Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole
3.2.1230 This is my go-to casserole to bring a sick friend or a new mom.
Smart Food
Find tasty, budget-friendly food ideas here! This section is packed with tips on using SNAP/EBT benefits wisely and getting the most out of your grocery budget. From easy recipes that save you money to smart shopping strategies, we’ve got you covered. Learn how to eat well and save at the same time. It’s all about enjoying good food without breaking the bank. Dive into delicious, affordable meal solutions today!
The Cheese Dip That Will Make You Famous!
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Poinsettia Punch Recipe
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How to Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts in a Crock Pot
If you’re not cooking with frozen chicken breasts, you’re missing out on some frugalicious and fast dinners! They’re a busy mom’s secret to quick and easy dinners. 10 reasons you should be cooking with frozen chicken breasts… They’re a frugal shoppers delight! Costco sells a 6.5-lb. bag of frozen chicken breasts for $17. If you’re … Read more
Oven Bacon Recipe – The No-Mess Way to Cook Bacon
How to Make Bacon in the Oven
Recipe Type: Breakfast
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If you’re still cooking bacon in the frying pan or microwave, this is a must-read! It really is possible to cook bacon without a big, greasy mess. Once you discover how easy it is to cook no-mess bacon in the oven, you’ll never go back to your frying pan…I promise!
Ingredients
- Bacon (as many slices as you wish!)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Line a rimmed cookie sheet with foil.
- Place bacon strips side by side on the foil lined baking sheet.
- Bake 20 minutes or until crispy.
- Place on paper towels to drain.
- Let the baking sheet cool and the grease will harden on the foil…then, just throw it away – no pan to wash!
Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Filling
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Go Generic and Save!
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Crock Pot Chicken Taco Recipe
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BBQ Chicken – 2 ingredients!
A couple of months ago, we moved into a temporary corporate apartment, and I arrived with a huge bag of frozen chicken breasts from Costco (my answer to a super easy supper). I typically cook my frozen chicken breasts in a crock pot or on the grill, but I was limited to a 9 x … Read more
Dine for Less on Vacation – 5 Ways to Save Money
When our kids were young, the bulk of our vacation budget was the lodging. Somehow, my boys became teenagers without me noticing and they ate. Constantly. Fast food got expensive! Dinners got expensive! Even pancake breakfasts busted the budget. My vacation planning strategy had to change, so we didn’t go broke. As I discovered online … Read more