It’s hard to believe a new year is around the corner, isn’t it? Although it happens, well, once a year, it always takes me by surprise. Over the years we have had bigger gatherings on New Year’s Eve, but sometimes it’s just our family and maybe a friend or two. Either way, it’s always fun […]
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 […]
Christmas is just a few days away, and you may already have family at your house! Or maybe you have one last holiday event to go to and need something to take. I’ve got you covered with these 10 simple holiday desserts, many of which could be made with your kids and that use ingredients […]
One of the reasons I love cooler weather is because it puts me in the mood for soup, and I love soup! Additionally, soup is an incredibly frugal meal. Many soups include all the food groups, but if I need to add some filler, I can quickly make a loaf of bread for “soppin’,” as […]
I love making this marshmallow salad for holidays! It reminds me of vintage recipes and it can be served as dessert or right alongside the main course. Feel free to add sliced grapes, shredded coconut, or whatever else sounds good to you! Tip: Mix everything together about 1 hour before you’re ready to serve. This […]
Who doesn’t love a big bowl of carbs? We love eating pasta here because it feeds a lot of people, it can be beefed up with a limited amount of protein, and it’s super frugal if you get pasta on sale! Over the years we’ve found many recipes that have become regular menu items in […]
If you have any dietary restrictions, you know finding good substitutes for things you enjoy can be hard. I’m always on the lookout for recipes to add to my repertoire for me or any others who need some alternatives. I’ve been trying to limit how much dairy I eat lately, so I’ve been exploring making […]
