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Homemade Cream Cheese Frosting

June 17, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

The Best Homemade Cream Cheese Frosting: Smooth, Sweet, and Easy to Make There’s nothing quite like the rich, tangy flavor of homemade cream cheese frosting. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a smooth, creamy topping that elevates any cake, cupcake, or cookie. This foolproof recipe delivers perfect results every time—sweet, balanced, and irresistibly … [Read more...]

ROUNDUP: Cheap $1 Loaf Bread Recipes

June 16, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

$1 French Loaf Bread, So Many Possibilities: Cheap & Tasty Recipes You’ll Love Think that $1 loaf in the bakery is just for garlic bread? Think again. We’ve rounded up our favorite cheap and creative ways to turn that humble $1 grocery store loaf into satisfying meals and snacks. From hearty breakfasts to quick lunches and budget-friendly dinners, these recipes … [Read more...]

Air Fryer Garlic Bread Pizza

June 13, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

This air fryer pizza made with Texas Toast garlic bread is the perfect summer snack that the kids can make on their own! Love this easy "make your own pizza" that can be cooked in the air fryer. This recipe calls for frozen garlic bread, "Texas toast" style, but you could also use a bagel for the crust! Enjoy! Air Fryer Pizza Bagels Easy summer snack the … [Read more...]

Alfredo Marinara Beef Tortellini Bake

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

Creamy Alfredo Marinara Tortellini Bake: The Ultimate Comfort Food Casserole Made with the Most Underrated Sauce! This Alfredo Marinara Tortellini Bake with beef is a hearty, family-friendly dish packed with flavor.  Tender cheese tortellini are baked in a rich blend of creamy Alfredo and zesty marinara sauce, layered with seasoned ground beef and gooey melted … [Read more...]

Freezer Friendly Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Fajitas

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

Freezer Friendly Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Fajitas Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Fajitas A simple and quick to prepare for the freezer, and so fast to get going in the slow cooker. These are my favorite kind of “no-cook” dinners. And these shredded fajitas will not disappoint! Enjoy! 2 lbs beef chuck roastSalt and pepper1/2 cup red salsa1 Tbsp lime juice1 … [Read more...]

Smashed Chicken Caesar Wraps

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

Easy Smashed Chicken Caesar Wraps – A Flavor-Packed Lunch You’ll Want Every Day These Smashed Chicken Caesar Wraps are the ultimate mashup of bold flavor and effortless prep. Ground chicken and Parm are smashed and cooked to golden perfection, then wrapped up with crisp Caesar salad and a sprinkle of Parmesan in a soft tortilla. These wraps are perfect for a quick lunch, … [Read more...]

Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars

June 10, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Bright & Creamy Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars That Taste Like Summer in Every Bite If you're craving a dessert that's equal parts fresh, fruity, and indulgent, these Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars are the answer. With a buttery LEMON OREOS crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, and bursts of juicy blueberries, every bite is a perfect balance of tart and sweet. These … [Read more...]

Lazy 3-Ingredient Enchiladas

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

Bookmark and Print This Viral Lazy 3-Ingredient Enchiladas Recipe I predict this one will be on repeat at your house very soon!  It just takes 3 ingredients and a little time in the oven and your LAZY ENCHILADAS are ready to be enjoyed!  3-Ingredient Lazy Enchiladas These are such a breeze to throw together for a quick and "lazy" weeknight … [Read more...]

Freezer Friendly Pesto Tortellini Bake

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

Pesto Tortellini Bake

Freezer Friendly Pesto Tortellini Bake Pesto Tortellini Bake Super easy, super delicious! The whole family will love this flavorful pasta dish! 20 oz. cheese ravioli24 oz alfredo sauce4 Tbsp pesto sauce1/2 cup Parmesan cheese1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheeseGarnish: fresh basilSide: veggiesSide: salad Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly spray a … [Read more...]

The Fruit Flag Dessert – July 4th, Memorial Day, Veteran’s Day!

June 3, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 5 Comments

Fruit Flag - A Patriot Dessert for July 4th

If you're looking for a patriotic and uber healthy dessert, look no further! For Memorial Day, we headed to my dad's house for a backyard BBQ. Before I had both feet in the door, I'd been recruited to help with the fruit flag. It's not terribly time intensive, and with 2 of us working on it, I was surprised at how quickly it came together. And I learned quite a few tricks … [Read more...]

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