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Simple Banana Oatmeal Cookies
I’ve been doing a good bit of baking lately and today I’m making a batch of these banana oatmeal cookies. Since we’re all stuck in the house, with extra time on our hands, it only makes sense. Plus it’s a great way to relieve stress and feel like we’re treating ourselves to a little something […]
Continue readingInstant Pot Creamed Corn Recipe
I don’t know about you, but I can use all the help I can get cooking around the holidays. If you’re making a lot of the traditional dishes from scratch, every burner on your stove will be in use and you have a timetable for what goes in the oven when. Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, […]
Continue readingEasy Instant Pot Red Beans And Rice
One of our favorite frugal weekday meals is red beans and rice. It’s filling, tasty, and just about cooks itself. There’s no soaking or stirring of the posts needed. If you’re wondering how to cook those red beans and rice everyone talks about as a great frugal meal to help you save money, this […]
Continue readingHomemade Corn Chowder Recipe
Let’s talk about this homemade corn chowder recipe. It’s one of my favorite “made-from-scratch” soup recipes and for good reason. It’s frugal, it’s easy, and it comes together in a snap. Most importantly, the end result is a delicious soup that’s full of complex flavors. Serve it for lunch, or add a sandwich and call […]
Continue readingInstant Pot Steel Cut Oats
If I had to limit myself to only one electric pressure cooker dish, this instant pot steel cut oats recipe would be it. It’s by far my most prepared dish and a breakfast favorite around here throughout the week. It’s simple, inexpensive, and filling. Don’t let the length of directions intimidate you. Since this is […]
Continue readingPlain Cornbread
Cornbread is a staple around here. It comes together quickly and goes perfect with chili, soup or stew. And of course you need a cornbread when you make a big batch of pinto beans. Here’s how I make mine from scratch. 2 medium eggs 1-1/4 cups milk 1/4 cup oil or melted butter 1-1/2 cups cornmeal […]
Continue readingBeginner’s Bread
3 cups of white or whole wheat flour, or 1-1/2 cups of each (plus a little extra flour for kneading) 1 teaspoon salt 1 packet, or about 2 teaspoons yeast 1 tablespoon sugar or brown sugar or honey 2 tablespoons oil 1 cup warm water (not hot, just warm) When you need a recipe […]
Continue readingBread Pudding
Whenever we need an easy weeknight dessert or just have some leftover bread that needs using up, I whip up a batch of this bread pudding. You can use any type of leftover bread for this. Just toast it and cut or tear it into small chunks. This recipe is from my 35 Homemade Bread […]
Continue readingHomemade Beer Bread
We love making beer bread around here. It’s so quick and easy and comes out great every time. It’s the perfect thing to throw together and take over to friend when you’re invited for dinner. Beer bread and a little butter makes a great appetizer or snack. Make sure you use self rising flour or […]
Continue readingHomemade Strawberry Muffins
These homemade strawberry muffins are perfect when strawberries are in season.. They are yummy, look cute and best of all they freeze really well. In fact the recipe is straight out of my Freezer Muffin Kindle Cookbook. Homemade Strawberry Muffins Serves: 8 Ingredients 1 3/4 cups flour 1 cup strawberries, chopped 1/2 cup milk […]
Continue readingNutty Pumpkin Bread Recipe
One of the best things about fall is all the yummy pumpkin spice recipes. I shared my favorite pumpkin spice mix with you a few days ago and today would like to share a recipe that uses it. This makes a fantastic loaf of pumpkin bread. I love the added flavor and texture from the […]
Continue readingHomemade Zucchini Bread Recipe
One of the kid-friendliest ways to use up a bunch of zucchini is to “hide” it in a yummy breakfast bread like the one below. If you don’t tell them, they’ll never know it’s got a nice serving of vegetables right inside the warm loaf of yummy breakfast bread. My husband even went so far […]
Continue readingCast Iron Skillet French Toast
You know that I love my cast iron skillets. I won’t bake up cornbread in anything else, but they are useful for so many other cooking jobs as well. Once you’ve built up a nice bit of coating on them, they cook better than any non-stick pan. Today I’d like to share my recipe for […]
Continue readingHealthy Raspberry Muffins
I love a nice muffin in the morning. They can be made head and will be waiting for you to be enjoyed with your first cup of coffee. Muffins make a great portable breakfast and are also fun additions to any lunch box. This particular muffin recipe is full of ingredients that are good for […]
Continue readingTuna and Rice Salad with Veggies
This is such a great summer salad. It’s full of veggies, rice and tuna. It’s a perfect example of healthy eating on a budget. It’s not just for summer though. Enjoy it as a yummy lunch throughout the year. You can make it ahead of time and pack it for lunch. Of course as with […]
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