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Frugal Cleaning Tips – Being Frugal With Your Cleaning Supplies
You can spend a fortune on all types of specialized cleaners for your home, but there is no need. You already have almost everything you need in your home. Just use these frugal cleaning tips and start saving this week. My favorite frugal cleaners are vinegar and baking soda. Angie Meza has a few more […]
Continue readingPork Chops and Rice
Makes 4 servings 4 to 8 pork chops 1 (1 1/2-ounce) package onion soup mix 2 cups water 2 green peppers, sliced and divided 1 cup long-cooking rice, uncooked Sauté pork chops in a 12″ skillet until browned on both sides; remove to a platter. Add soup mix and 2 cups water to same skillet; […]
Continue readingChicken and Vegetable Bake
Makes 4 servings 4 red potatoes peeled and cut in eighths 5 carrots medium, peeled and cut in 1-inch pieces 2 ribs celery cut in 1/2 -inch pieces 1 onion small, sliced 1/3 cup butter or margarine 1 tablespoon parsley chopped 1 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/2 teaspoon basil dried basil leaves, crushed 1/2 teaspoon thyme […]
Continue readingBeef and Noodle Skillet
Makes 4 servings 1 pound ground beef, browned 2 (10 1/2-ounce) cans beef broth 1 (8-ounce) package elbow macaroni 1 (16-ounce) package pasteurized process cheese spread, cubed 1 cup salsa Place beef in a 12″ skillet; add broth. Heat to boiling; stir in macaroni. Boil until macaroni is tender; reduce heat and mix in cheese […]
Continue readingPizz-agna
Makes 8 servings 1 package yeast 1 cup water warm (110° to 115°) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 3 cups flour 1 pound ricotta cheese or dry cottage cheese (about 2 cups) 14 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded (about 3 1/2 cups) 1 egg slightly beaten 1 tablespoon flour 1/2 teaspoon […]
Continue readingPork Chop Skillet
Makes 4 servings 4 pork chops, well-trimmed 1 10-ounce can chicken broth 3/4 cup water 1 1-pound can tomatoes chopped 2 1/2 cups noodles fine, broken in pieces Salt Black pepper In skillet brown pork chops using shortening if necessary; drain off fat. Add chicken broth and water. Cover pan; simmer 15 minutes. Add tomatoes […]
Continue readingChicken Cilantro Enchilada
Makes 6 servings 2 chicken breasts whole, about 2 pounds 2 cups water 1 onion sliced 1 clove garlic minced 2 to 3 sprigs cilantro of fresh or parsley 1 1/3 cups chicken broth 2 10-ounce cans mild enchilada sauce 4 cups Monterey jack cheese coarsely grated 8 green onions thinly sliced 2 tablespoons cilantro […]
Continue readingBean Tater Tot Casserole
Makes 6 servings 1 pound lean ground beef (make sure to use lean or it will be really greasy) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 onion chopped 1 16-ounce bag frozen green beans 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 21-ounce bag tater tots 1. Crumble raw ground beef […]
Continue readingTurkey Burgers
Makes 4 servings 4 six ounces turkey burgers 4 hamburger buns Prepare turkey burgers as directed on package. Serve on buns. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.
Continue readingPotato-Chicken Bake
Makes 4 servings 3 cups potatoes, boiled and mashed 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided 1 (6-ounce) can French-fried onions, divided 1 1/2 cups chicken, cooked and cubed 1 (10-ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables, thawed 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream of chicken soup 1/4 cup milk 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon […]
Continue readingNacho Taco Salad
Makes 6 servings 1 pound ground beef 1/3 cup onions chopped 1 15-ounce can kidney beans drained 1/2 cup French salad dressing (spicy variety) 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 cups lettuce shredded 1/2 cup green onions sliced 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded 1 cup […]
Continue readingOven Pork Chops
Makes 8 servings 8 pork chops, 1-inch thick, loin pork chops may also be used 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon flour 1/4 cup dried minced onion 2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1 1/4 cups water boiling 1 cup sour cream dairy Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Brown chops in […]
Continue readingChicken in Creamy Gravy
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 can reduced fat cream of broccoli soup undiluted 1/4 cup fat free milk 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon pepper 4 lemon slices 1. In a nonstick skillet, cook chicken in oil until browned on both sides. (Approx. 10 minutes) Drain. 2. In a […]
Continue readingTexas Style Smoky Flank Steak
Makes 4 servings 1 beef flank steak (1 1/2 lb.) 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 onion large, cut in 1/4 -inch thick rings (about 4) 1 cup barbecue sauce hickory smoke Adjust oven rack 6 inches from heat source. Preheat broiler. Coat a broiler pan and rack with non-stick spray. Slash fat on steak […]
Continue readingThin Spaghetti with Walnuts
Makes 4 servings 1/4 cup olive oil 3 cloves large garlic, lightly crushed 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped Salt 1 pound fine spaghetti (spaghettini), fine linguine, or vermicelli 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley Pour the oil into a skillet large enough to hold […]
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