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Potato Skins
Do you have some extra potatoes around that you need to use up? Do you want a great snack that freezes well and can be popped out when your friends come over for game night? Potato skins are a fun, … Continue reading
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Tagged baked, cheese, homemade, potato, skins, sour cream
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Quick and Easy Ranch Dressing
Here is a recipe for ranch dressing/dip that has been in my collection for YEARS….and it’s a good one. You’ll never want to eat store-bought ranch again! To save time, go ahead and get out several ziploc bags and mix … Continue reading
Saving money on popcorn
By: Debbi Born Here’s another fun and easy way to save money and do things a little more naturally, but keep the convenience factor…make microwave popcorn in your own paper bags! Just buy a bag of popping corn (super-cheap and … Continue reading
Posted in Family Fun, In the Kitchen, Recipes
Tagged easy, green, natural, paper bags, popcorn, quick
Don’t Waste That Bread…Make Breadcrumbs!!!
Don’t know what to do with the ends of the bread loaf that nobody likes to eat? Do you have some bread that’s a little past it’s prime, but not moldy? Extra rolls or bagels you don’t want to waste? … Continue reading
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Tagged bread, breadcrumbs, frugal
Make Your Own Bagels (and eat them too!)
These bagels are sooooo scrumptious! They take a little work, but they are definitely worth it. I always make a double batch so I only have to go through the process once, but end up with double the delicious results. … Continue reading
Frugal Turkey Tip
This holiday, you can be thankful for frugal turkey tips! =) Today’s tip: Don’t throw away that turkey carcass!!! If you are cooking a turkey for Thanksgiving this year, get the most out of it as you possibly can. Not … Continue reading
Homemade Turkey-Sausage Patties
Homemade sausage patties are unbelievably easy to make as well as unbelievably yummy. They are also much cheaper than buying them pre-made in the store! I use an electric griddle to cook it up much quicker than in the skillet. … Continue reading
Vegetable Fritatta
Who says breakfast has to be boring? Here’s a recipe for a Vegetable Fritatta that will knock your socks off! It is overflowing with healthy veggies and tastes delicious. You can even make it the night before and it will … Continue reading
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Tagged breakfast, cook ahead, eggs, fritatta, vegetable
Cookies- Stocking up your freezer for the holidays!
The holidays can be a crazy time, but who doesn’t love fresh baked cookies, even on a super busy day? Take a little time before the holidays get here to stock up your freezer with homemade cookies and cookie dough. … Continue reading
Easy Garlic Cheddar Biscuits
These drop biscuits are simple and quick to make, but really pack a flavorful punch! If you love the ones from Red Lobster, you will definitely want to give these a try. Yum! 2 cups flour 1 Tbs. baking powder … Continue reading
Our Kroger Gift Card winner!!!!
We have randomly selected (using random.org) a winner from our recipe submission contest. Congratulations to Leigh Miller!!!!! Be sure to check out all of the wonderful recipes that were submitted! Give them a try and let us know what you … Continue reading
Win some groceries!
Now that we have gotten the site up and going strong, we are going to start working on bulking up our recipe section! Here’s where you come into play. Submit your favorite fall or winter recipe within the next week … Continue reading
Chopped Apple Cake
With Fall in full swing and apples everywhere, the question resounding is, “What in the world do I do with all of these apples?” The answer (along with may other options of course) is MAKE CAKE! Here is my favorite … Continue reading
Homemade Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
By Debbi Born Certain flavors just bring out that fun fall feeling in us. Take for instance, pumpkin. I imagine myself curled up on a window seat surrounded by cozy pillows, window open with a cool crisp breeze blowing through, … Continue reading
Crockpots- A Mother’s Best Friend!
Have you gotten out your crockpot lately? Many women find that one of the easiest ways to have a hot, fresh meal every night is to use the crockpot! It saves time during busy afternoons and you come home to … Continue reading
Spice up Your Fall With Homemade Marshmallows
Homemade Marshmallows by Debbi Born (www.myheartisathome.com) Welcome Fall! School has started and bathing suits are being put away. What’s next? Leaf piles, camping and s’mores! Do want to make your next batch of s’mores extra special? Carve out some quality … Continue reading
Baked potato Soup
We have our very first recipe submission and it sounds delicious! Thank you Teresa Pendleton! Give it a try and let us know what you think. Baked Potato Soup Ingredients List: 2/3c. margarine 2/3c. flour 7c. milk 4 large potatoes, … Continue reading
Chicken Tenders
With school starting up again soon, it’s a great time to do some extra cooking and stock up your freezer a bit. You’ll be glad you did when the first weeks of school roll around and life gets busy again! … Continue reading
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Kids Eat Free!
SUNDAY LEGEND BREWING COMPANY 321 West 7th Street, Richmond, VA 2320 Phone: 804.232.3446 Every Sunday with the purchase of an adult meal between 12:30 and 5:00, get an item from our “Fairie Tales Menu” free. There will also be balloons, … Continue reading
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Lunch box blues
Are you tired of packing the same old, same old in your kids’ lunch boxes? Looking for some new, creative, but healthy ways to brighten your child’s day when they get to the lunch room? Check out these great ideas … Continue reading
Posted in In the Kitchen, Parenting