This Amish Cinnamon Bread is a no-knead "quick bread" that everyone will love! Amish Cinnamon Bread is a sweet, quick bread that doesn't require any kneading, and can be made with a few common ingredients you already have in your pantry! It makes for the perfect breakfast, snack or dessert. What is Amish Cinnamon Bread? Amish Cinnamon Bread is no-knead bread that … [Read more...]
Leprechaun Pancake Bites
I was recently issued a challenge - create a fun snack or party food using any of the Big G cereals. I chose Lucky Charms. For two reasons, it's our family's official "treat cereal" and because St. Patrick's Day is fast approaching. Even though I was working in these amazing kitchens with just about anything at my disposal, I still wanted to make something that … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast – Irish Soda Bread Wedges
When it comes to breakfast (or lunch) (or dinner) on St. Patrick's Day, I like to whip up a quick traditional soda bread. But as soon as I get the dough together, I go all non-traditional on it. I cut the dough into wedges...as they make the perfect portion...before baking it. As a child, wearing green and avoiding getting pinched were all I ever thought about when March 17 … [Read more...]
Christmas Tree Charcuterie Boards – Brunch & Appetizer
What happens when you combine Christmas parties, Christmas morning brunch, Christmas trees, and the latest charcuterie board trends?! THIS... It's time to have a little creative food fun with holiday gatherings and meals. When the invite says bring an appetizer... When your aunt says you're in charge of Christmas morning brunch... Here's what you … [Read more...]
Cinderella Latte Quick Bread and Muffins
Secret menu drink at Starbucks – the Cinderella Latte – as a quick bread or muffin! Pumpkin + white chocolate + a touch of mocha/espresso makes for THE BEST FALL MUFFINS AND QUICK BREAD! Have you heard of the Cinderella Latte from the ‘bucks?! It’s on the secret menu. Not all baristas even know about it. You HAVE TO TRY IT! It’s basically a … [Read more...]
Round-Up: July 4th Recipes
We've got all kinds of fun and frugal ideas for July 4th Recipes to serve at your BBQ, party, picnic, or backyard bash! Here's a list of some of our favorites from the archives... Beverages Breakfasts Side Dishes To Grill Desserts We hope you have a wonderful time celebrating our country and its independence this week! … [Read more...]
Easy Easter Brunch Recipes
Planning your Easter Brunch menu? Try one of these easy recipes! Easter Brunch is so special to us. I adore gathering around the table with my family and sharing a delicious homemade meal before we head out for "late church." I am a sleep-in-on-the-weekend kind of girl...and therefore am a regular attender of the last service available at our church. Even on … [Read more...]
Poblano Breakfast Scramble
This Poblano Breakfast Scramble is just what you need to add a kick to your boring eggs and sluggish mornings! Here's an easy way to level up your morning eggs! This breakfast scramble includes scrambled eggs of course, so if you aren't too confident with your egg cooking skills just yet... you'll want to check out my 5 tricks that will help you make perfectly … [Read more...]
12 Best Baked Oatmeal Recipes
When Oatmeal and Cake Gets Together and Has a Baby...You End Up the Best Baked Oatmeal!!! That's right - it's like an oatmeal cake. And you MUST TRY IT!!! It's a hearty, filling, and delicious baked oatmeal that will fill up even the hungriest of bellies. Here on $5 Dinners, we believe in making every meal of the day affordable and simple. And Baked … [Read more...]
Best Banana Bread Recipe with Caramel Glaze
A homemade caramel glaze makes this the best banana bread recipe ever - you'll never make homemade banana bread without this glaze again! It's time to level up your favorite banana bread recipe with a caramel glaze. You'll never make it without the glaze again! With this recipe, I'm sharing 3 different ways to bake this bread. No matter how you bake it, you'll definitely … [Read more...]