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Nugget & Fries Nachos

December 4, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Make a Big Pan of these Nugget & Fries Nachos in the Oven for Dinner, or Pop a Smaller Batch into the Air Fryer for a Quick Snack! A mouthwatering twist on classic nachos, this dish features crispy waffle fries layered with juicy chicken nuggets, gooey melted cheese, and your favorite toppings for the ultimate comfort food experience. Enjoy!  Nuggets … [Read more...]

Sausage and Zucchini Soup

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

sausage and zucchini soup

Sausage and Zucchini Soup is such a comforting and well balanced soup, and easy on the budget too!  Sausage and Zucchini Soup is a hearty, flavorful broth filled with savory sausage, tender zucchini, and aromatic herbs. This comforting soup has the perfect balance of rich, meaty flavors with fresh vegetables in every bite. Enjoy!    Sausage and … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Ratatouille

December 2, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Slow Cooker Ratatouille is a comforting, veggie packed dish that's so easy to prepare!  Slow Cooker Ratatouille is a comforting, vegetable-packed dish where tender eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes slowly simmer with garlic, herbs, and olive oil. The slow cooker enhances the flavors, creating a rich, rustic stew perfect for an effortless, hearty meal. … [Read more...]

Rosemary Salmon

December 2, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Rosemary Salmon is a Simple and Scrumptious Recipe!   You will adore the lemon-rosemary flavors that permeate these salmon fillets!  Rosemary Salmon This simple yet elegant Rosemary Salmon recipe delivers the perfect balance of zesty and herbaceous flavors of rosemary, garlic, and lemon. Enjoy! 1 lb. salmon filetSalt and pepper3 Tbsp lemon … [Read more...]

Cracker Toffee “Christmas Crack” + 8 Flavor Combos!

November 28, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

Christmas Crack is the Ultimate Holiday Treat! This recipe for Christmas Crack is delightful for a few reasons. It's easy to make, has simple ingredients, can be made with a variety of flavor combinations, and makes for a really sweet homemade gift! Also, good luck having just 1 piece! ;)  In addition to this "core" recipe, I've got some other options and … [Read more...]

Amazon Black Friday Week: 2024

November 25, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Black Friday Week Deals for 2024 are HERE!  Friend!  We have curated the best products and hottest deals for you here. We will keep this page updated throughout the Amazon Black Friday Week Deals.  You do have to be an Amazon Prime member to take advantage of these prices. If you are not yet a member, you can learn more here.  Tap on the … [Read more...]

COPYCAT Chick-Fil-A Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich

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

You won't know the difference with this copycat Chick-Fil-A sandwich! Make this when you want your fave seasonal sandwich and it's not longer available in the restaurant... This sandwich is only available to purchase for 2 months out of the year!  Now, you can make it at home when it's not available in the restaurant.  This is as close to perfect as I can get … [Read more...]

Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash: HOLIDAY SIDE DISH

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

THE PERFECT HOLIDAY SIDE DISH: Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash Roasted in a Maple Mustard Dressing, then Topped with Feta, Cranberries and Bacon Enjoy! Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Side Dish The most magical side dish with the perfect combination of sweet and savory, creamy and crunchy! 12 oz. bag fresh Brussels sprouts (halved)1 … [Read more...]

Roasted Cod with Balsamic Tomatoes

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

Roasted Cod with Balsamic Tomatoes     Roasted Cod with Balsamic Tomatoes Roasted Cod with Balsamic Tomatoes is a flavorful dish where tender cod filets are baked to perfection with a tangy balsamic tomato topping. Enjoy! 4 4 oz. cod filetsSalt and pepper1 pint cherry tomatoes2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar1 tsp dried basilSide: saladSide: … [Read more...]

Nashville Hot Chicken – Slow Cooker, Instant Pot & Grilled

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

The EASIEST TWIST for the TRENDY and VIRAL Nashville Hot Chicken! (Yes, I Know It's Supposed to be Fried!)  Friend.  I love a good fried chicken.  But not in the middle of a busy week.  I have zero time for the setting up of all the things and the frying and waiting.  So... I decided to take a swing at the Nashville Hot Chicken … [Read more...]

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