With rising grocery prices and more inflation looming, here are tried and true, budget friendly recipes that we call "inflation proof!" We are all feeling the pinch at the grocery store right now. Personally, I've started buying less beef, adding in more "rice and beans" kinds of meals, and focusing more on homemade snacks and treats (vs. the more expensive … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas from the Chases!
May the joy that filled the world at Christ’s birth be found in your home and in your heart this Christmas season. May the hope and wonder of His love carry us into the new season of the next year. With love, Erin P.S. As I looking for photos to have printed for cards this year, I came across a few family Christmas photos from years past. Then I found a few more, … [Read more...]
2021 Holiday Deals
Erin's 2021 Cyber Weekend Deals & Other Amazon Favorites! All of Amazon and Erin's Holi-Deals in One Place for You! Yes - there are deals flying every which direction and we're in on it too. We have amazing deals and discounts on all our resources... From grocery savings to getting organized in the kitchen to eating healthier, we've got you covered. My … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Fight the Rising Grocery Prices – Inflation & Supply Chain Issues
Easy, Practical Ways to Keep Your Grocery Budget on a TIGHT LEASH!! The real reason is that you need to TIGHTEN THINGS UP RIGHT NOW to counterbalance the inflation and supply chain issues that are causing a major food price creep. At present (October 22, 2021), the baseline average for grocery prices is 5% higher than this time in 2020. The cause points to a few reasons: … [Read more...]
Dark Chocolate Almond Turtle Clusters – Healthy Holiday Dessert
A healthy holiday dessert the entire family will love - Dark Chocolate Almond Turtle Clusters! This post is sponsored by Amazon, all thoughts are my own. I don't know about you, but this holiday season I'm looking to have a few sweet treats here and there. I've found the perfect dessert that is so simple to make and is packed with the perfect flavors and textures. … [Read more...]
Best Garlic Toast Seasoning Mix
Your Family Will Soon Be Obsessed with This Garlic Ranch Toast Too! Not long ago...on a whim...I decided to add a bit of dry Ranch dressing mix to the garlic powder and... OBSESSED. But not before someone asked about the "lettuce" on the bread. One of my boys has an eagle eye for green things in their food and I couldn't help but chuckle when he asked me about … [Read more...]
Fall Harvest Salad with Maple Mustard Vinaigrette
A magical combination of flavors and textures make for the perfect Fall Harvest Salad! I predict you will soon be as obsessed with this flavorful autumn salad as I am. It strikes just the right balance of crunch and smooth plus sweet and salty. I have a great list of topping ideas AND...the maple mustard vinaigrette is super simple to make with … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken with Pasta
Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken with Pasta is a must try, easy weeknight dinner! Olive Garden dressing, as I'm sure you know, is quite delightful. It would likely be good on just about ANYTHING, but for this dish we are letting it slow cook with our chicken and some cheese. Super easy. Super delicious. MUST-MAKE ALERT: Add this to Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken to … [Read more...]
Sloppy Joe Mac n Cheese
Two kid favorites, cooked together in the same skillet - your family will love this Sloppy Joe Mac n Cheese! We ADORE this recipe and we hope you will too! It's sloppy joe, mixed with pasta, evaporated milk and cheddar cheese. And it's the PERFECT weeknight dinner for your hungry crew. I've got some picts below to show you how to make it! … [Read more...]
Healthy, Protein-Packed School Lunch Box & Snack Ideas
Amazon offers accessible convenience, everyday low prices and exclusive discounts on groceries with SNAP EBT card This post is sponsored by Amazon, however all thoughts and opinions are my own. As a busy mom of 4 boys, desperately trying to feed them on a budget, I often find myself in an internal debate that goes something like this: Oh, it's so nice to have all … [Read more...]