Thanksgiving on a Budget: Easy, Delicious and "Oven-Free" Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Looking for a show-stopping side dish that won't break the bank this Thanksgiving? These crispy air fryer Brussels sprouts are about to become your new holiday hero. In just 15 minutes, you can transform humble Brussels sprouts into golden, caramelized perfection with crispy edges that … [Read more...]
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Feta – Thanksgiving Side Dish
Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Feta: The Thanksgiving Side That Converts Brussels Haters If you've been searching for a show-stopping vegetable side dish that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor, these roasted Brussels sprouts with feta are about to become your new Thanksgiving tradition. Golden-brown and caramelized on the outside, tender on the … [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...]
Antipasto Pasta Salad
Easy Antipasto Pasta Salad Recipe – Flavor-Packed, Colorful & Perfect for Parties This antipasto pasta salad is a vibrant and hearty dish loaded with Italian flavors and textures. Featuring a medley of salami, cheese, olives, tomatoes, and pasta tossed in a zesty Italian herb dressing - it's the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish or main dish for your family to … [Read more...]
Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash: HOLIDAY SIDE DISH
THE PERFECT HOLIDAY SIDE DISH: Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash Roasted in a Maple Mustard Dressing, then Topped with Feta, Cranberries and Bacon Enjoy! Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Side Dish The most magical side dish with the perfect combination of sweet and savory, creamy and crunchy! 12 oz. bag fresh Brussels sprouts (halved)1 … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes
The Ultimate List of Budget Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes! It's just a couple of weeks until Thanksgiving! Have you figured out your menu yet? While I do love turkey, I think sometimes my favorite part of the feast is all of the delicious side dishes! Here are some of our favorite budget friendly side dish recipes for you to consider for your menu... … [Read more...]
Dump & Bake Macaroni and Cheese
You Will Love this Cheesy Delight: The Ultimate Dump-and-Bake Macaroni and Cheese! It's the ultimate comfort AND EFFICIENT food! This Dump & Bake Macaroni and Cheese recipe is a cheesy masterpiece that's as easy to make as it is delicious. This no-boil, no-fuss recipe requires you to simply bake uncooked macaroni with a milk mixture. Once the pasta has cookd, … [Read more...]
Skillet Creamy Corn
A delightfully, nutty side dish using corn on the cob and some staples from the fridge and pantry! I whipped together this yummy corn side dish on the fly, to go with the Oven Tacos that I prepared on Big Bad Budget Battle show on Food Network. The challenge was to cook something from my hometown and I immediately flash-backed to the "taco truck tour" that I … [Read more...]
Easy Holiday Side Dish Recipes – Slow Cooker & Instant Pot
Easy Holiday Side Dish Recipes for the Slow Cooker and Instant Pot that don't require oven space! During holiday meal prep, oven and stove top space fills up REALLY FAST. When the space starts to run out... the frustration and the overwhelm and the heat starts to rise. My solution to this? Toss as many side dishes into my beloved countertop appliances as I … [Read more...]
Best Garlic Toast Seasoning Mix
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...]