Have you ever been to an Asian restaurant and ordered lettuce wraps? Everyone makes them differently, but they’re always so delicious and are filled with some pretty bold flavors: you get saltiness from the soy sauce, a little spiciness from the sriracha, and some crunch from the veggies. They are a great option for low […]
One of my favorite ways to simplify meal planning and keep food costs low is to schedule breakfast for dinner about once a week. To be honest, actual breakfast for my kids during the week is usually a muffin or cereal bar and some fruit. But when I’m making breakfast for dinner, I’ve got more space […]
If you’re feeling up to frying some chicken at home, give these honey buffalo chicken tenders a try! The effort (though not difficult) really is worth it. Tip: Dunk these tenders into some ranch dressing for maximum flavor! PrintHoney Buffalo Chicken Tenders Ingredients2 lb chicken breasts, cut into strips (or you could purchase tenderloins) 2 […]
Years ago I made a dish that had something to do with bacon and cheeseburger flavors in the slow cooker, and it was a family favorite. I hadn’t made it in a while, but then I was also craving one of those breakfast casseroles you make with crescent roll dough. So I did a little […]
Valentine’s Day is around the corner! If you’re choosing to stay in this year, you really can put together a delicious dinner that will still feel special (light some candles and put on some music, too). Here’s a roundup of some recipes that would make some great at-home meals. Tip: To find sales on certain […]
I love to make this creamy chicken taco soup and serve it with a bunch of toppings: shredded cheese, tortilla chips, avocado, sour cream, limes, etc. Quick tip: Use rotisserie chicken meat instead of cooking your own. PrintCreamy Chicken Taco Soup Ingredients2 tbsp olive oil 2 chicken breasts 1/2 cup diced onion 1 can corn […]
For a super flavorful appetizer or entree, try these grilled chicken wings! The combination of the rub, sauce, and smoky-grilled flavor makes it so good (and sort of addicting). Note: You’ll notice in the pictures that the chicken is being cooked in a circle around the edge of the grill. The charcoal in the grill […]
Fall seems like the perfect time to introduce a few new soups to our rotations! Break out your big pot and get to simmering with these soup recipes that are perfect for fall. 30 Frugal Soup Recipes for Fall Chicken Pumpkin Soup Beef, Cabbage, and Tomato Soup Beef, Mushroom, and Barley Soup Cheesy Spinach Soup […]
Meat prices are continuing to go up, but we all still need to eat. Eggs continue to be a cheap and frugal option to add protein to a meal without spending an exorbitant amount on groceries. You can scramble them or hard boil them, which we sometimes do, but there are so many different ways […]
