Tuna Melts A simply perfect lunch! 2 cans of tuna, drained3 Tbsp asandwich spread or mayonnaise8 slices bread2 Tbsp butter4 slices cheeseFresh fruit and/or veggies as side, ie pineapple or baby carrots or frozen veggies Mix tuna and sandwich spread (or mayonnaise) in a small bowl. Butter the "toasting sides" of the bread. Place tuna and cheese … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Garden Fresh Chili on Red Potatoes
A perfect hearty meal to warm my tummy, just before an hour of "begging" in our neighborhood! Yesterday I was blessed by our farmer's market! Today is busy, perfect for another crockpot creation! This afternoon I will be at my son's fall party at the preschool. And tonight is "Beggar's Night"...apparently the PC term for Trick or Treating! Not sure why it's called beggar's … [Read more...]
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese
Stouffer's has nothing on this yummy homemade favorite! Homemade Macaroni and Cheese A scrumptious homemade mac and cheese! 16 oz. elbow pasta3 Tbsp butter 3 Tbsp flour 1 1/2 cups milk 2 cups shredded cheddar cheeseSalt and pepper, to tastefresh veggies (side dish) Cook pasta as directed on package instructions.To make sauce, melt butter in saucepan. … [Read more...]
Bacon and Egg Quesadillas
Bacon and Egg Quesadillas Quesadillas for breakfast! 6 strips of bacon8 eggs 1 cup shredded cheese 8 Tortillas (use natural corn tortillas for gluten free)Salsa 2 Pears Cook bacon in skillet on stove top. (Or cook it in the oven!) Remove and place on paper towel to drain excess fats. Pour most of the fat from the skillet.Scramble eggs in skillet that you … [Read more...]
Corn and Salsa Tortilla Soup
Saturday's around here mean 2 things. Long runs...today I ran 9 miles. Just me and my Shuffle Ipod! I'm proud to say I ran the whole way with one stop at a traffic light to stretch my legs. I'm training to run the Rock and Roll half marathon in San Antonio with my sister next month! College football! We're a little confused around here about who we're rooting for. Where … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato and Apple Soup
First, head on over to see what GFCF mom has to say about processed foods vs. homemade foods! This especially applies to young children, but we can ALL benefit from a whole and raw food diet. That is my goal: to serve delicious and wholesome meals for under $5! Slow Cooker Sweet Potato and Apple Soup 2 lbs sweet potatoes ($1.58)1 stalk celery ($.10)1/2 … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Waffles
I was so unprepared for this dinner. Not enough eggs, so we didn't have eggs. Not enough white flour, so I used all whole wheat flour (which makes "thick" waffles)! Not that that's bad, I like to mix white and whole wheat flours! To the grocery store I go...tomorrow! A simple dinner after a busy day! (Ssssshhhhhhh...don't tell anyone...since I had $.50 to spare, I added some … [Read more...]
Zucchini Omelets
This meal is inspired by my brother in law. We went to visit them in Chi-town this past Labor Day weekend. He cooked up a storm! It was such a joy to watch him take on the same role as his dad! Host and chef! Also, want to say a quick congrats to my BIL for running the Chicago marathon and doing so in honor and memory of your dad! Zucchini Omelets A simple omelet … [Read more...]
Beef Roast with Potatoes, Butternut Squash
This recipe can now be found exclusively in The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook. … [Read more...]
Homemade White Sauce
Homemade White Sauce Homemade sauce is always the best! 2 Tbsp butter2 Tbso flour ((Use rice flour to keep it gluten free))1-2 cups milk ((whole or 2% is best!)) In saucepan, melt butter.Once melted, add flour and whisk with butter.Add milk to butter/flour mix and WHISK, WHISK, WHISK!Cook on medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes. Stir often. Sauce will thicken.If … [Read more...]