Category Archives for Snacks

Traditional Reuben Sandwiches

My family loves, loves, loves Reuben sandwiches. And, the truth is, when we order them at a restaurant, we are usually disappointed. This is the recipe that we make now instead of ordering out. Hot off the skillet with the cheese all melted… there’s no reason to get them anywhere else! Reuben Sandwich Recipe Ingredients […]

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Leftover Hot Dog Bun Bread Sticks

During the summer we always have extra hot dog buns after BBQing and I often end up tossing them. One day we cut the buns apart and buttered them. Then we topped with garlic and cheese and baked in the oven at 375 degrees for about 10 to 15 minutes. They turned out great! They […]

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Frugal Bologna Sandwich Spread

I made this spread when my boys were small…we all still love it. 1 to 1 1/2 lb. bologna(store brand on sale is fine)ground in blender. 3/4 c. pickle relish (home canned if you have it) 3 Tblsp. minced onion 1 Tblsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/2 to 1 c. mayo-type salad dressing (to your taste) Mix […]

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BLT Dip

1 Cup Mayo 1 Cup Sour Cream 1/2 Cup Shredded Lettuce 3 Roma or 1 Large Tomato 1 Pound Bacon Salt and Pepper to taste *1 cup shredded cheese (optional) Chop tomato. Fry bacon, drain, then crumble. Mix all together. Chill for 1hour to let flavors blend. Serve with crackers of vegetables. Disclosure: Some of […]

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Homemade Cracker Recipes

Saltines are a staple at our house that are served with all sorts of soups and stews. They are also perfect in all sorts of casserole recipes and my favorite – meatloaf. Here’s a quick and easy homemade cracker recipe that tastes just like saltines. Often it ends up being cheaper to buy them at […]

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Almost Hummus

7/8 cup dried pinto beans (soaked overnight) discard soaking water 2  1/2 to 3 cups cooking water Cook beans in water 1 1/2 hours to 2 hours or until tender. 1 tsp minced garlic 2 cups of the cooked pinto beans 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 TBSP water 1 tsp cumin […]

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Creamy Tahini Hummus

2 cans (16 oz) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 1/4 cup light olive oil 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth 1 large garlic clove, minced 1 Tbsp celery leaves 1/2 Tbsp sweet onion, minced 2 Tbsp lime juice (or lemon) 1 1/2 Tbsp tahini 1 tsp salt (more or less to taste) dash black pepper […]

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