When we were discussing what recipes we wanted to share with everyone this Thanksgiving and we settled on some of our family classics. A regular at our Thanksgiving dinner is this Quick & Easy Green Bean Casserole. Frankly I don’t remember when or from whom we first received the recipe. Maybe it was my Mom […]
Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed: Breakfast Pizza
April 26, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Liz isn’t the most patient person, Oops! The cat’s out of the bag. But let me explain. She normally is very patient with the boys and I, except when it comes to special occasions, like Mother’s Day. In our house when you there is a holiday as soon as you get out of bed in the […]
Meatball Stroganoff Recipe
April 18, 2022 by 1 Comment
If Meatball Stroganoff is not on your list of comfort foods you don’t know what you could be missing. I’m a big fan of creamy sauces and the full bodied flavors they lend to foods and while you can easily substitute store bought ingredients in this recipe to reduce the work, a little pre-planning on […]
Easy Taco Bake Recipe
April 16, 2022 by 2 Comments
Every week there seems to be one day that time seems to slip by like sand in an hourglass, the days of our lives. Yeah sometimes it is a soap opera. It’s good to have a recipe that is simple to throw together at the last minute, that’s when this Easy Taco Bake would come […]
Slow Cooker Jambalaya Recipe
April 15, 2022 by 2 Comments
Hot Jambalaya! Hot Jambalaya! The best thing about creating recipes for the family in your own kitchen is that occasionally moments come along that make you realize that all the hard work is worth it. This Slow Cooker Jambalaya recipe I adapted from Hunt’s is just the latest moment. And the best thing about this is that […]
Asian Pineapple Chicken and Weekly Menu Plan
April 14, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Happy Monday my friends! As our Summer is quickly slipping away, and visions of Back to School enter our thoughts, quick and easy weeknight dinners are top on the list. And using your Slow Cooker is a great way to get that job done. This Asian Pineapple Chicken is sure to be a hit with […]
Grilled Lemon Garlic Shrimp: Food on a Stick
April 10, 2022 by 2 Comments
If you love seafood, or love Red Lobster’s Shrimp Scampi, you will love this Grilled Lemon Garlic Shrimp! You don’t typically think of shrimp when you are planning your budget friendly meal, but actually most seafood including shrimp is a good frugal option. You can find the Shrimp for this delicious treat for under $7.00 […]
NuWave Air Fryer Review: A Healthy Alternative to Other Frying Methods
September 28, 2021 by Leave a Comment
It’s no secret that America’s favorite food is anything battered and deep-fried. But, as delicious as fried foods are, they are loaded with unhealthy fats that can clog your arteries and hurt your overall health. Fortunately, you can get the same deep-fried flavor without the guilt with an air fryer. Products like the NuWave air […]
5 of the Best Asparagus Recipes for Frugal Home Cooks
September 20, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Asparagus is a simple yet delightful treat that is pleasing to many palettes. Picky kids will even eat it! It’s super easy and quick to make, and there are many asparagus recipes to try out. Not only that, but it’s also an affordable vegetable option that is in its peak season, starting near the end […]
Create Your Own Poppy Seed Chicken
September 13, 2021 by Leave a Comment
While poppy seed chicken may not be a well known dish, it should definitely be on your “must try” list! This , casserole features chicken and poppy seeds with an assortment of cheeses or spices and is a welcome change from the same old chicken dish. Casseroles sound old-fashioned, like something people ate in the […]