I had to make a little change in the menu plan! I intended on making an Italian Sausage Ziti I similar to my friend Carrie's. What we ended up with was a "cheesy" Ziti. Was craving cheese and pasta! So that's what we'll have! Cheesy Ziti with Glazed Carrots A yummy pasta dish, loaded with cheese! 1 lb Ziti noodles1 lb ground Italian … [Read more...]
Spaghetti
A kid favorite! I was recently asked how the boys were liking all these fun and different meals! They do a good job I'd say! My little guy will eat just about anything. Although you wouldn't know it because he's a skinny little guy (inherited his daddy's metabolism!). My big guy is a little more finicky, but he'll try most things. So I thought I'd go back to one of their … [Read more...]
Asian Chicken Wraps with Steamed Snap Peas
Asian Chicken Wraps with Steamed Snap Peas So fresh and full of flavor! 4 burrito size flour tortillas3 chicken breastsTeriyaki Sauce or Marinade1-2 Tbsp tahini1/4 cup peanuts, finely chopped1/2 bag baby carrotsHandful romaine lettuce 1 bag Snap peas Combine teriyaki sauce/marinade with tahini.In skillet, add sauce mixture and chicken. Saute … [Read more...]
Beef Roast with Potatoes, Butternut Squash
This recipe can now be found exclusively in The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook. … [Read more...]
Homemade Pepperoni Pizza
I have a great 14" baking stone that makes the perfect amount of pizza for us! Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Learn how to make the best homemade pepperoni pizza 1 cup water2 tbsp olive oil3 cups flour 1 packet yeast 1 tsp salt1 Tbsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp sugar8 oz. jar pizza sauce 30 pepperoni2 cups shredded mozzarella or pizza cheese 4 whole carrots … [Read more...]
Pizza Boats
Pizza Boats are such a fun and easy dinner for busy weeknights! It's a boat. It's a pizza. It's a PIZZA BOAT! These are very kid friendly, and easy to customize individual servings with preferences or dietary needs. Pizza Boats So fun! So easy! Hamburger Buns or Rolls1/3 jar of Pizza Sauce Pepperonis 2 cups Mozzarella CheeseFruit or Carrot … [Read more...]