We used to make baked oatmeal for breakfast all the time when we lived in the Dominican Republic! There are so many great ways to make baked oatmeal. I thought I'd share my basic recipe, and you can mix in whatever you prefer...blueberries, strawberries, diced apples, dried cranberries, raisins...whatever! I made this in a 9x13 baking dish so that we would have leftovers for … [Read more...]
Homemade Cole Slaw
We had cole slaw with our dinner last night and I thought I'd share the recipe! Homemade Cole Slaw A creamy, delicious and easy homemade Cole slaw! 14 oz. bag Dole Cole Slaw1/2 tsp salt1 tsp garlic pepper2 Tbsp sugar1 tsp lemon juice1 tsp vinegar1 cup mayonnaise In small bowl, add salt, garlic pepper, sugar, lemon juice, vinegar and mayonnaise. … [Read more...]
Potato and Egg Breakfast Tacos
This recipe is featured in our 20 Meals from Costco for $150 Meal Plan #1. I knew that today would be a BUSY day, so I planned accordingly. Easy "breakfast dinner." I try to incorporate breakfast for dinner at least 2 or 3 times a month. Helps keep the cost down and brings a little more variety to the table. (Pun intended.) Plus, I was in no … [Read more...]
Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast
When eggs are on sale for $.88/dozen for the Easter holiday and you score a LARGE loaf of pre-sliced French bread for less than $1, you just can't pass up making a stuffed French toast dish! And with milk on sale for $1/half gallon and cream cheese recently marked down. Plus, there have been some great fruit sales lately...so we'll add some $.25 apples to this meal! A … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chip Cookies – Healthified
I have a little thing for chocolate chip cookies. I haven't made any for myself in a while. But when the coupon for Nestle chocolate chips showed up in the newspaper last night, I just couldn't help it. I had to buy a bag! As I was preparing the batter, I thought to myself, 'If I'm really going to make these, I might as well "healthify" them. Right!!??!! Toss in some … [Read more...]
How to Saute Asparagus
So....... I think you might be sauteing your asparagus wrong?!? Maybe?! You want to know my favorite (and the best!) way to saute asparagus. First, you let it soak in a little olive oil. (This is the secret hack!) Almost like marinating it. Sure, it takes a little forethought to remember to let it sit for a bit. But all you have to do … [Read more...]
Breakfast Tacos
Breakfast Tacos are a quick and easy meal that can be made for any time of day! Breakfast for dinner is always a frugal option. And one that I tend to forget about! Breakfast Tacos These are a family favorite! 10-12 eggs4-5 small potatoes, peeled and diced 1-2 Tbsp olive oilSalt and pepper to taste1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (Omit … [Read more...]
Huevos Rancheros
It's been a while since we had "Breakfast for Dinner"! Here is a quick and easy old favorite! Huevos Rancheros A hearty breakfast with a tasty sauce! A MUST try! 10 eggs 1/2 cup black bean salsa1 cup shredded cheese 8 small tortillas 2 Apples (side dish)2 Oranges (side dish) Scramble eggs. When eggs are just about finished cooking, add black bean … [Read more...]
Homemade Guacamole with Homemade Tortilla Chips
Homemade guacamole with homemade corn tortilla chips is the best snack there ever was! Homemade Guacamole with Homemade Tortilla Chips Simple and superb! 2 avocados2 cloves garlic, crushed2 tsp lemon juice2 Tbsp Rotel tomatoes2 Tbsp sour cream (omit if GFCFSF, tastes great without it!)1 tsp salt Scoop out flesh from avocado. Smash with fork.Add crushed … [Read more...]
Side Dishes for Soup
Well, "Soup Week" is coming to a close. I've got lots of soup in the freezer. In individual size portions for future lunches. We have been eating leftovers for lunch, but there was still plenty for the freezer. But what do you eat with soup? I think that certain soups could be eaten on their own. But others have definite "compliments" to them. As with any healthy meal, try to … [Read more...]