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Spiced Pumpkin Latte

November 23, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 4 Comments

If you still haven't decided what to drink on Thanksgiving morning, might I suggest this Spiced Pumpkin Latte.  You can make it quickly on the stove top, or add all the ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on low for 2 hours! My favorite recipe for Spiced Pumpkin Latte. Spiced Pumpkin Latte This budget friendly latte recipe can be made in on the stovetop or … [Read more...]

Pimento Cheese – Two for One

November 22, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 2 Comments

Now, most would think of pimento cheese as a warm weather recipe. Visions of flip flops and sandwiches. In our household, we eat it year ‘round. During the holidays, it’s an easy stand by. In this, the week of two-for-ones and other shopping deals, I am sharing this staple for our Hodgepodge of seven. Because it’s hectic. You know what I’m talking about. Those weeks coming … [Read more...]

Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

November 18, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 6 Comments

I saw this recipe in a Kroger coupon mailer, of all places. And I had to try it. I *heart* potato salad. And I *heart* sweet potatoes. And I now can say that I *double heart* roasted sweet potato salad. Here's how you make it... A sweet and delectable side dish for an upcoming meal! Roasted Sweet Potato Salad Such a fun, fresh take … [Read more...]

Cranberry Apple Cider

November 16, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 19 Comments

Fresh cranberries. Whole cinnamon sticks. Whole cloves. 100% apple juice. Throw all this into a slow cooker, and you've got a healthy holiday drink from heaven! Delicious-ness in a cup! Cranberry Apple Cider Homemade holiday beverage in the slow cooker! 64 oz. bottle 100% apple juice12 oz. bag fresh cranberriesHandful whole clovesCouple … [Read more...]

Golden Raisin-Apple Stuffing Cups

November 15, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 17 Comments

My mom used to make this Golden Raisin-Apple Stuffing. And I could never get enough of it!  Still can't...I'm making it again this yet, but in a new way. Stuffing Cups. I have a feeling these will soon be the latest rage! Golden Raisin-Apple Stuffing Cups My mom used to make this Golden Raisin-Apple Stuffing. And I could … [Read more...]

Brown Rice with Black-eyed Peas and Greens

November 12, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 13 Comments

So black-eyed peas...they're kinda plain. It's like they're crying out for help!  Crying out for zest and zip!!! And what better ingredients to help than mustard greens and some zesty jalapeno diced tomatoes! You'd never have known these were black eyed peas in this dish! Let me show you how it's made. Serve it over … [Read more...]

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

November 12, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 3 Comments

I sure hope that they roast garlic in heaven! Seriously though, I absolutely adore the smell of roasting garlic. Adoration.  If the oven wasn't so hot, I'd jump in for a closer whiff!!! And it's not just the smell, it's the flavor that it brings to food. Rich. Robust. Just add roasted garlic to your favorite mashed potatoes.  Here's how I did it... Roasted Garlic … [Read more...]

7 Tips for Making the Perfect Pumpkin Pie

November 11, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

7 Helpful Tips for the Perfect Pumpkin Pie this Holiday Season Thinking about making your pumpkin pie from scratch this Thanksgiving?!  Making your own crust?! When it comes time to serve the pumpkin pie at your holiday feast, you want it to be perfect. Whether it’s your first time making a homemade pumpkin pie or your eighth, I’ve got a few ideas and tricks … [Read more...]

Simple Sunday Beef Roast

November 10, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 3 Comments

A simple Sunday Beef Roast. I bought a chuck roast last week. I cut part of it into cubes for Beef, Mushroom and Barley Soup. And I seasoned the rest with lemon pepper and lemon juice, to roast in the oven.  I was a bit anxious about the lemon flavor with the beef roast and vegetables, but it totally worked.  Gave it some flavor flare, but not so lemony that it was a … [Read more...]

Roasted Zucchini with Thyme

November 10, 2010 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 4 Comments

I sit here. Staring at the dashboard. Contemplating whether to actually write about this at all. It's way past zucchini season for most of us. But there are probably just a handful of you that live at the southern tip of Florida or Texas, who might still be able to get fresh zucchini for a decent price at the farmer's market. Or better yet, have some still growing in your … [Read more...]

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