Recipes
My frugal saving tips include quick easy dinner recipes using ingredients that I get by using coupons, shopping farmers markets, clearance isles, and by shopping strategically online. Easy home cooking recipes include dinners, simple lunches and breakfast options that are both frugal and tasty. I strive to bring my readers lunch recipes kids will actually eat, and quick easy breakfast that you can grab while running out the door. By easy I mean things that do not take more than 30 minutes to make, and easy quick dinner recipes are always simple with no complicated directions or ingredients to go searching for. Since this is a lifestyle blog, occasionally you will find adult drink recipes and homemade things like bread, granola and cheese tutorials. Throughout my blog you will find grocery shopping tips to save money so that you are able to stretch your food budget while always having food in the fridge and cupboards. This frugal family does not believe in eating a lot of boxed ingredients or highly processed foods. We prefer simple home cooked meals that are minimally processed, but from time to time you will find meal ideas using boxed goods and top brands.
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How to Season Cast Iron
A couple months ago I purchased cast iron pans and a grill sheet. I purchased the pans from Amazon Bayou Classic 7403, 3-Piece Cast Iron Skillet Set, 6″, 8″, 10″ for $23. 78 and I do believe they are still that price. The problem is I purchased a returned item which was less money but one of the pans needed to be re-seasoned and I did not know how to, o I asked my grandmother if she knew how and luckily she did. Grandmothers know everything apparently:) So this is how you season cast iron. With pictures to help you a long the way… You will need to wash your cast iron with a…
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Frightful Halloween Recipes From FRANKENWEENIE
Check out these frightful Halloween recipes in perfect time for FRANKENWEENIE which will be released in theaters on October 5th! My kids are so excited to see this movie and we get to go on Monday so we can come back and tell all of you about it!! Take a look at these recipes and then head down below to get a sneak peak at the trailer and some other stuff. And here’s some cool looking activity sheets to get your children excited about FRANKENWEENIE! I’m sure your kiddos will have a frightful time with these, I know mine have. …
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Mexican Chicken
Given the opportunity to write a guest post was very nerve wracking for me! I knew right away what recipe to pick….but getting the nerve up to do it was a very different story…..but the food choice ~ that was easy! What is your favorite kind of food?? Any doubts? Did you have to think about it? I SURE didn’t! I could easily live off of it… enchiladas, chips and salsa, tacos…..YES…you guessed it ~ MEXICAN food. Tortillas, fajitas, margaritas…yummmmmy! Oh! And you can’t leave out guacamole! I am getting hungry just thinking about it. Do you have a favorite place to get that favorite food?? Locally, it is easy for me. An…
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How to Keep Basil Plus a Pesto Recipe
Basil is a wonderful herb with lots of qualities but one negative thing about it is it wilts and gets slimy quickly. Fortunately, it’s an herb that freezes rather well and does not lose its pungent taste or smell. To freeze basil stick it into a ziplock freezer bag, squeeze the air from the bag and then toss into the freezer. Do not forget to write the date you froze the basil onto the freezer bag so you can ensure freshness. Fresh Pesto 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves 3 cloves garlic crushes and peeled 1/4 cup pine nuts 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black…
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Liquid Amino Diet – Wk 1 – 13lbs Lost
As most of you already know I’m doing the Liquid Amino diet. If you would like to try this diet you can purchase the kit at a fantastic savings this week through here and save $22 but the sale ends today 7/23/12. Week one is completed and I’m down 13 lbs. Week one of the Liquid Amino diet was extremely hard. No processed sugar, no caffeine, no processed junk food. Yes it was hard for me. But you know what, by the end of the week I was feeling pretty successful because I did not cheat once. Even today when we were in Seaside I did not go off of my…
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Gluten Free Dog Treats
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups gluten free flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 cup chicken stock 1/4 cup gluten free peanut butter 1 egg 1/2 cup cheddar cheese Directions: If you don’t have a dog with gluten intolerance you can just use what’s on hand. Otherwise pick up gluten free products at any organic grocery store isle Throw everything into a mixing bowl. Mix everything until it comes out thick so you can roll it and use a cookie cutter bake at 375 for about 45 min turning every 10-15 min so they do not get too dark *Thanks to admin Crystal Sherman for this awesome recipe! Below, Crystal’s dog Jax.
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How to Fillet a Fish
The first of a new series on my blog of How to videos. My hubsand insisted I start this series with the Steelhead he just brought home. Hope you enjoy:) Supplies you’ll need Fish sharp fillet knife cutting board Warnings Do not wash fish in hot water, cold water only. freeze or cook immediately for freshness. How to Fillet a Freshly Caught Fish.
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Crock Pot Green Chili Chicken Tacos
Daily Recipe brought to you by Coupons and Friends! Check out this yummy recipe, I know I can’t wait to try it! Crock Pot Green Chili Chicken Tacos What you need: 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 cup of green salsa 1 cup of salsa 7oz can of chopped green chilis Easy Peasy Recipe: Put all ingredients the crock pot on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours. Shred chicken with 2 forks after allotted time! Taco Shells: Heat oil on medium until hot. Submerge corn tortilla in oil for about 10 seconds, flip tortilla with tongs and fold cook folded on each side until barely browned. Repeat.…
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Salmon Cakes: A Recipe Review!
Yummy Salmon Cakes from ComfyBellyBlog were a hit at my house. I mean a HUGE hit. Even my 9 year old super picky son ate these bad boys! Not only were they scrumptious but they were seriously easy to make, fast, and a true comfort food. Would I make them again? YES! And I already have…3 times;) My tips: Use a thick yogurt such as Fage. The thinner yogurt didn’t taste that great but Fage was wonderful in these salmon cakes. And listen to the blogger when she says to use Greek yogurt. Experiment with spices and herbs. I added chili peppers in one of my batches. They were too…
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Chocolate Spiders Recipe
Ingredients 1 Package 12 oz semi sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips 1 cup finely chopped salted peanuts 1 can dry chow mien noodles Directions Melt the chips until thoroughly melted, add noodles and nuts. Drop spoonfuls onto wax paper. Place in the fridge for 15-20 minutes or until firmly set. *Note: You can add eyeballs by using red hot candies or chopped peppermint candies.
