Fun and Easy Father's Day Recipes: Breakfast and Lunch

Start Father's Day off right with a big, delicious breakfast. The aromas wafting from the kitchen will rouse him from his slumber in no time!

The Meal: Chocolate Chip or Blueberry Flax Pancakes with a Fruit Compote and Warm Maple Syrup. Serve with a cold glass of orange juice.

Parent Prep: For the recipe below, the parent or a teenager should do the actual cooking of the pancakes.

Kid Prep: Kids can get really involved in this recipe by helping mix together all the ingredients and topping the pancakes with fruit and maple syrup.

Chances are, Dad might be spending the day watching a big sports game on TV. Serve him a classic homemade cheeseburger and fries so he can enjoy the game to its fullest.

The Meal: Bobby Flay's Double Cheddar Cheese Hamburger with grilled onions and horseradish mustard. Serve with a side of garlic fries and an ice cold beverage or strawberry milkshake. 

Parent Prep: The actual cooking of the burger and fries should be done by a parent or older teen.

Kid Prep: Kids will love mashing up the burger meat, creating patties, and putting together the final product. They can also make the strawberry milkshake!