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    Valentine’s Day Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispie Treats

    January 23, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

    Valentine's Day Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispie Treats Level up your Valentine's Day dessert with these chocolate dipped treats! I am always trying to come up with little ways to mix up old favorites, and this recipe is exactly that! If you haven't had chocolate dipped rice krispies yet, you need to try it!   How to Make Chocolate Dipped Heart Rice … [Read more...]

    Pumpkin Pie Granola

    September 29, 2022 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

    Make this homemade Pumpkin Pie Granola in the evening, and let it crunch up to perfection in the oven overnight! Granola is the most expensive ingredient on the cereal aisle, and it's so simple to make it at home. You will save so much money when you bake it at home.  When you use this tried and true overnight baking method, it will turn out perfectly crunchy (and not … [Read more...]

    Save Money: Make These Homemade Spice Mixes

    September 7, 2022 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

    best homemade spice mixes

    Skip the prepared packets and dressings - make these homemade spice mixes with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry! Mixing up your own spice mixes will help you save money on your grocery bill - because what not use what you already have?! My guess is you have most (if not all) of the ingredients you would need to mix up these different homemade spice mix … [Read more...]

    The Best Fluffy Homemade Pancakes

    July 25, 2022 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

    This not-so-secret ingredient will help make your homemade pancakes fluffier!! You'll see science in action in this pancake batter! Let's gooooo bubbles!!!  The buttermilk in this homemade pancake batter will "aerate" the batter with extra bubbles that will make your pancakes fluffier as they cook.  Add buttermilk to your next shopping list and then make these … [Read more...]

    Best Garlic Toast Seasoning Mix

    October 11, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

    Your Family Will Soon Be Obsessed with This Garlic Ranch Toast Too!  Not long ago...on a whim...I decided to add a bit of dry Ranch dressing mix to the garlic powder and... OBSESSED. But not before someone asked about the "lettuce" on the bread. One of my boys has an eagle eye for green things in their food and I couldn't help but chuckle when he asked me about … [Read more...]

    Fall Harvest Salad with Maple Mustard Vinaigrette

    October 4, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

    A magical combination of flavors and textures make for the perfect Fall Harvest Salad! I predict you will soon be as obsessed with this flavorful autumn salad as I am.  It strikes just the right balance of crunch and smooth plus sweet and salty.  I have a great list of topping ideas  AND...the maple mustard vinaigrette is super simple to make with … [Read more...]

    Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix (Regular & Dairy-Free!)

    November 23, 2020 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

    Perfectly simple and delicious Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix! This homemade mix is perfect for any hot cocoa lover, because there is a regular AND dairy free version. It makes a precious gift for your loved ones, neighbors, and besties too! Mix it - Store it - Gift it! :)   Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix A regular and dairy-free version of hot cocoa mix … [Read more...]

    Best Buttercream Frosting for Cakes Recipe

    September 15, 2020 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

    There are 2 key elements to making the best buttercream frosting for cakes - a lot of patience and this amazing recipe! After you try this recipe for the best homemade buttercream frosting for cakes, you won't ever want to buy a jar of frosting again!  The key to this recipe is patience. Making a homemade cake is a labor of love, and when planned well into your … [Read more...]

    Schitt’s Creek Fans: Recipes Inspired by the Show & How to “Fold in the Cheese”

    July 20, 2020 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

    From Moira's Aaanchiladas to Twyla's Questionable Smoothies, I have the best list of Schitt's Creek inspired recipes for you This beloved show skyrocketed in popularity in recent months, and for good reason. It's a feel-good show, riddled with enough dark humor and enough silliness to make you want to watch it three times through. (Not that I've done that.)  The … [Read more...]

    The Best Homemade Recipes

    April 2, 2020 by Lauren Drawdy 1 Comment

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    Have some extra time on your hands? Trying to use up some pantry ingredients? You are going to adore these homemade recipes!       … [Read more...]

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