This recipe is so super simple and easy anyone can make it regardless of your cooking skills. I make a Tyler Florence 4-ingredient cranberry relish every year and use a bit of that to top simple cream cheese which can be served on crostini or any crackers of your choice. I even tried it on […]
CLASSIC CHEESE BALL WITH SPICED NUTS
Cheese balls are much easier to make than you might think. I’ve made them over the years with various coatings such as different nuts, fresh herbs and spices, crushed nacho cheese flavored Doritos, black sesame seeds, etc. This version uses hazelnuts because they were on sale but feel free to sub another nut. When I […]
CREAMY PUMPKIN HUMMUS
From start to finish this creamy, savory with just a hint of sweetness pumpkin hummus takes less than 15 minutes to make. For 3 cups this recipe cost me $4.25 to make, with all my ingredients coming from Walmart. And even better? It is delicious! This pairs well with pita chips, pears and apples. CREAMY […]
TOMATO CONFIT CROSTINI
Tomato confit can be made in so many ways. It’s basically tomatoes, garlic, and herbs roasted at a low temperature for a couple of hours, in olive oil. I’ve made it with different tomatoes, more garlic, with a bit of sugar or red pepper flakes, and different herbs and each dish comes out rich and […]
CUCUMBER & DILL SALAD
This quick and easy cucumber salad is creamy, with a little bit of tang, and is super refreshing. I serve this as an appetizer or side salad and there are never any leftovers. CUCUMBER & DILL SALAD Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Serves: 4 […]
TWICE-BAKED POTATO CASSEROLE
TWICE-BAKED POTATO CASSEROLE Prep Time: 75 minutes Bake Time: 30 minutes Makes 12 Servings for approx. $8.50 INGREDIENTS: 8 medium baking potatoes 1 stick butter at room temperature 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup heavy cream (you can sub milk) 2 teaspoons Kosher salt 2 teaspoons fresh ground black […]
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Regrow Your Produce Scraps…Super Easy & Only Requires Dirt and Water
I have seen numerous articles on how to regrow produce using veggie, fruit, or herb scraps, along with water and dirt but had never tried it. Usually when I’d think about it, it would be after I had tossed the scraps or rotting pieces in the trash. What a waste! (I don’t personally compost because of all the bear in our […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dawn Dish Soap…45+ Frugal & Very Clever Uses
I love multi-purpose cleaning products which helps you save money and takes up less storage space. Dawn dish soap is on the top of my list of favorite cleaning products that can serve so many purposes around the house. I remember when the first ads aired showing Dawn being used to clean up birds after […]
Pothos…Easiest Houseplant Ever & How I Got “Free” Plants
I love “free” things and I consider seven of the eight plants pictured below “free” because I grew them all from one plant. I bought the original plant (in the glass container) for about $9.oo. I chose this pothos plant because it’s one of the easiest houseplants to grow. In fact it’s perfect for those […]
Irish Coffee & Irish Mint Mojito – Perfect for St. Paddy’s Day
Saint Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to mix up one of these fabulous drinks. Of course you can enjoy them any time! I use Carolans Irish Cream and Jameson Irish Whiskey because they are safe for someone with celiac disease (gluten intolerance,) but feel free to use your favorite brands. Have fun this St. […]
Spring Organize Your Bathroom….Super Cheap Ideas
Just a few ideas on how you can look at items purposed for one thing and use it for something else. Don’t forget….don’t toss items you no longer need or use, but rather donate to your local nonprofit store….helps others and our planet.
Make A Christmas Eve “Box”
Here’s a fun and easy thing to do on Christmas Eve, which may be so successful it becomes a holiday tradition in your home. Make a Christmas Eve Box, which can be opened on Christmas Eve. Get an empty cardboard box, a crate or even a shoebox, depending on what you’re going to fill it […]
DIY Ceramic Tile Coasters – Makes Great Gifts
I saw these super cute coasters my friend Chris made and thought they were perfect for gift-giving so I wanted to share. They are unique, affordable, and so easy to make. I think these are perfect for family, friends, teachers, c0-workers, or whoever else you might be gifting this year. Chris got her tiles at […]
Pine Cones…Cheap and Easy Ways to Use Them….Pets, Decor & Place Settings
A lot of these ideas are things you’d probably do more in the fall/winter but this will give you time to gather pine cones, scent them, and you can have some ideas in the back of your mind of things to look for if you garage sale or thrift store shop.
Colored Balloon Ice Balls…Fun & EASY
I see pictures of really cool DIY projects on Facebook a lot of times and think to myself, “I think I could do that.” Sometimes it’s just a picture with a few words but no step-by-step directions, which makes me think it’s even easier to do. Last Christmas I saw pictures of clear glass bulbs that […]
November Table Setting Ideas….
I hope these examples spark some ideas on how you can create a holiday feel to your dinner table…no matter what your budget is. Heck, even if you’re using paper products, you can give your table a festive feel.