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Loaded Hashbrown Bake

February 15, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Your Favorite Loaded Baked Potato...in Baked Form! This Loaded Hashbrown Bake Will be a New Fave! This Loaded Hashbrown Bake is a twist on our most popular Hashbrown Beef Bake. I'm mixing in popular loaded baked potato toppings in with the beef, shredded hash browns and then garnishing with the same. You can add or subtract your favorite baked potato toppings into the dish … [Read more...]

Moroccan Braised Beef

February 12, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

moroccan braised beef freezer friendly

Moroccan Braised Beef - Freezer Friendly Recipe Moroccan Braised Beef This Moroccan Braised Beef is made up of beef slow-cooked in aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon - creating a rich and exotic taste. It’s a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that everyone will love! 2 lbs. beef chuck roast2 Tbsp olive oil3 Tbsp minced onion3 … [Read more...]

Shepherd’s Pie Nachos

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

Ultimate Comfort Food MASHUP: Classic Shepherd’s Pie Ingredients with a TexMex Nachos Twist Shepherd’s Pie Nachos combine the hearty flavors of a classic shepherd’s pie with the crispy crunch of tortilla chips, creating the ultimate comfort food mashup. Topped with savory ground beef and corn, melted cheese, a dollop mashed potatoes, and a touch of sour cream - these nachos … [Read more...]

Garlic Beef Bites with Baby Potatoes

February 6, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Garlic Beef Bites with Baby Potatoes These tender, slow cooked steak pieces and baby potatoes are smothered in a gorgeous garlic cream sauce - it’s perfect for an easy and quick yet indulgent weeknight meal.   Garlic Beef Bites with Baby Potatoes These tender, slow cooked steak pieces and baby potatoes are smothered in a gorgeous garlic cream sauce - it’s … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Taco Hashbrown Bake

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

It's the Slow Cooker Version of The Cult Favorite Taco Hashbrown Bake The Hashbrown Beef Bake is a $5 Dinners cult favorite and it's so easy to mix and match both flavors and cooking styles. And that's what is happening with these Slow Cooker Taco Hashbrowns.  First off, this was polished off. Not a speck leftover. (Which I'm kinda bummed about because I wanted more … [Read more...]

Beef Pasta with Garlic Cream Sauce

January 21, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Comfort Food with a Luxurious Twist! Save the Recipe for this Rich and Savory Dinner That's Ready in Under 30 Minutes! This Beef pasta with garlic cream sauce is an indulgent dish featuring hearty beef, al dente pasta, and a luscious, garlicky cream sauce. This dinner is so easy to make - it’s the perfect comfort food for weeknights or special occasions! VIDEO: How to … [Read more...]

Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole

January 15, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

sloppy joe tater tot casserole

Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole 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. 1 lb. ground beef1 … [Read more...]

Eggroll Skillet Dinner

December 31, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Quick and Flavorful Dinner: All the Tasty Goodness of an Eggroll in One Skillet! This Eggroll Skillet Dinner is a quick and delicious way to enjoy all the flavors of your favorite eggroll without the fuss of rolling them up or frying them. This skillet is loaded with seasoned ground beef (y0u could use ground pork, ground turkey, or ground chicken), a bag of Coleslaw mix, … [Read more...]

French Onion Meatloaf

December 27, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

French Onion Meatloaf: A Slightly Sweet & Flavorful Twist on a Classic Comfort Food Favorite This French Onion Meatloaf takes classic comfort food to the next level by combining the rich, savory flavors of French onion soup with a tender, juicy meatloaf. Caramelized onions, gooey melted cheese, and a perfectly seasoned beef mixture come together to create a dish that’s … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Beef Ravioli

December 19, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Slow Cooker Beef Ravioli: An Easy, Comforting, Hearty Budget Dinner, Made with Minimal Effort! This Slow Cooker Beef Ravioli recipe is the perfect dinner for busy families on busy weeknights. At the end of your busy day, you get to enjoy a hearty, home-cooked meal without any hassle. It's just 4-5 ingredients and they layer in quickly into the slow cooker, especially if … [Read more...]

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