Growing up I never was one for beans, sure I loved green beans and Campbell’s bean with bacon soup. But as hard as my parents tried they never were able to get me to eat a meal that was comprised of beans. It took many years and the coaxing of a former co-worker to find […]
Mini Penne with Cherry Tomatoes
April 20, 2022 by 3 Comments
Pasta dishes don’t always have to be weighed down with a heavy sauce, especially during the summer. And summer is a great time to plan a lighter meal and this Mini Penne with Cherry Tomatoes is perfect. Pasta is one of our family’s favorite meal, whether it’s the main course or paired with meat or […]
Herb Garlic Bread: Potluck Tagalong
April 18, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Well it’s official, summer’s winding down. The kid’s are back in school, football is back and sadly the days are becoming noticeably shorter every passing day. You’ve got one last barbecue blast to go to but you’ve taken every potluck recipe you can think of this past summer. Well here’s an easy tagalong that will […]
Deviled Egg Salad and Weekly Menu Plan
April 16, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Happy Monday my friends! Here we are again, kicking off another great week! Summer is winding down for us, as school starts tomorrow. We are still enjoying the bounties of Summer, grilling outside and the gorgeous weather. Oh and let’s not forget, the winner of the Fisher Nuts Prize Pack was Penny from Texas. At […]
Barbecue Pork Salad with Peaches Recipe
April 14, 2022 by 2 Comments
When you have a house full of men sometimes getting away from the standard meat and potato fare can be a challenge, lucky for us there is a majority that like to experiment and have some fun with our meals. This Barbecue Pork Salad with Peaches is a spin on a recipe that Liz developed; Easy Barbecue […]
Red Lobster Cheese Biscuits with Homemade Biscuit Mix
April 8, 2022 by 4 Comments
Mmm…Red Lobster! It’s my favorite restaurant ever! And the warm Cheese Biscuits…I could make a meal on them! Many, many years ago I came across this recipe in a local fair cookbook and our family has been enjoying them ever since. We wanted to share the Homemade Biscuit Mix with you, and had actually never […]
Fried Green Beans – The Healthiest Way to Eat Green Beans
March 6, 2022 by 2 Comments
Ever since Liz came home from one of her trips to Arkansas she has talked about P.F. Changs and their Fried Green Beans. All I’ve heard for the past few months is how yummy these are and how she wishes that we had one of their restaurants located by us. She found them to be […]
Garlic Rosemary Roasted Potatoes Recipe
March 1, 2022 by 5 Comments
We’re a meat and potatoes family, always on the lookout for new ways to prepare spuds. And while we love mashed potatoes with a rich gravy on our dinner table we never pass up an opportunity to try a new recipe. Especially when it’s simple and only takes minutes to prep. Add to that a […]
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 Clam Dip
May 14, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Anyone tired of using French onion dip or plain sour cream as a dip for crackers, vegetables, or potato chips can substitute homemade clam dip. Even though the many variations of homemade clam dips aren’t as popular as salsa, most people enjoy the taste once they are introduced to this Mid-Century favorite. A clam-based condiment […]