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Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom

Decorations, Traditions, and Gratitude – Thanksgiving on a Budget

November 20, 2009

Today, as part of this week’s Thanksgiving on a Budget series, Monica from The Homespun Heart shares some fantastic ideas on decorating the table, family traditions and instilling a thankful heart this Thanksgiving!

I found a new tradition for our Thanksgiving table…I’ll let you go find out what it is (I left it in the comments.)  [...]

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Almond Pecan Pie

November 19, 2009

Looking for a new and different twist on your favorite traditional pecan pie??? Tossing in some sliced almonds will give your pie a new flavor and texture!
Be on the lookout for sales on pecans, almonds and walnuts around the holidays…grab a few extra bags to carry you in to the new year!!!

This is a must. [...]

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Maple Roasted Butternut Squash

November 19, 2009

I have really enjoyed experimenting with butternut squash recipes this year!

This one is a keeper!  A fantabulous side dish!
Ingredients
1 large butternut squash (about 2-3 pounds) ($1.50)
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil ($.10)
1/4 cup maple syrup (free – $1)
Few dashes each of ground cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice ($.15)
Directions
1. Chop off the stem and bottom of the [...]

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Cheeseless Chicken Enchiladas

November 18, 2009

A cheeseless enchilada middle…with the option to add cheese on top! A zesty, zippy and zanny dish!

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Presentation Techniques – Thanksgiving on a Budget

November 18, 2009

Today, Jessica from Life as Mom and Good & Cheap Eats shares some fantastic tricks and tips for the presentation of each dish in your Thanksgiving feast!  She’ll show you how to WOW your family and friends without breaking the bank!
Head on over and check out all her fantastic ideas on making your Thanksgiving table look PUR-TY!!!

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Talking Turkey – Thanksgiving on a Budget

November 17, 2009

Amy from Amy’s Finer Things is talking turkey today!
She’s on a bit of a soapbox about her Thanksgiving turkey…so go on over and find out what it is!
I think it’s a fantastic idea…

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Baby Tyler

November 16, 2009

We proudly welcome
Tyler Chase
November 16th
6:42 AM
7 pounds 11 ounces
21 1/4 inches
It was a FAST and not-so-easy labor and delivery.  But we are all healthy and recovering well.  If you are interested, you can read the full birth story here.

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Thanksgiving on a Budget Series

November 16, 2009

This week we are running a special series on doing Thanksgiving…on a budget!
Who is “we”?
That would be Amy from Amy’s Finer Things, Jessica from Life as Mom, Monica from The Homespun Heart, Crystal from Money Saving Mom, and yours truly!
We’re kicking things off over at Money Saving Mom later today…with more fantastic ideas and recipes on each of [...]

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Thanksgiving Feast Edition – Printable Coupons

November 16, 2009

 
I thought I’d share a few Thanksgiving meal printable coupons with you!  And be sure to check this week’s newspaper inserts, as I saw quite a few coupons for products that are/will be on sale between now and Thanksgiving!!!
Save $2.00 on a Butterball Turkey when you buy any combination of 5 6oz. Stove Top Stuffing [...]

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Banana Cinnamon Waffles and Gingerbread Waffles

November 13, 2009

So I’m still here.  Still cooking.  Still feeding the boys.
When Tiffany and Lisa shared these recipes with me, I couldn’t decide which to try.  So I made both.  We sampled each…and the rest went into the overflowing freezer.
I will let you go recipe exploring yourselves.
Lisa’s Banana Cinnamon Waffles
Tiffany’s Gingerbread Waffles with Vanilla Cream Sauce (pictured above)
Org [...]

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