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Beef Bean Enchilada
Enchiladas is one of my favorite comfort foods and we have it on the menu quite often. The recipe below makes a nice big pan of beef and bean enchiladas. There is usually enough for dinner and a few leftovers for lunch. You can make them with the corn tortillas as suggested, or replace them […]
Continue readingBarbecued Pork Sandwiches
We love good barbecue around here. I used to head down to a little restaurant down the road to pick up a pound or two … until I figured out how easy it is to make my own. Look for pork roasts to go on sale and stock up when you can. You can freeze […]
Continue readingCreamed Chicken
Creamed chicken is such an easy and versatile dish (as you’ll see in a minute). It’s a staple around here. I serve it plain over noodles, rice or toast. If you have some leftover veggies sitting in the fridge, add them to the mix toward the end. Or use one of the 7 variations of […]
Continue readingChicken Pot Pie
Good o’l fashioned chicken pot pie is always a favorite around here. And if you make it from scratch, it’s a very frugal meal. Get the cheapest cut of chicken you can and just cook it. I like getting a whole chicken, cook it in the crockpot and then use some of the meat for […]
Continue readingPork Cordon Bleu Recipe
On our last evening in Germany, my mom made pork Cordon Bleu for all of us. It was a delicious meal and a perfect ending to a busy but fun trip and a great time visiting with my German relatives. I thought I’d share her recipe with you today. There are a few minor tweaks […]
Continue readingTuna and Rice Salad with Veggies
This is such a great summer salad. It’s full of veggies, rice and tuna. It’s a perfect example of healthy eating on a budget. It’s not just for summer though. Enjoy it as a yummy lunch throughout the year. You can make it ahead of time and pack it for lunch. Of course as with […]
Continue readingCreole Dirty Rice Recipe
This is a traditional dirty rice recipe that calls for liver. You can use either chicken or beef liver for it. Or if that isn’t your thing, replace the liver with a bit of sausage. This makes a nice one dish meal that’s filling and frugal. It’s also a great way to use up leftover […]
Continue readingOld-Fashioned Meatloaf
I love a nice meatloaf for dinner. One of my favorite parts is that it’s always enough food to have leftovers for the next day. Meatloaf sandwiches for lunch anyone? But it doesn’t have to stop there. Take your meatloaf, slice it and warm it up in some tomato sauce. Serve it over cooked spaghetti […]
Continue readingTuna Rice And Veggie Casserole
Unlike most traditional tuna casseroles, this one has rice instead of noodles which I’m liking better these days. The frozen (or leftover) veggies along with the cooked rice stretch one little can of tuna into a nice dinner for 4. It’s a great frugal meal that can easily be modified to make due with what’s […]
Continue readingShepherd’s Pie Recipe
This humble shepherd’s pie recipe has a lot going for it. It’s frugal, a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes and veggies and with the potatoes and cheese it’s perfect comfort food. I also love the fact that it’s a complete meal in one dish. Once it’s done, dinner is ready and there […]
Continue readingCrockpot Ham and Potato Casserole
I love this dish because it’s so simple and very tasty. If you’re not a big fan of mushrooms, use any “Cream of…” type soup. One year I made this with some cream of broccoli soup and added a little chopped up broccoli to the mix as well and it turned out really good. This […]
Continue readingTraditional Oven Roasted Turkey
November is here and I’m starting to think about Thanksgiving. It’s never to early to start planning for the main attraction which is why I thought I’d share my favorite traditional turkey recipe with you today. It’s simple, but comes out great every single time. The secret to a moist and delicious turkey is the […]
Continue readingSweet and Spicy Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs are on sale at my local grocery store this week. In the past I’ve cooked them with just a little oil and seasoning salt, but I was looking for something a little different this week. I came across this video and thought I’d share. And here’s the recipe. With a dish like this […]
Continue readingPiece of Cake Caribbean Chicken
Last week I shared a quick & easy recipe from Tracy over at Moms In A Blog and mentioned she’s writing a sweet little Kindle ebook called Cooking from the Pantry: The Busy Mom’s Guide to Creating Fabulous No-Fuss Meals in 30 Minutes or Less. The recipes are so tasty that I wanted to share […]
Continue readingChicken Coconut Curry
This is quite delicious. It isn’t exactly an authentic coconut curry because it doesn’t use expensive, hard-to-find curry paste. It is a close copy though, and I bet you’ll be wowed by how good and how cheap it is. 2 tablespoons oil 1 tablespoon curry powder 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 pounds chicken pieces, […]
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