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Slow Cooker Saucy Meatballs

December 18, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

slow cooker saucy meatballs

Slow Cooker Saucy Meatballs Slow Cooker Saucy Meatballs Whether you're preparing a comforting weeknight meal or hosting a special dinner, this Saucy Meatball Sauce will impress with its rich taste and comforting warmth. Enjoy! 1 lb. precooked frozen meatballs28 oz. can crushed tomatoes15 oz. can tomato sauce3 Tbsp Italian seasoning1 Tbsp onion … [Read more...]

Ground Beef & Rice “Dump Casserole”

December 9, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Effortless Comfort with This Dump-and-Bake Ground Beef and Rice Casserole You know I love a good dump-and-bake casserole.  This one with ground beef and rice is the ultimate no-fuss comfort food. Toss together a few simple and affordable ingredients like browned ground beef, uncooked rice, some tomatoes and spices. It's ready to bake in minutes! Pop it in the … [Read more...]

Instant Pot Beef Burgundy

December 6, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Cooking Beef Burgundy in the Instant Pot makes for the richest and most savory base for the stew!  Instant Pot Beef Burgundy cooks perfectly in the Instant Pot - and in a fraction of the time. The pressure and heat cycles from the Instant Pot develop such a rich and flavorful base to this stew that will make every single bite … [Read more...]

VIDEO: Save Money When You Buy & Brown Ground Beef in Bulk

September 29, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

I Browned 8 lbs. of Ground Beef and Made These 6 Meals - Learn How to Brown Large Batches of Ground Beef & Freeze to Use Later VIDEO: Save Money When You Buy & Brown Ground Beef in Bulk Perfectly Seasoned Ground Beef Recipe Use these 2 common spices to make perfectly seasoned browned ground beef recipes that works perfectly for most recipes that call … [Read more...]

Open-Faced Smoky Provolone Sloppy Joes

September 9, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

These 4-Ingredient Open Faced Smoky Provolone Sloppy Joes Could Be Your New Favorite Weeknight Dinner!?    A hearty sloppy joe sauce - made with ground beef and a can of sloppy joe sauce - piled high onto Texas garlic toast, and covered in melty smoky provolone cheese. It truly is as delightful as it looks, and is an easy way to "change up" Sloppy Joes … [Read more...]

Beef Taco Hashbrown Bake

August 30, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

The Popular Hashbrown Beef Bake Recipe with a Taco & Spicy Twist – this dinner perfect for the meat and potato lovers in your life! A taco-y twist on our most popular Hashbrown Beef Bake.  For this dinner, I swapped the paprika for the taco seasoning in the original recipe. Also, I highly recommend using "Cream of Poblano soup" in place of the cream of mushroom, … [Read more...]

Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole

August 6, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Deliciously Easy Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole: A Comfort Food Classic! This casserole is easy to prepare and perfect for feeding a hungry family on busy weeknights or serving at casual gatherings. With its irresistible combination of textures and flavors, the Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole is sure to become a favorite go-to dish in your home. Enjoy! VIDEO: How to … [Read more...]

ROUNDUP: Sloppy Joe Recipes

May 17, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

These Sloppy Joe Recipes are quick, easy and budget friendly!   Ah, sloppy joes. A classic comfort food that is perfect for busy families on a budget. In the traditional form, they are hearty sandwiches that combine savory ground beef with a rich, tangy sauce nestled in between a fluffy sandwich bun. Not only are these sloppy joe recipes incredibly … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Get 10+ Meals from Bulk Ground Beef Packages

April 3, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Spot a great sale price or bulk price option on ground beef? Watch as Erin creates over 10 meals with just two bulk ground beef packages!     VIDEO: How to Get 10+ Freezer Meals from 2 Bulk Ground Beef Packages GADGETS: Order The Featured Gadgets Below RECIPE: Freezer Friendly Ranch Meatloaf  Ranch Meatloaf Make ahead and freezer friendly … [Read more...]

Dump & Bake Meatball Casserole

February 7, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

This Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole will soon be in your regular dinner rotation because it's so easy to prep to bake, and so scrumptious! I've got another "dump and bake recipe" for you! This Dump & Bake Meatball Casserole is a perfect hearty dish for a cozy family dinner on a super busy weeknight. This no-fuss recipe requires minimal preparation, making it an … [Read more...]

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