The economic downturn has caused a number of children to become more acquainted with their kitchens as parents take on extra work, it has been revealed. According to a study by the egg company British Lion, 14 per cent of kids cook their own meal two nights a week, the Daily Mail reports. A spokesperson for the organisation said Theres an increasing necessity for children to cook their own meals and this has encouraged them to brush up their kitchen skills.Furthermore, an growing number of children are taking a larger share of the chores - which could include cleaning and tidying away kitchen sink accessories - as their mothers and fathers spend more time at the office. Food favourites include easy-to-make dishes such as omelettes, beans on toast and boiled eggs. Those looking to make cooking in the kitchen more convenient could use a Franke food waste disposer, which is designed to shred leftovers into pieces that are easily disposed of.