This is a wonderful dessert that is somewhat healthier than traditional bread pudding because of the substitution of the evaporated milk and low-fat milk for the cream and full-fat milk that are usually called for. This would make a lovely special occasion breakfast or brunch. Yum! You can substitute any kind of fresh or canned [...]
The scrambled egg pockets have a unique twist to traditional eggs and the ingredients are healthy, so I feel good giving it to my family for dinner.
by Dana S on April 17, 2012
One easy way to sneak in an extra serving of veggies is with these vegetable filled breakfast burritos.
by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom on March 22, 2012
I always thought eating cold pizza was cool. But I’ve always felt guilty about eating pizza for breakfast. Three times as many calories as I’m used to having for breakfast? Is this really cool? Or is that just how I can justify the fact that I can’t resist eating this right now? Guilt, no more! [...]
by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom on February 13, 2012
I’ve shared this past week on SCJohnson.com some simple and easy ways to make Valentine’s Day special without having to spend “extra money” or “extra time”…two things we don’t seem to have a whole lotta these days! LOVEly Brownies Hearty Pop-Eyes What do you call these? Eggs in a Nest? Toad in a Hole? I’m [...]
by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom on February 2, 2012
Mom on a Mission’s sharing some great tips for making convenient cinnamon rolls that are easily portable…and giftable! (Is ‘giftable’ a word?) Enjoy!
by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom on January 23, 2012
Not sure you can make a meal for your family for $5 or less?! Have you thought about challenging yourself?!
by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom on December 19, 2011
If you haven’t decided on a casserole for Christmas morning, here are a few ideas for you… Ham and Broccoli Breakfast Bake Blueberry Breakfast Bake Sausage and Peppers Breakfast Casserole Slow Cooker Egg Casserole with Sausage and Red Pepper, Spiced Make Ahead French Toast Casserole Caramel Apple Breakfast Casserole Apple Cranberry French Toast Bake Caramelized [...]
by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom on December 9, 2011
Absolutely precious…love the tasty ornaments, the star doning the top and the “presents” around this pancake tree. I can tell you know that my children will be smitten over this when I serve them up on Christmas morning…or for a snack to tide them over to the big meal! Idea comes from Midstate Mills! What [...]
by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom on November 4, 2011
I wonder what would happen if I used a little cider in place of some milk in a batch of pancakes…and maybe toss in a chopped apples for kicks and giggles.