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Cinnamon Roll French Toast with “Cream Cheese Syrup”

July 6, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

All the yummy of a cinnamon roll, cooked in a fraction of the time. Use the swirl breads as your French Toast, then finish with a cream cheese drizzle! Around here, I've been on a bit of a cinnamon roll kick lately.  I absolutely adore the sweet cinnamony bread flavor...but tbh, I don't love how long and laborious it is to make a homemade cinnamon … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Saute Chicken Cutlets

July 5, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Winner, winner - here's a quick chicken dinner! Learn how to cut chicken breasts into chicken cutlets, and then saute them. Chicken cutlets cook really quickly and make for a great and delicious weeknight skillet dinner. These Chicken Cutlets with Summer Squash will be your new favorite skillet meal! New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & … [Read more...]

2023: 5 Ways to Prepare for Amazon Prime Day

July 2, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Amazon's annual Prime Day is happening July 11-12 & we want to help you prepare!   Prime Day 2023 is happening July 11th and 12th, and we want to help you find the best deals so that you don't get lost in the shuffle. What we know is this - there will be deals. A WHOLE LOT OF DEALS. FOR ALL THE THINGS. Don't worry, we will help you find the best ones. But … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Roast Beef

June 28, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Cook Like Grandma: The Core Cooking Method for Beef Roast Learn to cook beef roast like grandma used to. This core cooking method will result in the perfect beef roast every time. Plus, this sour cream and chives “drizzle” is so scrumptious! New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to … [Read more...]

Cinnamon Roll Blondies

June 21, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Blondies plus white chocolate chips, cinnamon chips, and a powdered sugar glaze make for the most delightful dessert! We loved this Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread so much that I thought a blondies version was in order. The banana bread makes for a great snack or even breakfast, while these blondies are definitely sweeter and best for dessert! Enjoy!   Cinnamon … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Cook the Perfect Stir Fry

June 14, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Simple Formula for Cooking an Amazing Fake-out Takeout Stir-Fry! Erin walks you through making the perfect stir-fry at home with this simple formula. She’s cooking a Teriyaki Beef & Broccoli that is as colorful as it is delicious.  New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to Cook … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Monterey Chicken

June 8, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

A slow cooker version of the amazing Monterey Chicken - BBQ sauce, bacon and fire roasted diced tomatoes make for the perfect sauce!  Watch and see how quick this meal is to put together - I recorded a livestream on Thursday morning with how to make Slow Cooker Monterey Chicken. Enjoy! Slow Cooker Monterey Chicken I love an easy slow cooker chicken meal … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Pan Sear Steaks and Pork Chops

June 7, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

How to Get the Perfect Sizzle and Seared Steaks & Chops! Learn all the best tricks for getting the perfect pan sear on meat and pork. Plus, take note of this perfect, simple marinade that will add just the right touch of flavor to your meat. New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Peach Chicken

June 2, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

slow cooker peach chicken

Slow Cooker Peach Chicken is a Sweet & Savory Delight! I love an easy slow cooker meal that calls for just a few ingredients and the end result is magical.  This recipe is just that - simple, every day ingredients that you likely already have in your fridge and pantry.  Enjoy!    Slow Cooker Peach Chicken I love an easy slow … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Cook Perfect Grits

May 24, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Let the Instant Pot do ALL the Work with this Best Ever Grits Recipe! Make restaurant worthy grits at home - in the Instant Pot!  New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel!   Video: How to Cook Perfect Grits Featured Products from the Erin Chase Store Recipe: Instant Pot Cheesy Sausage … [Read more...]

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