Anytime I can, I try to use fresh ingredients! Especially from my (little) garden! I have dreams of a large bountiful garden...and years to make that dream come true! Quesadillas with Corn and Black Bean Salsa 1 bag tortillas ($1.29)2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (or leftover chicken from crockpot meal) ($2 or free!)1 cup cheese, shredded ($.83)2 Corn … [Read more...]
Veggie Lasagna
This recipe can now be found exclusively in The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook. … [Read more...]
Pork Roast with Tomatoes, Onions and Potatoes
(Note: The roast on this platter I used for 3 meals...one for roast with gravy, one for pulled pork and another for the freezer for later!) CROCK POT! Yeah...it's that time of year! In my mind, fall means "Crockpot Season"! Here's my $5 version... Pork Roast with Tomatoes, Onions and Potatoes A delightful "dump and go" recipe! 1 Pork Roast … [Read more...]
Breaded Cod
A simple, well balanced meal for your family. Breaded Cod Perfectly crispy...and a well balanced meal for the whole family! 4 frozen breaded cod fillets 2 broccoli heads1/2 cup peas 2 cups rice pudding cups (dessert) Cook cod per directions on bag.Cook 1 cup rice in 2 1/4 cup water. Add seafood seasoning and 1 T lemon juice for added flavor.Steam … [Read more...]
Tips for Shopping with Your Kids
Here's my 5� on grocery shopping with your kids!In my situation, I take them "most of the time". I don't have free babysitting whenver I need it during the week. I prefer to keep our weekends free for family events, so that leaves me with taking the kids to the store!1. Have a Plan and a List! When making your list, think about the store. Rewrite your list so that its in th … [Read more...]
Summer Pasta Salad
A light, simple summer "one bowl" dish! Summer Pasta Salad Everything delicious goes into this pasta salad that is perfect for summer nights! 1 Box Pasta ((bowtie, rotini, ziti) )1 chicken breast (cooked and cubed or shredded)1 cucumber, diced1 cup cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)1 can Italian style tomatoes 1/2 cup Italian dressing Cook pasta as … [Read more...]
Money Saving Tips
Here are a few things I've learned about saving a little extra $$$ on the weekly basics! 1. Buy Store Brand. For me, that means buying Kroger brand! Everything! It is always cheaper! It's usually cheaper than the regular brand when on sale and matched with a coupon! I am not brand loyal to many brands. Definitely 2. Get a Reward Card. I save big $$$ by using my Rewards … [Read more...]
Zucchini Stew
A delicious and light soup with zucchini and chicken! A favorite that is sure to warm your tummy! Zucchini Stew 1.5 Chicken Breasts, cubed ($1.50)4 cups chicken stock (Free...I freeze leftover juices/stock from when I cook chicken in the crockpot!)2 zucchini, chopped ($.99)1 can tomatoes ($.70)1 cup uncooked rice ($.20)1/2 onion, chopped ($.30)2 cloves garlic, … [Read more...]
Pizza Boats
Pizza Boats are such a fun and easy dinner for busy weeknights! It's a boat. It's a pizza. It's a PIZZA BOAT! These are very kid friendly, and easy to customize individual servings with preferences or dietary needs. Pizza Boats So fun! So easy! Hamburger Buns or Rolls1/3 jar of Pizza Sauce Pepperonis 2 cups Mozzarella CheeseFruit or Carrot … [Read more...]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
This recipe can now be found exclusively in The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook. … [Read more...]