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Budget Recipes, Meal Plans, Freezer Meals and Cooking Tutorials for the Busy Home Chef

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Honey Mustard Salmon Salad

May 7, 2013 by Alea 4 Comments

My husband loves salmon, but it is rather expensive when you have to buy it at the grocery store. One way that I add salmon onto our menu without breaking the budget is by using it in salads. I only need 6 - 8 ounces of salmon to create a flavorful salad. My husband and kids love salmon and could probably eat it broiled without any seasoning. I don't like fish as much as … [Read more...]

Cheddar Bacon Shrimp Po Boys

March 6, 2013 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

cheddar bacon shrimp po boy sandwich

**Update: Kraft Fresh Takes are no longer available in stores. We've updated the recipe below with our recommended ingredients for substitution. I know. I know. I really need to be careful messing with a good thing. But when it comes to food, I think a good 'messing' can lead to great meals! (This being one!) Po Boys are traditional Louisiana sandwiches, usually with … [Read more...]

Ginger-Peach Glazed Tilapia

March 4, 2013 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

ginger peach glazed tilapia

  {Repin it!} So I found some tilapia fillets on super sale a while back. Made this tilapia. And then made this tilapia (recipe below). And now I wish I'd bought more packages for the freezer. oh. well. Our boys love fish...tilapia, salmon, fish sticks, fried fish from Luby's. (Luby's is a cafeteria style restaurant in San Antonio...and we all love their fried … [Read more...]

Tilapia with Pan Roasted Tomato & Pesto Sauce

February 22, 2013 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 6 Comments

If you want dinner on the table in less than 10 minutes...this recipe is for you! While the tilapia is baking, the sauce is roasting in the pan...put it all together 10 minutes later...and boom. Ka-boom. Served with a side of bread and some veggies...supper in minutes, y'all. Tilapia with Pan Roasted Tomato & Pesto Sauce This recipe looks super fancy, … [Read more...]

Cheesy Tuna Pasta

January 9, 2013 by Jenn K 2 Comments

A cheesy twist to tuna and noodles. A recipe from Costco Meal Plan #2. Cheesy Tuna Pasta 1 lb. spaghetti noodles or other pasta4 Tbsp butter4 Tbsp flour2 cups milk2 cups chicken broth1/2 cup sour cream1 cup shredded cheese2 7 oz. cans tuna1 tsp garlic powderSalt and pepper to tasteabout 1 lb. frozen Green Beans or corn Boil the pasta noodles as … [Read more...]

Grilled Citrus Salmon Packets

August 29, 2012 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 3 Comments

If you're my uncle, grilling season never ends. But for some of us, it's time to switch over to all those fall comfort foods we love! But before you go switchin' up the menus, you've got to try these Grilled Citrus Salmon Packets. Enjoy this with some rice or grilled garlic bread, and some fresh veggies from the garden or farmer's market. These days there is plenty of harvest, … [Read more...]

Peppered Salmon with Brown Rice

April 25, 2012 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

I get asked frequently about seafood and how to use it to make a $5 Dinner. And to be quite honest, it's tough. The key is getting the seafood for a rock bottom price...or combining it with another protein to keep overall meal costs down (like doing a mix of chicken pieces and shrimp in a jambalaya type dish.) I often find that seafood deals are unadvertised or can be found … [Read more...]

Tuna Quesadillas

January 9, 2012 by Jenn K 1 Comment

These quesadillas are from the Costco Meal Plan #2. Hope you enjoy them! Tuna Quesadillas 2 - 7 oz. cans tuna in water (drained)1 orange, yellow or red bell pepper (seeded and finely diced)1 1/2 cup shredded cheese8 flour tortillasCorn or green beans (side dish)Sour cream (garnish/dip) Preheat the oven to 350.In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna, … [Read more...]

Tuna Sandwiches with Hard Boiled Eggs and Carrots

January 9, 2012 by Jenn K 2 Comments

Super easy lunch idea or light dinner option! Tuna Sandwiches with Hard Boiled Eggs and Carrots An easy dinner, packed with protein and veggies! 2 cans tuna, (drained)3 Tbsp mayonnaise1/2 tsp garlic salt and dill (each)8 slices sandwich bread4 hard boiled eggs1 lb. bag baby carrots Mix the tuna with the mayonnaise and preferred spices. Add salt and … [Read more...]

Breaded Tilapia with Sauteed Zucchini and Tomatoes

July 11, 2011 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 6 Comments

Clearin'. It. Out. We enjoyed this tilapia (on sale for $1.99/lb!) with Brussels sprouts from the freezer, and rolls from the freezer. Summertime Pantry Challenge continues... Breaded Tilapia with Sauteed Zucchini and Tomatoes A pantry and freezer clear out created this magical meal! 4 frozen tilapia fillets1 large egg (whisked)1/2 cup bread … [Read more...]

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