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Affordable, Festival Holiday Meal for Less than $5 per Person

November 24, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Make This Affordable Holiday Meal for Under $5 per Person Using Only Dollar General Finds The holidays are supposed to be joyful—but the reality is that feeding a family a festive meal gets expensive quickly. With food prices continuing to rise, I know many families are feeling the pressure to stretch every dollar, especially when it comes to holiday dinners. This year, I … [Read more...]

Sheet Pan Hot Honey Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Zucchini

November 22, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Sheet Pan Hot Honey Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Zucchini: Your New Weeknight Dinner MVP Forget juggling multiple pots and pans—this sheet pan hot honey chicken delivers maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. Bite size pieces of chicken coated in a honey mustard while roasted sweet potatoes and zucchini caramelize alongside them, creating a complete meal that's both … [Read more...]

Sausage Drop Biscuits

November 18, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Easy sausage drop biscuits ready in 30 minutes with simple ingredients. No rolling required! When you need a hearty, satisfying breakfast or snack that won't drain your wallet, these sausage drop biscuits are the answer. Forget complicated biscuit-making techniques—no rolling, no cutting, and no fancy equipment required. Just mix, drop, and bake. With simple pantry staples … [Read more...]

Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts: Thanksgiving on a Budget

November 17, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving on a Budget: Easy, Delicious and "Oven-Free" Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Looking for a show-stopping side dish that won't break the bank this Thanksgiving? These crispy air fryer Brussels sprouts are about to become your new holiday hero. In just 15 minutes, you can transform humble Brussels sprouts into golden, caramelized perfection with crispy edges that … [Read more...]

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Feta – Thanksgiving Side Dish

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

Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Feta: The Thanksgiving Side That Converts Brussels Haters If you've been searching for a show-stopping vegetable side dish that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor, these roasted Brussels sprouts with feta are about to become your new Thanksgiving tradition. Golden-brown and caramelized on the outside, tender on the … [Read more...]

Pasta with Vodka Sauce and Burrata

November 4, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Creamy Vodka Pasta with Burrata - the Best Ever Pasta Sauce and Cheese Combo?! This restaurant-quality pasta brings together the beloved flavors of vodka sauce—tangy tomatoes, rich cream, and a subtle kick from vodka—with the luxurious addition of torn burrata cheese. Mixing browned ground beef into this vodka sauce makes for a hearty dinner that's easy to pull together on … [Read more...]

Greek Protein Bowls

November 3, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Craving fresh Mediterranean flavors packed with protein? Here's your new favorite make-ahead lunch or dinner... These Greek-inspired bowls combine creamy cottage cheese, hearty chickpeas, and crisp vegetables for a satisfying lunch or dinner that comes together in minutes. With their perfect balance of protein, fiber, and bright flavors, these customizable bowls will have … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

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

Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup: Easy, Flavorful Comfort in Every Bowl This Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights—just toss everything in your slow cooker and come home to a warm, flavorful meal. Packed with tender chicken, hearty beans, sweet corn, and bold taco seasoning, this soup delivers all the flavors you love from tacos in a … [Read more...]

Save Money: Make These Homemade Spice Mixes

October 27, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

best homemade spice mixes

Skip the prepared packets and dressings - make these homemade spice mixes with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry! Mixing up your own spice mixes will help you save money on your grocery bill - because what not use what you already have?! My guess is you have most (if not all) of the ingredients you would need to mix up these different homemade spice mix … [Read more...]

Sheet Pan Sausage, Sweet Potatoes and Apples

October 27, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Sheet Pan Sausage & Sweet Potatoes

Cheap & Delicious: Sheet Pan Sausage with Sweet Potatoes and Apples The boys could not get enough of this! This sheet pan sausage with sweet potatoes and apples is the perfect weeknight dinner when you're watching your budget but still want something delicious and satisfying. Everything roasts together on one pan, which means minimal prep work and even easier … [Read more...]

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