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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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
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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
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
Kelly’s Honey Granola
Submitted by Leigh Miller Kelly’s Honey Granola Ingredients List: 2 c rolled oats 1/4 c light brown sugar 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 c raisins 1/3 c slivered almonds 4 Tbs. butter 1/4 c honey Directions/Method: *I also like to … Continue reading
Eggless Pumpkin Pie
Submitted by Leigh Miller Eggless Pumpkin Pie Ingredients List: 2 cups canned pumpkin 3/4 cup brown sugar , firmly packed 1 1/2 cup water 6 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch 1 tsp allspice 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/2 tsp … Continue reading
Black Bean ‘n’ Pumpkin Chili Recipe
Submitted by Leigh Miller Black Bean ‘n’ Pumpkin Chili Recipe Ingredients List: 1 medium onion , chopped 1 medium sweet yellow pepper , chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 garlic cloves , minced 3 cups Chicken Broth 2 cans (15 … Continue reading
Pumpkin Banana Bread
Submitted by Leigh Miller Pumpkin Banana Bread Ingredients List: 3/4 cup unbleached all purpose flour 1/2 cup white whole wheat flour 3/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cloves* 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg* 3 … Continue reading
Hot Chicken Salad Casserole
Submitted by Angie Grant Hot Chicken Salad Casserole Ingredients List: 2 cans cream of chicken Soup 1 1/2 cups mayonnnaise 1 TBS prepared mustard 1 TBS Worcetershire Sauce One 10 oz bag of potato chips crushed 1/2 cup slivered almonds … Continue reading
Pumpkin Bars
Submitted by Angie Grant Pumpkin Bars Ingredients List: 4 eggs 1 2/3 cup sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 15 oz. can pumpkin 2 cups sifted all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 1 … Continue reading
Chicken Pepakash
Submitted By Teresa Pendleton Chicken Pepakash Ingredients List: 1/2c. butter 1/2 onion (chopped) small green pepper (chopped) 1 large can of diced tomatoes 1 small can of tomato sauce 1 tsp. paprika 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1c. light … Continue reading
BEST EVER Apple Crisp
Submitted by Leigh Miller BEST EVER Apple Crisp Ingredients List: 2 cups flour Half tsp. nutmeg 2 cups quick-cook oats 1 and a half cups brown sugar … Continue reading
Stuffed Shells
Submitted by Melissa Williamson Stuffed Shells Ingredients List: I box large shells 1 jar spaghetti sauce 1 bag sh.cheese 2 sm.container of ricotta 1 egg Italian seasoning salt pepper parm cheese Directions/Method: This is a recipe I have used many … Continue reading
Italian Spinach Meatballs
Submitted by Leigh Miller Italian Spinach Meatballs Ingredients List: * 1 lb 93% lean ground beef (or ground sweet Italian sausage – YUM!) * 1 tbsp olive oil * 10 oz frozen chopped spinach , thawed and drained of all … Continue reading
Pumpkin Streusel Bread
Submitted by Renee Ward Pumpkin Streusel Bread Ingredients List: Topping: 3/4 cup finely chopped roasted chestnuts or walnuts 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar 6 TB all-purpose flour 1-1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 6 TB melted unsalted butter Bread: 1 15-oz … Continue reading