At this time of year, it seems like we have a steady stream of candy coming into our house. With multiple kids in different activities and all the approaching holidays, it’s nonstop! I decided to try using my simple cake mix cookie recipe and see if I could use up some of the candy. […]
Sweet potatoes aren’t just for casseroles (though those are delicious, too)! In the fall and around the holidays, you can find sweet potatoes for great prices. Here’s a list of 21 different recipes you can try with them! Tip: use the Item Search to find where sweet potatoes are on sale at stores near you! […]
I love this recipe for noodle stir fry because it’s loaded with veggies and it’s quick for a weeknight meal! To make it even easier, use shredded rotisserie chicken. PrintEasy Noodle Stir Fry Ingredients8 oz uncooked spaghetti noodles 2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium zucchini, sliced 1 medium yellow squash, sliced 1/2 cup sliced onion […]
The holiday season is magical but to be honest the big meals can be absolute chaos. Between events, travel, cleaning, and last-minute errands, the pressure to produce a fabulous meal can drain the joy out of your day. That’s where make ahead dishes come in. If you can prepare the big stuff ahead of time […]
Rotisserie chickens are a great option for a frugal grocery budget because they are about as cheap as a whole chicken, but they’re already cooked! You’re saving both time and money. Another great thing about a Rotisserie Chicken is that they can be used in so many different ways. You can certainly serve it as the […]
This is the time of year when many local groups and churches get together for a big chili cookoff. My biggest advice is to make sure it’s flavorful, but not too spicy. You never know what kind of tolerance for heat the judges will have, and if they don’t like spicy food, the rest of […]
Have you ever been to Carrabba’s and had their Mama Mandola’s Sicilian chicken soup? It’s a super flavorful and slightly spicy chicken soup. This copycat recipe is easy to make and tastes so much like the restaurant! Tip: I used Better Than Bouillon to give this soup a rich taste, but you can always substitute […]
If you’re trying to save money on groceries, sticking with more frugal meat options is one way to do it. Chicken is one of the more inexpensive meat choices, plus it’s a healthy meat option! To save the most on chicken try to find a way to buy in bulk. We grab ours from a […]
I make this hamburger soup pretty often for a few reasons: it has tons of veggies (yay nutrients!), it freezes really well, and it’s really, really tasty. It’s great served with grilled cheese sandwiches! This recipe is adapted from The Pioneer Woman’s hamburger soup. PrintHamburger Soup Ingredients1 lb ground beef 1 large onion, diced 2 […]
