This is the time of year when I really enjoy baking, and I wanted to try something new this year. I had seen versions of “poptart” bars on social media, and once I had the basic idea, I made my own. These taste just like the popular brown sugar cinnamon toaster pastries, which were one […]
As Christmas break approaches, I’ve been looking for some easy crafts to do with the kids. Going in with a plan and having the supplies on hand makes a fun family craft time more doable (and more fun). Turn off the television and gather around the table to make some crafts! If you make sure to store them carefully, […]
This easy Chex Mix recipe is a great addition to your holiday season! This recipe is a very basic Chex Mix recipe, but you can add lots of additional yummy ingredients like pretzels, peanuts, or cheese crackers. PrintFrugal Recipe: Chex Mix Party Mix Ingredients3 cups corn Chex cereal 3 cups rice Chex cereal 3 cups […]
A friend introduced me to dough using only two ingredients: self-rising flour and plain Greek yogurt. She used the dough to make round hot pockets, and hers were filled with pizza toppings. They were delicious and my family loved them, so I decided to try making my own with breakfast ingredients so we could have […]
I love a good cheese ball during holiday gatherings and this easy cheese ball recipe is no exception. It’s easy to put together and is great with crackers, vegetables, or pretzels. Tip: This is optional, but try toasting your pecans before chopping them up! It makes for a deeper pecan flavor. Preheat your oven to […]
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope you have a fabulous day with your family and friends and really celebrating the good things in your life. More than likely you’ll have a ton of leftovers, especially if you’re hosting. Thanksgiving leftovers are delicious on their own, but there are also recipes you can use to use up Thanksgiving […]
This traditional sweet potato casserole is a crowd favorite! It’s sweet and comforting and includes the perfect layers of sweet and crunch. You can add nuts if you’d like: simply add finely chopped pecans or walnuts to the brown sugar mixture before sprinkling over the sweet potatoes. PrintSweet Potato Casserole Ingredients2 lbs sweet potatoes 1/4 […]
This is the time of year when many of us have numerous gatherings to attend, many of which ask us to bring something! I’ve come up with a list of 12 easy appetizers from my kitchen as well as others I’ve enjoyed. These are all pretty easy to prepare, relatively frugal, and are sure to […]
