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Sloppy Joe Slider Bake

March 14, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Sloppy Joe Slider Bake: A Messy, Melty Crowd-Pleaser in Every Bite! This Sloppy Joe Slider Bake combines the classic flavors of a hearty Sloppy Joe with the convenience of pull-apart sliders. I made 2 pans of this to feed a bunch of boys before going to the Spurs game during spring break. They polished off both trays in 10 minutes!  This is such an easy, … [Read more...]

Sheet Pan Chicken with Apples and Cabbage

March 14, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Sheet Pan Chicken with Apples and Cabbage: A Sweet and Savory One-Pan Wonder Sheet pan chicken with apples and cabbage is a deliciously simple meal that combines tender, roasted chicken bites with sweet apples and savory cabbage. With minimal prep and just one pan, it’s a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors for a cozy weeknight dinner. Because it's important to … [Read more...]

Cheesy Beef Garlic Loaf Bread

March 13, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Cheesy Beef Garlic Bread: Gooey, Garlicky, and Packed with Flavor This cheesy beef garlic bread combines rich, savory beef with buttery, garlicky bread that's loaded with melted cheeses.  When I discovered the $1 french loaf bread, I started cooking more with it...because HOLY MOLY it's so cheap and perfect base for a meal like this.  Each bite is packed with … [Read more...]

Strawberry Banana Baked Oatmeal

March 12, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Strawberry Banana Baked Oatmeal: A Perfectly Sweet and Filling Breakfast That's Perfect for Busy Weekday Mornings This strawberry banana baked oatmeal combines sweet, ripe bananas and juicy strawberries with hearty oats for a comforting and nutritious breakfast. Baking breakfast at home not only allows you to enjoy fresh, wholesome ingredients but also saves you money … [Read more...]

English-Style Pot Roast

March 12, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

freezer friendly english style pot roast

Freezer Friendly English-Style Pot Roast English-Style Pot Roast This beef roast has received raving reviews from 6 teens…so far. Your family will love this rich sauce that’s a perfect complement to the beef and potatoes. Enjoy! 2 lbs. beef chuck roastSalt and pepper6 oz. can tomato sauce2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce1 Tbsp minced onion1 tsp minced garlic1 … [Read more...]

Fettuccine with Ham and Peas

March 11, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

A rich Alfredo sauce tossed with fettuccine noodles, salty ham and sweet peas makes for dinner hour perfection. Fettuccine with Ham and Peas is a rich and comforting pasta dish that combines creamy, indulgent sauce with savory and sweet flavors. The smooth homemade Alfredo sauce, made from butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese, coats the fettuccine noodles to absolute dinner … [Read more...]

Firecracker Salmon

March 5, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

freezer friendly firecracker salmon

Freezer Friendly Firecracker Salmon Firecracker Salmon This Firecracker Salmon is so rich and delicious, is perfectly fork tender, and you can control the “heat” by adjusting the amount of crushed red pepper you use. Enjoy! 1 lb. salmon filetSalt and pepper3/4 cup chili sauce2 Tbsp soy sauce2 Tbsp brown sugar1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 tsp … [Read more...]

Sheet Pan Salmon & Veggies

February 28, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

This sheet pan salmon and veggies recipe is a quick and healthy meal, perfect for busy weeknights. Fresh salmon fillets are seasoned with a simple lemon, salt and pepper, that are roasted alongside a colorful mix of vegetables for a flavorful, one-pan dish. With minimal prep and easy cleanup, it's a nutritious and delicious option the whole family will love! Sheet … [Read more...]

Tuscan Chicken Fettuccine

February 27, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

A scrumptious Tuscan Chicken cream sauce over a bed of fettuccine pasta makes for the perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner! We adore the "tuscan" kind of sauce around here. It's cream based with garlic, Parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes...usually with spinach. My boys get such a kick out of the spinach "melting" into the sauce. The fettuccine noodles soak up the savory … [Read more...]

Thai Beef Bake

February 26, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Thai Beef Bake

Thai Beef Bake - Freezer Friendly Thai Beef Bake This Thai Beef Bake is a mouthwatering dish that is so quick and easy to put together for the freezer. Once frozen, thaw and bake as directed and then enjoy this fragrant Thai-infused beef over rice with your favorite veggies. 1 - 15 oz. can light coconut milk2 Tbsp red curry paste2 tsp curry powderSalt … [Read more...]

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