This is really, really delicious and didn’t take much prep work. And oh my gosh, the house smelled so good as it baked. I think this would be fun to bake in the really small pumpkins too for individual sized portions…more work scooping all the pumpkins but fun for the family or company. I will make for our Thanksgiving dinner too.
Frittata With Spinach, Roasted Red Peppers and Swiss….$10 or Less Meal
I had never made a frittata before and now that I know how easy it is, this will become a staple in our home for a quick, easy and inexpensive meal. You can of course substitute any vegetables or cheese you have on hand to use up leftovers. We completed the meal with twice cooked potatoes with fresh herbs and sausage….all for approximately $5.28….that’s less than $1.50 per person! You could make this for breakfast, lunch, dinner or brunch.
Scary Apple Mouths
So who doesn’t like apples and peanut butter…add some sliced almonds and you have a great snack with protein. These are “scary” apple mouths that the kids (and adults) will enjoy!
Sweet & Spicy Honey Baked Chicken – $10 or Less Meal for 4
Chicken prices can vary quite a bit from week to week, depending on sales. Safeway currently has chicken breasts on sale for $1.88 per pound which is what I based my pricing on for this week’s budget meal. The chicken and sauce price came in at approximately $6.00 and since broccoli was on sale for […]
Real Meatballs & Spaghetti….Simply the BEST Meatballs and Sauce I’ve Ever Had! (Company Worthy & Fairly Inexpensive)
Would you pay thousands of dollars for spaghetti? You would if you ate at the restaurant whose dish this recipe is based on!
Easy Dilled Cucumber Spears
I like cucumbers. During the summer I eat at least one cucumber a day, sometimes I’ll even eat two. They help me stay hydrated, are low in calories which makes them perfect for my mindless munching during the day, and they are inexpensive this time of year. I prefer buying mine at our local farmers […]
Grilled Peach With Goat Cheese, Microgreens & Honey Balsamic Reduction
My husband and I were at a recent event where grilled peaches were served as the salad course. They were delicious. I’ve been grilling peaches for years as a dessert but never thought to turn them into a salad so the next time we grilled some, we put our own spin on a grilled peach salad. […]
Natural Beauty Products From Your Kitchen & Crustless Quiche ($6.24 Feeds 4)
I love today’s episode in which I show Ashley all the fabulous but cheap kitchen foods you can actually use as beauty products. Most of these items are probably in your kitchen already and when compared to what you’d pay for beauty products at the store, well, you can save a bundle. The products are […]
Back-To-School Breakfast and Lunch Ideas…Easy, Affordable, Healthy, & Delicious
Getting back to a school routine can be tough. Planning breakfast and school lunches doesn’t have to be. I think the most important things I heard from local moms were that meals needed to be something their child would actually like and eat, be easy to prepare, be easy on the budget, and quick to […]
Mangoes – “The King of Fruit”…..(Helps with Cancer, Vision, Heart, Brain, Digestion & Immune System)
Here’s a great article spotlighting the health benefits mangoes have, including ways they can help with cancer, vision, heart, brain, digestion and the immune system.
Build A Better Salad For Optimal Nutrition (And Save A Bit Of Money)
I have a dear friend who has been trying to eat healthier and exercise more often, and hopefully lose a few pounds in the process. She called me the other day in a frustrated mood because after eating salads for two weeks, she had actually gained weight (and she said it sure wasn’t muscle weight […]
Homemade Peach Pie with Homemade Piecrust…Easy, Delicious & Costs Abouts $8.00
I’m a pretty decent cook if I do say so but desserts have never been something I was good at. And since I’m not a big dessert eater, I guess I just never really tried to master sweets. And I know that if I was baking up yummy dessert recipes on a regular basis, I’d […]
I’m Excited About….Ice Cube Trays!
Today’s topic? Ice cube trays and nontraditional ways to use them. You can get a pair of ice-cube trays from any store, the Dollar tree sells them for $1.00, or even find them at thrift stores.
Make Your Own Flavored Water (Or Tea)…Refreshing, Easy & Affordable
Drinking enough water, especially when the temperatures start to rise, is so important. In fact, keeping hydrated can have a huge impact on your overall health. Water… Increases energy and relieves fatigue. Promotes weight loss. Flushes out toxins. Improves skin complexion. Maintains regularity. Boosts immune system. Natural headache remedy. Prevents cramps and sprains. According to […]
Last-Minute 4th of July Food and Decorations
Fourth of July is in just a couple of days but there’s still time to plan a last-minute get-together without spending a ton of money or cooking a complicated meal. Today I’m happy that Morning Reporter (and friend,) Lauren McDonald for FOX21 Morning News was able to come by the house for some last-minute party […]
EASY SUMMER SIDES – NO COOKING REQUIRED
Today my friend Lauren McDonald, FOX21 News Morning Reporter, stopped by the house to help me whip up some easy breezy, no cooking required side dishes perfect for a summer meal. Everything tasted fabulous, looked great, and was affordable and easy! And no cooking required!! WATERMELON KIWI SANGRIA Prep Time: 10 minutes Chill […]
LEMON RISOTTO – RICH, CREAMY & BURSTING WITH FLAVOR ($10 or Less Meal)
I love making and eating risotto, which is a creamy Italian dish consisting of cooked rice, broth, and other ingredients such as vegetables, herbs, or meat. Typically I make mushroom risotto which is so hearty and warming, it’s one of my go-to cold weather one-pot meals. We recently cooked a special dinner of lobster […]
Watermelon…Juicy, Cheap & Healthy (And A Few New Ways To Serve It)
Watermelon is a healthy, juicy and at this time of year, inexpensive summer treat. Here’s some awesome ideas on how to enjoy one!
“Patriotic” Skewers…Healthy, Easy & Inexpensive
Here’s a fun and healthy dish you can serve for Memorial Day or any patriotic holiday.
Quick Chicken Pho – As Easy As Boiling Water!
The first time I tasted pho was a year ago when we were celebrating our grandson turning 6. He wanted to see Black Panther and go to his favorite pho restaurant afterwards for his birthday treat. Here he was turning 6 and he already had his fave pho place and grandma here had never even […]