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ROUNDUP: Slider Bake Recipes

May 1, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Slide into Deliciousness with These Slider Bake Recipes That Are Perfect for Any Occasion!     … [Read more...]

Buffalo Chicken Slider Bake

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

Enjoy the Explosion of Flavor in these Buffalo Chicken Sliders It starts with shredded chicken - rotisserie or from the slow cooker - tossed in buffalo wing sauce, then layered into a slider bake!  All the best flavors of Buffalo Chicken wings...as a slider!  It's time to indulge with these easy and mouthwatering Buffalo Chicken Sliders! These savory sliders … [Read more...]

NEW COOKBOOKS: Feeding Teenage Boys on a Budget + Teen Cuisine

April 19, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

Introducing Erin Chase's latest cookbook about feeding teenagers on a budget, plus the companion mini-cookbook that will teach your teens how to cook scrumptious recipes with "Shorts" videos! The idea for this cookbook came to me about 15 years ago...in a booth at a lunch in NYC with my cookbook editor.  And the time to share it with you is now... So, yes...this is … [Read more...]

Are You Buying Meat at the Wrong Store and at the Wrong Time?!

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

Learn How Different Meat Prices at Different Stores Work So You Can Determine When & Where to Get the Best Deals Feeling the pinch at the grocery store lately, especially when it comes to meat prices? I got you! Join me on this eye-opening expedition, as we travel around town looking at meat prices at various grocery stores. Together, we will unravel the mysteries … [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...]

Skillet Boursin Chicken

April 2, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

This Scrumptious Pan-Seared Chicken with Creamy Boursin Sauce Will Be Your New Favorite Weeknight Dinner View more free cooking lessons in Erin's Learn to Cook on a Budget video series!  RECIPE: Pan-Seared Chicken with Creamy Boursin Sauce Skillet Boursin Chicken Balanced yet indulgent, this easy dish is the perfect combo of comfort and sophistication, … [Read more...]

Melty Mashup Recipes

March 8, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

melty mashups from Erin Chase and 5DollarDinners.com

Must-Try Melty Mashup Recipes for the Ultimate Food Experience! Melty Mashups allow you to indulge in the mouthwatering delight of combining two beloved treats into one irresistible fusion.  From "burger quesadillas" to "pizza pot pies," this trend ensures a double dose of ooey-gooey goodness that simply melts in your mouth. It's like extreme comfort food! … [Read more...]

NEW COOKBOOK: Learn to Cook on a Budget

February 14, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Learning to Cook is Easier than You Think! Your Wallet and Bank Account Will Thank You! Over the years, I've spoken with many people who get frustrated by their overspending on groceries because they don't know how to cook. So they overbuy, or sometimes underbuy, or they resort to dining out and dinner delivery 4-5 times a week.  If you are tired of the dining … [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...]

Dump & Bake Taco Chicken and Rice

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

When Chicken and Rice Night collides with TACO TUESDAY you get to enjoy this scrumptious Dump & Bake Taco Chicken! Love the easy and convenience of dump and bake chicken and rice casserole. This variation calls for a can of cream of poblano soup, and if you can't find that at your store, you can swap it for cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup … [Read more...]

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