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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...]

Ted Lasso Cookies – “Biscuits with the Boss” Shortbread

September 12, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

TED LASSO COOKIES or "Biscuits with the Boss" or "Be a Goldfish" Cookies - I Don't Care What You Call Them, Make Them Today! Ted Lasso is taking over the internet - it's just the dose of positivity and fun that we need in our lives. "Be a Goldfish" is now something I tell myself and my boys.  It's a silly line that diffuses the moment, and helps provide … [Read more...]

Cinderella Latte Cookies

September 7, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Secret menu drink at Starbucks - Cinderella Latte - in cookie form... this will be your new favorite fall cookie!  OH MY GOODNESS... I can't get enough of these cookies...or the new Cinderella musical on Prime. 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 … [Read more...]

Cinderella Latte Quick Bread and Muffins

August 27, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

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...]

Caramel Apple Spice Dump Cake

August 24, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Caramel Apple Spice Dump Cake is everything you need for an easy dessert this Fall! I love easy dessert recipes that don't require any measuring!  All this takes is 4 ingredients...no measuring cups...plus about an hour to get it baked.  The end result is a DELIGHTFUL Caramel Apple Spice dessert.  Dump cake...crumble...crisp...crust-less … [Read more...]

Peppermint Mocha Cookies – Starbucks Drink Cookie Series

August 16, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 1 Comment

Peppermint Mocha Cookies are the Ultimate Flavor Combination for the Perfect Holiday Treat!  Peppermint and chocolate are just made for each other. These two delightful flavors are mixed in beloved and well known holiday treats, ice creams, coffee drinks. We can now add these incredible cookies to the peppermint-mocha club. Grab the ingredients and get to … [Read more...]

MUST-HAVE! The Work & School Lunches Meal Plan

July 7, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom 2 Comments

It’s here…it’s finally here. I asked you what you wanted in a new meal plan and over and over you said lunches. I have pulled together some amazing recipes and resources that will help you with the lunch packing process – for both school and work! In this lunches meal plan, you’ll find: 10 freezer friendly and make ahead lunch recipes with shopping list 5 Mason … [Read more...]

Key Lime Poke Cake

July 6, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Key Lime Poke Cake has a Refreshing Taste of Summer in Every Bite of this  This key lime poke cake features key lime flavors in both the filling and the frosting - making it the perfect summer cake! How to Make a Poke Cake Step 1 - Bake & Cool the Cake Step 2 - Make the Pudding or Jello "Filling"  Step 3 - Prepare the Frosting Layer Step 4 - Once … [Read more...]

Bacon Cheddar Chicken Salad

April 15, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

This Bacon Cheddar Chicken Salad is absolutely the best ever chicken salad recipe. And below you will learn the CRUCIAL INGREDIENT for the perfect chicken salad! AND... The most important way to cook that ingredient!   You could say that the title of this recipe speaks for itself. But, I'm going to go ahead and gush about it anyways. I think what makes … [Read more...]

Sandy Beach Fruit Kebabs

April 12, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

sandy beach fruit skewers

THE MOST FUN SUMMER SNACK THERE EVER WAS... Sandy Beach Fruit Kebabs! First, make a shallow "ocean" with blue jello on a shallow platter. Second, put graham crackers into the blender or food processor to make "sand." Then, make the fruit kebabs. Once the jello has set, sprinkle the sand on top to create the "oceanfront." Finally, roll the kebabs in the "sand" to … [Read more...]

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