For actor Neil Patrick Harris and his husband, chef and actor David Burtka,family dinnersare everything.

They include their kids in the cooking process.

“Now they’re older and they’re taking the reins themselves,” he says.

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So, my kids really take pride in being little chefs in our house."

They stock up on their favorites.

The couple’s East Hampton estate features a garden where Burtka grows fresh produce for his family.

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“So, I would say Pace Picante Saucemediumis my number one call.

I also love chickenquesadillas.”

They prioritize freshness.

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As far ashealthy eatinggoes, Burtka emphasizes the importance of sourcing high-quality, fresh ingredients.

“Know where your meat’s coming from.

Know that you’re getting it from a good source.

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Line-caught fish is always better than fish that’s being caught in big giant nets.”

They keep a clean kitchen.

Burtka’s go-to tip for those looking tohone their culinary skillsis staying organized.

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before you jump in cooking, he recommends having all of your ingredients measured out and ready.

“Those are some of the techniques that I tell people if they’re starting out.”