With plenty of opportunities for luncheons and brunches coming up, don't overlook the chance to make an easy quiche. It's also a simple and frugal, last-minute supper to pull together. Especially if you already have store-bought, frozen pie shells on hand. The secret to its good taste is the pepper jack cheese. Plus, it's my grandmother's recipe, so you know it's extra … [Read more...]
Sharon’s Bacon and Egg Wraps
A great weekend breakfast, or for one of those weekdays when you don't have to rush out to school, playdate or appointments! And would make a great "brinner" too! Ingredients Jennie O fully cooked Turkey Bacon (half of a 12 oz. pkg.) $1.40 Ortega flour tortillas (10 pk.) $1.99 1 dozen eggs $1.69 3 pounds of potatoes $1.40 Shredded cheddar cheese (8 oz) … [Read more...]
Spaghetti Frittata
Do you ever end up with just a couple handfuls of spaghetti noodles?! And you don't know what to do with them?! Several weeks ago the boys had MRIs. It happens every year. This year, they asked if I thought Ryan could do the MRI without sedation. He would have the chance to watch a movie through the "magic googles" and would get to wear heavy headphones to both hear the … [Read more...]
Spicy Mexican Omelet
I'm often asked during news interviews and radio interviews..."Is this really possible to do this $5 Dinners thing?" And my typical reply is... "Of course, a key part of this whole frugal cooking business is being creative with the ingredients that you get on sale, or even discounted, from the grocery store. If you score a fabulous deal on butternut squash and you don't know … [Read more...]
Lemon Poppyseed Muffins with Strawberries
Ask and you shall receive. Lemon Poppyseed Muffins with Strawberries The strawberries really level up these tasty muffins! 1 cup sugar1/2 cup butter or margarine (I used a dairy free margarine)1 Tbsp vanilla4 eggs1 cup milk (I used almond)Juice from 1 lemon1 tsp lemon zest2 1/4 cups flour1 tsp baking soda3/4 tsp baking powder3 Tbsp poppyseeds2 cups fresh … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day “Green” Smoothies
When it comes to making smoothies at our house, I like to make them as "raw" as possible. I find great comfort in knowing that I can get a glassful of nutrients that is filled with deliciousness! This particular "green smoothie," has 2 green ingredients...kale and kiwi. The kale cannot be tasted at all. The kiwi gives it a nice little zing. And the kids are sure to slurp … [Read more...]
Gluten Free Oat Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins
Here's a simple Gluten Free breakfast muffin for you...with a little chocolate-y surprise! They call for brown rice flour, and GF certified oats...both of which I had stashed on the gluten free shelf in my pantry. Stir in a few chocolate chips (here are my favorite allergy free chocolate chips), and you've got a lovely breakfast. When it comes to baking muffins or loaves … [Read more...]
Quiche Biscuit Cups
I'm in love. I'm not sure I'll ever go back to regular muffins. I kid...but seriously, these were absolutely scrumptious!!! Duffy sent this recipe to me and I knew I had to try it and share it you all for breakfast week! Before we get to the nitty gritty, here are some other "drop-ins"... For Meat: Sausage, Ham or Chicken - cooked For Veggies: Broccoli, … [Read more...]
What to Make When Eggs are on Sale
It's time for another version of "what to make when." When it comes to eggs, I regularly see them on sale for $1 a dozen...and sometimes even $.88 a dozen! I do buy some eggs from the store, but for the most part we get farm fresh eggs from our friends from church who raise chickens. A couple of ideas for you, for when you snag an extra dozen or two in a great … [Read more...]
Oatmeal – 5 Ways
Oatmeal is a quick simple breakfast. Warm on the tummy, keeps you feeling nice and full all morning long, plus it's helpful to the cholesterol levels too! I know for me personally...if I'm going to eat (and enjoy) oatmeal, it has to be heavily "flavorized." And by "flavorized," I mean it has to have enough sweetness and flavor from some other ingredient to make it … [Read more...]