Looking to make an easy snack a little bit more of a treat? This easy caramel popcorn fits the bill. You probably have everything you need in your pantry, and it only takes a few minutes (plus the time it takes to make the popcorn!). Get this started and turn on a movie for a […]
Growing up, I never thought I liked carrots. As an adult, though, I realized that I had just never had carrots that were prepared well. These Instant Pot carrots may be able to convert any carrot haters in your house; my kids don’t all love them, but they all eat them without much complaint. They’re […]
Everybody loves enchiladas, but I think when most people think of enchiladas, they picture a red sauce. Those enchiladas are delicious, but I also love an alternate version with a white sauce. These white chicken enchiladas are not part of any kind of restricted diet plan, but they’re worth trying! Instead of a red sauce, […]
Chicken is one of the cheaper meat options at the grocery store, so incorporating it into your meal planning makes sense. And if you like using chicken as a main ingredient in things like casseroles, salads, or enchiladas, then I’ve got what I think is the easiest way to prep the chicken. All you need […]
I don’t know about you, but there are certain foods that appeal to me in cold weather (soup) and others that appeal to me in warm weather (egg salad). I don’t think I could stomach egg salad even in our mild southern winters, but it’s something I really crave in the summer. Egg salad is […]
If you’re trying to eat less meat (or simply wanting to use a super frugal ingredient), you’ve got to try these black bean patties! Black beans are inexpensive and have lots of protein and fiber. I like to quickly dry my black beans in the oven before making the patties (this helps prevent a potential […]
With a large family, having easy and healthy snacks on hand is important to me. Hard boiled eggs fit the bill because they are full of protein, low mess, and super cheap (especially with 20+ chickens in the side yard)! You can make a bunch at once and keep them in the fridge so they’re […]
