This is a classic example of being creative with ingredients you have on hand. I made this for us early last week…using up the tomatoes from Aldi from the week before, and the feta cheese from Monday’s shopping trip. Also, this is another example of a meal that uses an “expensive ingredient,” that is paired [...]
Eggs
Not sure you can make a meal for your family for $5 or less?! Have you thought about challenging yourself?!
So I had every intention of making omelets with all the fixings you see here last night. Then I remembered…
This breakfast is perfect for the mornings when you want something tasty but without much mess…
Tuna salad would work…especially with some melted Swiss on top. What about egg salad?! I wonder if that would work…
With plenty of opportunities for luncheons and brunches coming up, don’t overlook the chance to make an easy quiche…
A great weekend breakfast, or for one of those weekdays when you don’t have to rush out to school, playdate or appointments! And would make a great “brinner” too! Ingredients Jennie O fully cooked Turkey Bacon (half of a 12 oz. pkg.) $1.40 Ortega flour tortillas (10 pk.) $1.99 1 dozen eggs $1.69 3 [...]
I didn’t write down the recipe. And I can’t remember which magazine it was. I blame the hammering sounds from the MRI machine for killing my short term memory…
I’m often asked during news interviews and radio interviews…”Is this really possible to do this $5 Dinners thing?” And my typical reply is… “Of course, a key part of this whole frugal cooking business is being creative with the ingredients that you get on sale, or even discounted, from the grocery store. If you score [...]










