Did you know that January is National Slow Cooker Month? I’m not sure who comes up with these things, but it’s a good reason to look around for some new recipes to try. A slow cooker is one of the forever frugal options because it is so versatile and helps you cook even if you […]
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 […]
Breakfast for dinner is one of our favorite easy options. It can also be pretty frugal, as at least in our house, it usually involves eggs. As for sides, fruit is a great option that goes along with most breakfast recipes. One of our more recent family favorites is a twist on the traditional hashbrown […]
When I was in college, a sweet older woman from my church brought me a container of these during final exam week. I may have eaten them all in one day. Ever since, these have been a staple of my Christmas baking. They work for any time of year, but I find that I have […]
I love a good cheese ball during holiday gatherings and this easy cheese ball recipe is no exception. It’s easy to put together and is great with crackers, vegetables, or pretzels. Tip: This is optional, but try toasting your pecans before chopping them up! It makes for a deeper pecan flavor. Preheat your oven to […]
You may have seen a bagged baking mix that advertises cookie brownie bars. I’ve tried it, and they’re OK, but making your own is even easier. You can duplicate that idea on the most basic level with boxed brownie mix and bagged cookie mix. For these cookie brownie bars, I split the difference based on […]
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 […]
