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Deck the Freezer in 2025!

ROUNDUP: Non-Eggy Breakfasts, Because Holy Egg Prices!

February 19, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

A list of non-egg based breakfasts, because whoa egg prices! If you haven't heard about or noticed the recent egg price inflation, it's affecting just about every corner of the US.  Apparently we are having a supply issue because of an avian flu outbreak in the fall. Given this, we should see prices ease off as the supply rebalances. But in the meantime, I'll be making … [Read more...]

Tater Tot Egg Bites

January 7, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Quick Tater Tot Egg Bites: The Perfect Anytime Breakfast, Brunch or Snack! Save this easy recipe for Tater Tot Egg Bites - they are so quick to prep, and they will be gobbled up by everyone.  I added a dollop of salsa and sour cream to mine. Also, watch the video for more flavor and add-in ideas!  VIDEO: How to Make Tater Tot Egg Bites  Tater Tot … [Read more...]

Breakfast Slider Bake

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

A Delightfully Sweet & Savory Breakfast for Dinner That's Ready in Less than 20 Minutes: Breakfast Slider Bake This breakfast slider bake is perfect for your "breakfast for dinner" meal, or a weekend brunch. It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory, from the sausage and eggs to the maple-butter glaze on top.  Enjoy! Breakfast Slider … [Read more...]

Breakfast Lasagna Bake

December 11, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

All your favorite breakfast bites, layered into this amazing Breakfast Lasagna Bake.   Breakfast Lasagna Bake All your favorite breakfast bites, layered into this amazing Breakfast Lasagna Bake. 8 hashbrowns1 lb. mild breakfast sausage (browned)10 large eggs (scrambled)2 cups shredded cheddar cheesechives, salsa, or sour cream (optional … [Read more...]

Pumpkin Swirl Breakfast Casserole

October 16, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Pumpkin Swirl bread makes for the perfect base for this fall-inspired breakfast casserole that everyone will love!   Pumpkin Swirl Breakfast Casserole A double dip of pumpkin and triple dip of pumpkin pie spice makes for the best ever pumpkin breakfast casserole 1 loaf Pumpkin swirl bread (torn into pieces)1/2 cup pumpkin butter6 large eggs1 cup … [Read more...]

Best Frittata Recipes

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

Easy Frittata Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner   Looking for a simple yet delicious meal that won't break the bank? Look no further than frittatas! These versatile egg-based dishes are incredibly easy to make and can be customized with whatever ingredients you have on hand...even leftover spaghetti?! (YES! See recipe below!) Whether you’re using leftover … [Read more...]

Texas Avocado Toast

March 4, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Texas Avocado Toast is a quick and crunchy way to start the day! A thin and crispy tostada, mashed avocado, a perfectly fried egg, and a delightful drizzle of sauce! This is the perfect way to use that ripe avocado on your counter ;-) Also, a great way to make the trendy avocado toast "less carby" and gluten-free!!!  And have fun with the hot sauce too - I … [Read more...]

Save Money on Groceries: 25 Eggs for Dinner Recipes

September 21, 2022 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

In looking for every possible way to save money on groceries and maintain a healthful, balanced diet, I'm turning to eggs for dinner...and you should too! With eggs still being cheaper than other proteins, it might be time to give "breakfast for dinner" an official night on your weekly meal plan. In my kitchen, I'm fighting the rising food prices and meat prices by doing … [Read more...]

Breakfast Nachos

August 8, 2022 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Move on over avocado toast - there's a new kid at the breakfast table. Add a little guacamole as a garnish to these and you have a south of the border type of avocado toast! If you're cooking bacon and eggs for breakfast, you might as well just go ahead and make these "breakfast nachos." All you need is some tortilla chips, shredded cheese, and toppings (salsa, sour cream, … [Read more...]

Whis-Kid’s Sausage & Hashbrown Quiche

November 1, 2021 by Lauren Drawdy 2 Comments

whis kid sausage hash brown quiche

This Sausage & Hashbrown Quiche is an easy and fun recipe to have kids help with in the kitchen! Savings tip: When I find sausage on sale for $2.50 or less then I stock up and throw them in the freezer. Or better yet, I'll go ahead and brown and crumble the sausage and then freeze it, so it's ready to use in a delicious breakfast recipe like this Sausage and … [Read more...]

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