Hillbilly Housewife - Page 2 of 221 - Low Cost Home Cooking From Scratch

Old Fashioned Snickerdoodles

These old-fashioned snicker-doodle cookies are my daughter's favorite.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. 1/2 cup margarine (1 stick) 3/4 cup sugar 1 medium egg 1 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1-2/3 cups flour 2 tablespoons white sugar […]

Curried Chicken

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Here’s a fresh take on leftover chicken. We love roasting whole chickens or putting a large batch of chicken on the grill. Either way we usually […]

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

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Magic Milk Shakes

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Beginner’s Bread

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Saving Soap Slivers – Frugal Tip

Don't toss that last little bit of the soap bar. Put it to use with these simple little tips.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Part of being frugal means using up every little bit of …well, everything. That even holds true for bar soaps. I’m sure you have some little […]

Sweet Pickled Cauliflower Recipe

We love this sweet and tangy pickled cauliflower. Perfect for sandwiches, snacking or to perk up a boring salad.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Cauliflower is coming into season and a simple way to preserve it is to pickle it. We like sweet pickled cauliflower as a quick side to […]

Homemade Towel Rug – Frugal Tip

Turn old towels into this cute diy bath rug.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Do you have some old bath towels that have seen their better day? We all have them and since I’m living frugally and trying to reuse […]

A Fun Little History Of Valentine’s Day

Curious how Valentine's Day became what it is today? Here's a fun little history lesson for you.

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Fun and Inexpensive Valentine’s Day Dates – Frugal Tip

Are you looking for some date ideas for Valentine's Day that won't break the bank? Give these a try. Of course they are fun any time of the year.

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10 Tips to Wake Up Refreshed and Raring to Go Every Day

Tired of waking up well... tired? Try these 10 tips to get a better night's sleep and wake up refreshed.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Are you tired of being tired? Tired of waking up to a blaring alarm clock after spending the night tossing and turning? Tired of needing insane […]

Beef & Mushroom Stroganoff

A simple beef stroganoff dish made with ground beef, mushrooms and sour cream or yogurt. Perfect for busy weeknights.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Creamy beef stroganoff is always a favorite around here. This recipe is made with ground beef, making it a frugal dinner option. You don’t need a […]

Rhubarb Cake Recipe

Here's my recipe for an old-fashioned German Rhubarb cake. Always a big hit around here with a cup of coffee.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. I am looking for a cake that my mother used to make. It was a little like apfel kuchen (apple cake) but it had rubarb on […]

How To Make Bone Broth

Here's how easy it is to make that first batch of bone broth. All it takes are the leftovers from that roasted chicken, some water and a splash of Apple Cider vinegar if you have it. The only other ingredients are heat and time.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Bone broth is the liquid you get from boiling bones in water for several hours. It has a lot of nutritional value, is full of minerals […]

Is My Baking Powder Or Baking Soda Still Good?

Not sure how fresh your baking soda or powder is? Test it before you start baking.

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. We all end up having baking soda and baking powder sitting in the pantry. And sometimes you’re not sure exactly how long that box or canister […]

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