tbsp ghee for frying
Sea salt and black pepper for seasoning
For the Hand-Cut Chips:
1 large potato or 2 medium potatoes
Garlic powder
Smoked paprika
Sea salt
Black pepper
Oil (just a smidge)
For the Burger Station:
Brioche buns (1 per burger)
Red onion, cut into rings
Shredded iceberg lettuce or rocket
Ripe avocado for mashing
Beef tomato, sliced
Cheese slices (smoked German cheese recommended)
Chipotle sauce (or ketchup for kids)
For the Crunchy Slaw:
2 medium carrots, grated
White cabbage, shredded
White onion, sliced
Mayonnaise
Black pepper
Find the full recipe at: https://www.embracerenewaltherapy.com/real-family-eats/v/parenting-tip-for-confident-kids
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Host: Reesa Morala, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Reesa is a parenting specialist with a niche in supporting couples. Find Reesa hosting couples and parenting workshops nationwide!
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