My daughter’s favorite breakfast is leftover Chinese food and her favorite dinner is scrambled eggs. She’s a little backwards, but I am not going to judge because my favorite breakfast is leftover spaghetti. I decided to merge her two favorites into one dish that could be eaten any time of the day. I am accustomed to using cheese to add flavor toRead More
Repurposing Clothespins
Bumpkin Chip Clip Why spend $2.00 on a plastic chip clip that is just going to break and end up in a landfill? My bumpkin chip clip cost 4 cents (you can buy a bag of 50 for $1.99), is over 10 years old, and shows no sign of breaking: Ziploc Bag Dryer Ever wonderRead More
Beef Stew Casserole
I was surfing the web under the guise of research yesterday when I discovered a humorous post titled Why I Love this Man. The author, Karen Hawkins, wanted to make her grandmother’s soup but didn’t have all of the ingredients so she made some substitutions. The quinoa she used in place of the pasta soaked up allRead More
Garlic and Rosemary Red Potatoes
This quick and easy garlic and rosemary red potatoes recipe is made on the stovetop instead of in the oven. I was craving potatoes the other day, but I wasn’t sure I had enough time to make them with our dinner. So instead of baking potatoes or roasting them, I decided to boil quartered redRead More
Orange-Spice Ham Glaze
My kids love this spicy glaze and told me that I needed to share it. Although this recipe calls for pear sauce, I should note that it could be made with applesauce instead. In fact, I did make my ham glaze with applesauce for years, but the last time I made it I had an openRead More
Dairy-Free Fudge
You will not miss the milk in this dairy-free fudge recipe! Dodging dairy can be a little difficult at the holidays when recipes with cream and butter are flowing pretty freely. My oldest son cannot consume dairy, but I do not want him to miss out on the delicious candies. I don’t want him to feel deprived;Read More
Cinnamon Bark Candy Recipe
I love my Easy Peppermint Bark, but my husband’s favorite bark is this Cinnamon Bark. It is as easy to make as the peppermint bark and actually comes together faster. You can add any type of nuts to the bark including candied nuts. It only takes a couple of minutes to melt the white chocolate and theRead More
Chocolate Pecan Pie with Pecan Crust
On Thanksgiving day, I broke my “don’t experiment on the day of a dinner party” rule. I was getting ready to make my Chocolate Pecan Pie recipe when I decided that I didn’t feel like making a pie crust. First I tried to convince my daughter to make a pie crust for me, but she didn’tRead More
Baked Chicken Parmesan
During this hectic time of year it is important for me to plan easy recipes to fall back on. This simple recipe comes together quickly and is a lower fat alternative to Chicken Parmesan: no frying or breading! This is a one pan meal, which is nice when it comes time to clean up. I keep theRead More
DIY Gift: How to Make Coasters with Tiles
Coasters are easy to make and they cost very little to create, but they do take time. Usually you make coasters in sets of four. I bought six tiles, planning on ruining at least two. I’m a positive thinker that way. Actually, I ruined five and my son ruined the one perfect one (Note to self: don’tRead More
Asian Turkey and Rice Soup
This Asian Turkey and Rice Soup is a delicious twist on turkey soup. This afternoon my oldest son complained of having a sore throat. My first response was to make soup. I usually make Chicken and Rice Soup but this time I decided to experiment with leftover turkey. I also had leftover Basmati Rice andRead More
Chai Spiced Candied Nuts
My family loves candied nuts. I love how easy they are to make! They make a lovely and delicious gift for friends and neighbors at the holidays. One of the things I like about giving them as a food gift is that they are easy to package. You don’t have to worry about cutting evenRead More
Chocolate Haystacks
Beth from A Word From Aunt B is sharing a delicious Haystacks Recipe: My mom was great at making Christmas. She found all sorts of holiday activities for us kids. We hung butcher paper the length of the hallway and painted a winter mural. We made miles of paper chain. Christmas cards were crafted, as wasRead More
Join Ebates Before You Shop Online
Seriously, Join Ebates before you shop online, especially on cyber Monday when you will receive double cash back at most of the stores. I know it is your money, but it drives me crazy when you waste it. They are legitimate. I don’t buy a lot, but I have received over $40.00 cash back just buying theRead More
How to Make a Sugar Bowl Candle or Tea Cup Candle
Making Sugar Bowl Candles and Tea Cup Candles is an easy, frugal, do-it-yourself gift. They can be elegant or playful depending ont the containers you choose to use. You can also create a touching sentimental gift by repurposing chipped family china to make your candles. Tips for Saving Money on this Project: Buy sugar bowls orRead More
Homemade Turtle Fudge
This is a decadent variation on traditional chocolate fudge. This recipe make 4 1/2 pounds total, so it could easily be divided between 2 gift tins. I used my Easy Homemade Fudge Recipe as the base and then added melted caramels and pecans in the center and topped it with another layer of fudge. This recipeRead More
Mashed Potato Tips and Recipes
Today I shared my recipe for my Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole which is a delicious way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes. It is also a great way to salvage your mashed potatoes if you accidentally made them too runny. Since I have potatoes on my mind, I thought I would share a few more mashed potato tips and aRead More
Purple Mashed Potatoes
This is a fun twist on traditional mashed potatoes. I have found blue potatoes to be quite hardy and enjoy growing them in my garden. Whenever I share them with my friends they ask what blue potatoes taste like. Blue potatoes taste like potatoes, only a little more so. If you usually eat bland russet potatoes, youRead More
Barbecued Beef Stuffed Potatoes
I often make pulled pork or barbecue beef when my children host a game party. It is an easy, throw it in the slow cooker and forget it meal. I always make a lot because I never know how many people will show up or which teenage boys will be going through a growth spurtRead More
Gluten-Free Minestrone Soup with Quinoa Pasta
This soup tastes a lot like Olive Garden’s Minestrone Soup, though I probably add more veggies than they do. I use fresh spices and vegetables from my garden when I have them, but it can be made using frozen vegetables and dried spices in the off season. I reduce the cost of this soup byRead More
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