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Hurry Up Chicken Recipe

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

My boys ask for this chicken all the time and this is the fastest way I know how to make it: Hurry Up Chicken Recipe! Here's why I rave about this recipe and why it's become a "repeat around here."  Side note: dinner repeats for a food blogger is pretty rare, but this one has definitely hit that repeat dinner rotation at our house. It's a repeat from me because it … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Cook Breakfast Overnight

November 29, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Learn How to Cook Breakfast Overnight and Wake Up and Smell the Slow Cooker! In this week’s episode, I’m sharing a how to cook an egg casserole in the slow cooker overnight, as well as cooking Steel Cut Oatmeal overnight 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 … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Pressure Cook or Slow Cook Pasta Dishes

November 15, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

One-Dish Pasta Dinners for the Busiest Afternoons! Learn the ins and outs of cooking pasta in the slow cooker or electric pressure cooker. Letting these countertop appliances cook dinner for you makes for the easiest dinner prep ever! New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel!   Video: How to … [Read more...]

Gift Ideas for Everyone on your Prime Holiday Shopping List

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

Best 2023 Amazon Prime Finds for Your Holiday Shopping! Friend, It's really hard to pick which of my favorite things to share with you. So this curated list is slightly long, but it had to be. Before we get to the list, a few notes... The Snowdrop scent from Mrs. Meyers (in the Cleaning Category below) is something I am obsessed with all year long. I was so … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How To Cook Perfect Beef & Pork Roasts

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

Savor the Flavor: The Ultimate Guide to Cooking a Delectable Roast Learn how the Slow Cooker and Instant Pot will help make the best and most perfect slice-able and shreddable roasts! New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to Make Perfect Beef or Pork Roasts Featured Products: … [Read more...]

Spinach Artichoke Baked Ravioli

November 6, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

Spinach Artichoke Baked Ravioli Need a new dinner addiction? Spinach artichoke dip, over ravioli with shredded cheese melted all over it. Pardon me while I drown myself in this meal. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!      Love baked ravioli meals? Here are a couple more: Beef Ravioli Bake Spinach Ravioli Lasagna … [Read more...]

Macaroni & Cheeseburger Soup

November 1, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

This SOUP-ERB Fusion of Macaroni and Cheese and a Cheeseburger Will Soon Be Your New Family Favorite! You Will Love This Hearty Twist on a Comfort Classic!  Mac & Cheeseburger Soup A Soupy, Hearty Twist on Classic Comfort 4 Tbsp butter1 small white onion (finely chopped)2 stalks celery (chopped)4 sticks whole carrots (peeled and chopped)1 Tbsp … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Make the Best Shredded Chicken

November 1, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Flavorize Shredded Chicken with Your Favorite Sauces! Learn my favorite way to make shredded chicken, including a ton of ways to “flavor-ize” it for various meals! New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to Cook the Best Shredded Chicken Featured Products: How to Cook the Best Shredded … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Saute and Stir-fry Vegetables

October 25, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

Learn how to saute and stir-fry vegetables! Master the perfect side or complement with these saute methods for asparagus, zucchini, and peppers & onions. Learning these will help you grow in confidence in the kitchen. New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to Saute & Stir-fry … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Roast Vegetables on a Sheet Pan

October 18, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Learn how to roast vegetables on a sheet pan! Perfectly tender root, winter vegetables with just the right amount of caramelization and flavor - learn how on this episode of Learn to Cook on a Budget with Erin Chase. New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to Roast Vegetables on a Sheet … [Read more...]

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