These addictive little tortellinis...in chilled pasta salad form! What exactly is it about tortellinis that make them so irresistible?! It's probably as simple as - it's cheese plus pasta. But I think it's because they're so cute. And they cook so easily and quickly. This pasta salad is packed with freshness, flavor, a little crunch and a … [Read more...]
What’s Trending on Instagram….Sept 12
I thought it would be fun to share what photos and videos are trending on our Instagram profiles every week! We have 7 (yes you read that right!!) - $5 Dinners, Instant Pot Dinners, FreezEasy, Make Ahead Freezer Meals, Vonnie App, Intentional Bites Planner and my newest Erin Chase IG Account @IAmErinChase ! We would LOVE to feature your Instagram post when you make one … [Read more...]
$1/1 Art of Green Coupon: 5 Simple Ways to Afford More Natural Products and Ingredients
Be Inspired by These Simple Ways to Save Money on "Green" and Natural Products Do you ever suffer from "green guilt" - meaning you want to get the best, natural products to use in, on, and around your home, family and life...but just can stomach the sticker price?! Well...I have some ideas that will help you incorporate more green and natural products into your … [Read more...]
Imperfect Produce – Get 30-50% Off Grocery Prices!
Can I step up on a soapbox for a second? I lived in a third world country for 6 years. I shopped in a farmer's market that had AMAZING, picked that morning, straight to the market produce. What was in season is what you got - nothing was flown in, nothing was brought in, it was all local. And I loved it...even the not-so-perfect looking produce. I'd get whatever I … [Read more...]
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Friend. This whole mom gig is TOUGH. There are SO MANY things to juggle. Just this morning, I was signing up my Charlie for school sports this semester and took one look at the schedule and about had a meltdown. Even though we will carpool, and it's right after school, and it's going to be an amazing experience for him and his teammates, it's yet another thing to … [Read more...]
$5 Dinners Celebrates 11 Years This Week!
That's right - $5 Dinners turns 11 this week. It was August 22, 2008 that the first ever post was shared here on the website. And we've come a LONG LONG LONG LONG way since then! It has been a joy and privilege to get to spend the evenings with you at your dinner table over the years. And to get to speak encouragement and knowledge into your world and life. And … [Read more...]
You’re Invited! RSVP NOW for the Dinner Made Easy Party!
Cross dinner off your to-do list with these back to school freezer meals. I'd like to extend a special invitation to YOU. I mentioned that I'm hosting 2 "online parties" - the kind where we work together, me in my kitchen and you in your kitchen, and we get ourselves prepared for the MADNESS THAT IS ABOUT TO ENSUE. What madness?! The back to … [Read more...]
Amazon’s Deal of the Day
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Instant Pot Salsa Beef Roast
Simple ingredients, such fantastic flavor - in large part because of the way that the Instant Pot infuses flavor as it cooks. A note about the cooking time for a roast in the Instant Pot: You'll find a variety of different cooking times for beef or pork roasts in the Instant Pot. This is because the cooking time can vary based on the thickness of the roast, as … [Read more...]
Back to School Lunchbox Ideas & Packing List Printable
Welcome to the 31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas List! I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox ideas with you. You can get my favorite free printable downloads by filling out the form (down below)! Erin's Favorite Lunchbox … [Read more...]