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Beef Pad Thai

March 8, 2020 2269 Views 0 Comments

Beef Pad Thai is one of my favorite take out meals and my go to when we get Thai food. Here’s an easy version you can whip up in 30 minutes at home for dinner for only $10. Share this:Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new…

Easy Thanksgiving Stuffing

November 20, 2019 434 Views 0 Comments

This easy thanksgiving stuffing recipe only takes a couple minutes and can be whipped up right before the turkey is done. For only $3 per recipe this is a perfect side dish to add to your thanksgiving menu. Share this:Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new…

Bacon Crusted Meatloaf

October 9, 2019 2703 Views 0 Comments

This is my great grandmother’s recipe for bacon crusted meatloaf. It is easy to make and delicious every time! For only $1.08 per serving make some for dinner tonight! Share this:Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)

Vegan Dumplings

July 13, 2019 2488 Views 0 Comments

Since I love making my pork dumplings so much, I thought it would be good to do a veggie version too. For under $8 you can make a batch of these vegan dumplings to eat all week. Share this:Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)

Cuban Picadillo

June 26, 2019 1728 Views 0 Comments

A traditional Cuban dish for only $2.50 per serving, this Cuban Picadillo is a great dinner that keeps well in the freezer. Make some today! Share this:Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)

Nepali Chicken Curry

May 18, 2019 16308 Views 4 Comments

My Nepali friend Deepak taught me how to make this Nepali Chicken Curry dish. For $8 per recipe this is a flavorful dinner that will spice up your weeknight! Enjoy the recipe here! Share this:Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)

Shrimp and Grits

December 22, 2018 1322 Views 0 Comments

My cousin Rebecca taught me how to make shrimp and grits like they do in North Carolina and now it’s one of Julian’s favorite foods. It’s always a treat when I make this dish and the best part is that it only takes about 20 minutes! Try the recipe here! Share this:Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to…

Enchilada

December 16, 2018 1771 Views 0 Comments

These are one of my husbands like five approved (by me) recipes that he cooks. They are some of the most delicious enchiladas that I've ever had and they're really easy to make. They're also good to make large quantities of and eat throughout the week.

Coconut Chicken Curry

November 24, 2018 1414 Views 0 Comments

This Coconut Chicken Curry is a flavorful quick dinner for a busy weeknight. Especially if you don’t do any of the chopping. I used fresh peppers, onions, and carrots, but those can be bought already chopped and frozen to further reduce your cooking time. The longest thing will be the time it takes the rice to cook! Enjoy the…

Chicken Chili

November 3, 2018 897 Views 0 Comments

I'm not really a big chili person, but I LOVE this chili. It was inspired by a recipe that I lost a long time ago that my roommate's mom made for us in college and I fell in love with. It's creamy and just involves a lot of chopping and stirring. Perfect for a cool fall day.