So I remember doing "genetics" experiments with fruit flies in AP Biology in high school. They did not teach me what to do about them when they appear in my kitchen. You know how quickly they multiply...so they are definitely beating me! The only food that I leave out on the counter is bananas. They ripen too quickly in the fridge. I see the little boogers on the … [Read more...]
Blueberry Wild Rice with Shredded Chicken
I'm not sure why wild rice makes me think of fall...so here's a yummy recipe for you all as we enter into a season of unending beauty (and leaf raking!)... Blueberry Wild Rice with Shredded Chicken I'm not sure why wild rice makes me think of fall...so here's a yummy recipe for you! 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken1 cup wild rice 3/4 cup … [Read more...]
Sweet and Sour Lentils
This is a CHEAP as it gets!!! Enjoy this "Rice and Beans Budget meal" - rather "Rice and Lentils Budget meal" ;) Sweet and Sour Lentils simple, scrumptious budget friendly meal made with rice and lentils 1 cup lentils2.5 cups water1 tsp salt1/4 cup apple juice 1/4 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup brown sugar1 tsp minced garlic1 smalle white onion (chopped)1 cup … [Read more...]
Taco Soup and Sweet Watermelon
I know this is a popular one! Here's how I do it and how much it costs me! This one can be stretched with more rice and 1 more can of tomatoes for lots of leftovers! Ingredients 1/2 lb Ground Beef ($.90) 1-2 cans whole tomatoes ($.59) 1 can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies ($.65) 1/2 cup rice, uncooked ($.10) 1 taco seasoning packet ($.33) (Or make your own taco … [Read more...]
Potato, Egg and Cheese Tacos
Growing up in South Texas, I was a regular customer at Taco Cabana! Can I get a shout out from all you TC lovers? We would go there daily for lunch, and maybe even for dinner the same night. Had to get our "bean and cheese" fix and then enjoy their delicious tortillas and queso! This is my tribute to TC...except a little on the healthier side! Potato, Egg and Cheese … [Read more...]
Spaghetti
Little guys LOVE spaghetti! Always a kid favorite...pssssghetti! So I had a cucumber that I needed to use up, as we will be out of town for the holiday weekend! Since I don't prefer cucumbers by themselves, I threw on some sour cream "sauce" to make it a bit tastier. I also love to soak them in balsamic vinegar! Normally we eat broccoli or green beans with our … [Read more...]
$5 Tacos
$5 Simple Tacos - Cook at Home to Save More Money and Eat Healthier Tacos I've never eaten a taco from Taco Bell. Ever, in my entire life. Two reasons - I live in the land of Taco Cabana (so much tastier!), and I can make them cheaper at home. So, that's what I do...make $5 Tacos at home. Alot. It's not really Taco Tuesday around here. It's more like Taco ANYDAY! … [Read more...]
Chili Topped Potatoes
This recipe can now be found exclusively in The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook. … [Read more...]
Pork and Colorful Veggies
This is a colorful dish! It irks me when my kids have the following lunch (although a popular one...it's all ONE color!)... Canteloupe, Mac n Cheese, Cheese Cubes A little too much YELLOW for me! I love colorful meals...it means a greater variety of nutrients, vitamins and minerals will be going into your body and helping maintain, heal and restore everything! Also, … [Read more...]
Quesadillas with Corn and Black Bean Salsa
Anytime I can, I try to use fresh ingredients! Especially from my (little) garden! I have dreams of a large bountiful garden...and years to make that dream come true! Quesadillas with Corn and Black Bean Salsa 1 bag tortillas ($1.29)2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (or leftover chicken from crockpot meal) ($2 or free!)1 cup cheese, shredded ($.83)2 Corn … [Read more...]