It’s almost time for Easter! I wanted to give you a couple of menu ideas for Easter dinner that will help you save money, but also still be delicious. Most grocery stores will have traditional Easter foods on sale right now, so take advantage of that. You can use the Item Search to see which […]
Summer is here which means we’re constantly firing up the grill for dinner. With this weekend being Fourth of July, a lot of us are going to be standing over the grill on Monday. With my quest to healthiness, we’ve been grilling a lot lately so I’m trying to changing it up a little and […]
During cold days, there is not much more comforting than a hot pot roast with gravy and potatoes and carrots. It’s a classic recipe that turns an inexpensive cut of meat into a tender meal. This recipe for slow cooker pot roast makes it super easy. Sear the meat first to create a deep and […]
I made this dinner one night when I didn’t really have a plan in place. This was one of those dinners that I went looking around the pantry and freezer for ingredients that may go together. And now it’s one that we eat often! This stir fry with Southern veggies is easy and flavorful (and […]
Who says comfort foods are only for winter? It may be hot outside, but there are still some days that I want a food that makes me feel homey and happy. This chicken and dumplings recipe is great for when I’m feeling nostalgic. It’s really easy, doesn’t require a ton of ingredients, and it uses […]
Whenever we are planning and packing for a trip, I always find myself standing in the pantry trying to decide what we can make from items in the pantry. Taking as many grocery items with you (and not shopping at the vacation grocery store) will save you a ton of money! Sometimes staring into […]
Shepherd’s pie is a favorite at my house. Every bite contains basically everything you should want from a meal: protein, veggies, carbs (my girls love the mashed potatoes…). Plus, it’s yummy and really hearty. This recipe also freezes well. Once you’ve assembled your pie, let it cool, cover it well (either with plastic wrap and […]
If you’ve got veggies and a protein, you can make stir fry! Stir fries are quick and they’re great because you can basically use whatever you have on hand. Really, you just can’t go wrong with a bowl full of veggies. And it’ll be way better than takeout! PrintQuick Stir Fry Ingredients3 tbsp olive oil […]
If you’re like me, you don’t mind eating chili all year long, but I know there are some of you who are longing for summer salads and gazpachos. We’ll get there soon enough, but I wanted to make a big pot of chili the other night that still made us feel cozy (despite the 80 […]
