This is so delicious and inexpensive. It’s quick, easy to prepare and tastes wonderful! I have actually served this when company comes for dinner-it’s that good! And depending on what you “top” it with, there’s not a lot of calories-no heavy cream or butter (but it tastes rich). Serve a wedge salad and some crusty multi-grain bread to round out the meal.
So Good Chicken Pot Pie…..$10 or Less Meal
I love this homemade chicken pot pie! It’s creamy, delicious, and inexpensive. And the whole house will smell so good!
CROCK POT PULLED PORK With PEPERONCINI PEPPERS (Or Beef Or Chicken)
This recipe couldn’t be easier! Two ingredients and a crock pot. And you can substitute beef or chicken for the pork. PULLED PORK Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 4 to 8 hours Serves: 4 to 6 Ingredients: 2 Lb boneless pork roast (loin, […]
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Avoid Food Waste….Freeze-Don’t Toss! & A Few “Zero-Waste” Foods
It’s been estimated that the average home throws out about 25% of all the food we buy because it goes bad before we use it. That’s a lot of food going in the trash which translates into a lot of money being spent on TRASH! Here’s a few of my favorite ways to toss less and save more….
CARROT GREENS PESTO
Pesto is typically made using fresh basil and pine nuts, along with garlic, cheese and oil but you can use so many other greens and nuts. I like making this carrot greens pesto because I consider the green leaves a “free” food when they are still attached to the carrots which saves me money and […]
School Lunch Ideas On A Budget – HUMMUS
Hummus is a Middle Eastern spread/dip usually made with garbanzo beans/chickpeas, tahini (a sesame seed paste) lemon juice, and olive oil. Packed with protein and fiber and rich in antioxidants, hummus is an excellent choice for people with dietary intolerances or allergies since it’s naturally nut, gluten and dairy free. And it tastes great! It’s […]
School Lunch Ideas On A Budget – WRAPS
Wraps are a great alternative to bread when making sandwiches. A basic flour or corn tortilla is going to be your cheapest option usually but there are tons of other choices out there, depending on your dietary needs and budget. Spinach, whole-grain, gluten free, honey-wheat, sundried tomato, high fiber, etc., are among the many varieties […]
School Lunch Ideas On A Budget – LEFTOVERS
Leftovers are the perfect, low-cost way to pack an inexpensive lunch. Leftover proteins such as steak, pork, meatloaf, chicken, seafood, can easily be sandwich fillings, wrapped in a tortilla, added to salads or leftover pasta. Leftover veggies are also easily added to salads, wraps, or pasta. Or just put the leftovers in a container and […]
School Lunch Ideas On A Budget – SALADS
Salads are a quick and easy lunch option, and a great way to use up leftovers. From egg salad to tuna or chicken to fresh leafy greens, they can be customized to what your child likes and what you have on-hand. How to make a basic tuna/egg/chicken/ham salad – When making egg, tuna, chicken, or […]
School Lunch Ideas On A Budget – PEANUT BUTTER
PEANUT BUTTER Peanut butter is an inexpensive lunch option that most kids will eat and can be spread on more things than just sliced bread. Of course you always want to check with your school’s policy on peanuts on campus. Peanut butter does have health benefits such as being a good source of protein, 2 […]
IRISH EGG ROLLS
AIR FRYER IRISH EGG ROLLS […]
Shamrock Shooter
Smooth, creamy, light, fruity and green…perfect for St. Paddy’s Day! SHAMROCK SHOOTER Serves 2 for approximately $2.15 INGREDIENTS – 2 ounces melon liqueur (like Midori) 1/2 ounce Irish whiskey 1/2 ounce Irish cream (I like using Carolans which is gluten free and affordable) DIRECTIONS: Pour ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake. […]
CAPRESE SALAD (Tomato, Mozzarella & Basil)
CAPRESE SALAD Serves 6 to 8 INGREDIENTS – 6 small tomatoes (or 4 medium) 1 pound fresh mozzarella 10 to 15 basil leaves olive oil to drizzle balsamic vinegar to drizzle Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper DIRECTIONS – Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella and arrange with basil leaves on a large platter. Drizzle […]
Make A Fun Valentine’s Day Dessert Board
Whether you use homemade desserts, store-bought or a mixture of both, you can easily create a dessert board for the family, co-workers or your honey. The amount of sweets and what type are totally up to you. I used easy and affordable boxed cake mix for the cupcakes, added my yummy homemade rum balls and […]
Raspberry Bellini
RASPBERRY BELLINI Makes 6 drinks for approximately $16.50 ($2.75 per drink) INGREDIENTS – 10-12 oz frozen raspberries, defrosted 2 Tbsp sugar 750 ml sparkling wine Optional – strawberry or raspberries as garnish DIRECTIONS – In a blender, pulse the raspberries and sugar until the fruit is broken down. Fit a fine mesh strainer over a […]
BEETS WITH GOAT CHEESE
I have been making this recipe for years, typically calling it beet haystacks due to stacking the beet slices on top of each other. For a healthy Valentine’s Day side, I cut the beets out using a heart-shaped cookie cutter. If you don’t like sprouts you can simply omit but they do add to the […]
KEEPING THANKSGIVING AFFORDABLE, STRESS-FREE & FUN
Today we’re filming live from my kitchen with FOX21 News Live and Local Morning Reporter, Julie Fox! We’re keeping costs down, stress at a low level, and fun as we dish up some basic, yet delicious Thanksgiving dishes that anyone can make. Hosting a holiday meal, or any meal involving guests can be stressful for […]
Irish Potato Candy
Here’s a sweet treat for St. Paddy’s Day that doesn’t take long to make. It’s called Irish Potato Candy but there’s no potatoes in it.