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Archives for February 2009
Breakfast Tacos
Breakfast Tacos are a quick and easy meal that can be made for any time of day! Breakfast for dinner is always a frugal option. And one that I tend to forget about! Breakfast Tacos These are a family favorite! 10-12 eggs4-5 small potatoes, peeled and diced 1-2 Tbsp olive oilSalt and pepper to taste1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (Omit … [Read more...]
Veggie Tacos and Spanish Rice
Y'all. Tonight's meal is inspired by Big Mama and her love of obsession with Order Up and their veggie tacos! If you are ever in San Antonio, you have got to stop in! I promise you won't be disappointed! Every meal is made from scratch, using fresh ingredients. It's scrumptious, y'all! (Thinking about TX and Big Mama makes me wanna say "y'all!" She's got the cutest TX … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Dinner
Staying home for Valentine's Day? Here are some recipes for a special, yet simple dinner with your loved ones! A few tips for having a special dinner, whether it's just you and your spouse... or you're feeding the whole family on Valentine's Day! Start looking for your main dish protein early. Snag your favorite cut of meat, or favorite seafood on sale! Toss in the … [Read more...]
Huevos Rancheros
It's been a while since we had "Breakfast for Dinner"! Here is a quick and easy old favorite! Huevos Rancheros A hearty breakfast with a tasty sauce! A MUST try! 10 eggs 1/2 cup black bean salsa1 cup shredded cheese 8 small tortillas 2 Apples (side dish)2 Oranges (side dish) Scramble eggs. When eggs are just about finished cooking, add black bean … [Read more...]
The Value of Dining Together
Tonight's guest post comes from none other than "the Hubs"! He shares his thoughts on the importance of family time over the dinner hour.Every afternoon I come home from work to a house overflowing with savory smells from the kitchen. The boys run to the door to greet me, and tackle me as I come through the door. I greet my lovely wife. I hang out with the boys, while Erin … [Read more...]
Fish with Rice Blend and Broccoli
This recipe can now be found exclusively in The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook. … [Read more...]
Homemade Guacamole with Homemade Tortilla Chips
Homemade guacamole with homemade corn tortilla chips is the best snack there ever was! Homemade Guacamole with Homemade Tortilla Chips Simple and superb! 2 avocados2 cloves garlic, crushed2 tsp lemon juice2 Tbsp Rotel tomatoes2 Tbsp sour cream (omit if GFCFSF, tastes great without it!)1 tsp salt Scoop out flesh from avocado. Smash with fork.Add crushed … [Read more...]
Spicy Lentil Chili
So I totally wasn't thinking that yesterday was Super Bowl Sunday when I made my menu plan last week! We were set to have lentils and rice. I jazzed it up as best I could! Spicy Lentil Chili Ingredients 1 cup green lentils ($.25) 1/2 cup split peas ($.15) 4 cups water 3 cloves garlic, crushed ($.10) 5 green onions ($.40) 1 can Rotel … [Read more...]