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Loaded Cauliflower Soup

May 16, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

This is a keto, low-carb eaters dream! It's filling, delicious and SUPER LOW on the carb index! Give this a whirl, and don't be afraid to pile on the garnishes. Enjoy! Cooking Method Options  Slow Cooker  Instant Pot  Stovetop (below!)  P.S. Skip the bacon garnish for vegetarian option! Loaded Cauliflower Soup This is a … [Read more...]

Skillet Pepper Steak

May 13, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Easy weeknight skillet dinner - pepper steak stir-fry!

Fakeout takeout at it's finest! You can use any bell peppers that you prefer - including spicier varieties. We keep it simple and balanced with red and green bell peppers in this meal. Also, be sure to read the note about the beef - in case your store doesn't carry pre-sliced beef strips. Enjoy! Skillet Pepper Steak A delightful stir-fry dinner the whole … [Read more...]

Greek Meatballs

May 9, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Whisk yourself away to the Greek Isles with the flavors of these amazing Greek meatballs. Serve with some pita and tzatziki for the most authentic Greek meal. Enjoy! Greek Meatballs Whisk yourself away to the Greek Isles with the flavors of these amazing Greek meatballs. 1 lb. ground beef1 lb. ground pork1 small red onion2 eggs1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs1 … [Read more...]

Rhubarb Crumb Pie

May 6, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

rhubarb crumb pie

Just before Easter, I asked my mom what I could bring.  Pie, she said. Ok...I can work with that. But there are still so many options. Oh wait, mom's favorite pie is Rhubarb... You see, her favorite is a tart, not-too-sweet rhubarb pie. Has been since she was a kid.  So I set out to make the perfect Rhubarb pie that was tart, with a touch of sweet...and … [Read more...]

100 Days of Summer Freezer Meals with MyFreezEasy

May 1, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

Looking for a simple dinner solution to get you through the summer? In the past we've done 31 Days series about different kinds of meals and recipes. And if you loved those series, you will DOUBLE LOVE this from MyFreezEasy!  MyFreezEasy.com is my freezer cooking program and it's designed and set up to help make the dinner hour smoother and easier. Before I lose you, I … [Read more...]

How to Flat Freeze Bacon

April 30, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

Ever buy a package of bacon that was just more than you needed? (I know, kinda seems silly right?!) Well - what do you do with the extra bacon that you don't use for that meal. (Again, seems like you wouldn't have extra bacon.) But when you do.......like that time I received 6 lbs. of bacon in my Savory Butcher sampler box?! I had extra - almost 4 lbs. … [Read more...]

Instant Pot Cheesy Garlic Pork Chops

April 25, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Melty cheese on top of delicious garlicky chops! YES, PLEASE!!!! **See note in the directions for making multiple layers inside the IP!  Helpful Instant Pot Resources Electric Pressure Cooking 101 - Online Class Which Instant Pot is Right for Me? Instant Pot Recipes on $5 Dinners Instant Pot Cheesy Garlic Pork Chops The name says it all! … [Read more...]

Do you struggle to get dinner on the table every night?

April 18, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

  Oh, dinner. It’s an every night thing. Those precious creatures that live in your home like to eat every. single. night?! It’s stressful. It’s time consuming. It makes you need a nap just thinking about it. Amiright? The struggle is real, but it doesn’t have to be… Did you navigate your way to the bottom of the tree? Yes, the tree. It’s that beautiful … [Read more...]

Instant Pot Chickpea Beef Chili

April 18, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

STRETCHHHHHHHHHHH!  I love to stretch protein, as far as I can!  And that's why I love to combine meat proteins and plant proteins - like beans and chickpeas.  Chickpeas make a great and hearty addition to any beef based chili and this one is a family favorite. Plus, I adore how the Instant Pot "infuses flavor" so deeply - by the way it uses heat and … [Read more...]

Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon

April 17, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

Fantastical. Yes, you read that right - FANTASTICAL. It's more than fantastic, so I made up "fantastical." As in...fantastical combination of flavors that coat and steam-cook the salmon in the foil pack. I adore "foil packs" and you will be seeing more of them over the coming weeks and months. They are great for the grill in the summer, but also the oven in the … [Read more...]

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