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Cheesy Beef Spirals
Makes 8 servings 2 cups spiral pasta 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 1 onion chopped 1 clove garlic minced 1 26-ounce jar spaghetti sauce 1 4 1/2-ounce can sliced mushrooms drained 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 pound process American cheese cubed (such as Velveeta) 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1. Cook pasta according to package […]
Continue readingHomemade Dry Bread Crumbs
When you run out of those good dry bread crumbs that you bought try this method of making your own and save $3.00 a batch Ingredients: Save your old stale bread slices or bread ends (4-6) Pkg. Dry Italian Salad Dressing Mix or Ranch Dressing Mix or use none. Directions: Save the ends of bread […]
Continue readingHomemade Noodles
Homemade noodles: I triple the ingredients and freeze two portions. Enjoy! These noodles are a standby in our house. They are hearty, filling and very versatile. I use them as a side dish, in soups and in casseroles. I hope you enjoy them as much we do. 2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided 1/2 […]
Continue readingMacaroni and Tomatoes
I don’t know how much more frugal you can get than this, and it’s one of my most favorite comfort foods. Boil macaroni as directed on the package. Drain. Add a can of crushed tomatoes. That’s it for the basics. I like to add salt, pepper and butter to mine when it’s done cooking. I […]
Continue readingEasy White Sauce Mix
Keep this white sauce mix on hand for easy Macaroni and Cheese! White Sauce Mix 2 cups instant nonfat dry milk 1 cup flour 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 cup butter, margarine or shortening In a large bowl mix well dry milk, flour and salt. With pastry blender or 2 knives cut in butter until […]
Continue readingSpaghetti Pizza
Baked SPAGHETTI PIZZA ~kids love it! Done like a casserole or lasgna/layered Make it serve one or 10 with amounts! A) speghetti boiled to El Dente~layer 1 B)Meats~pick your favorites/sausage, peppperoni and/or beef cooked~ layer 2 C)Veggies favoroites/onions garlic olive mushrooms peppers etc~ layer 3 D)Sauce favorite/Marina sauce or can tomatoes/favorite spices~layer 4 E)Cheese favorites/Mozrella […]
Continue readingBBQ Sauce
1 pkg onion soup mix 1/2 cup ketchup Pepper to taste Mix ketchup, onion soup mix, and pepper in small bowl until well blended. Use on grilled chicken or pork chops Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click […]
Continue readingQuick Pizza
The kids love this, it’s cheap, quick and easy. Flour Tortilla Spaghetti sauce Mozzarella cheese (or whatever you like) Bake at 400 until cheese melts, enjoy 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 readingPasta and Bean Skillet
Makes 4 servings 1 cup salsa 2/3 cup uncooked elbow macaroni, wagon wheel pasta (rotelle) or small pasta shells (2 ounces) 3/4 cup water 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 (15-ounce) can pork and beans, undrained, or kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (2 ounces) 1. Heat […]
Continue readingTurkey and Pasta Casserole
Makes 4 servings 3/4 cup uncooked small pasta shells or elbow macaroni 1 pound ground chicken or turkey 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (from 1-pound bag) 1 (15-ounce) can Italian-style tomato sauce 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1. Heat oven to 400°. Cook pasta as directed on package. […]
Continue readingPasta Italiano
Makes 4 servings 8 ounces spaghetti or linguini 1/2 pound sweet Italian sausages 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional) 1/2 cup onions coarsely chopped 1/2 cup green bell peppers chopped 1 15-ounce jar marinara sauce 1 4-ounce can mushrooms sliced, drained (optional) 1 teaspoon sugar Parmesan cheese grated Cook spaghetti or linguini according to package directions; […]
Continue readingCheesy Pasta
1 lb your favorite pasta, cooked and drained 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1 t chopped garlic Cook pasta according to package directions, drain. Return to pot, and add the butter, Parmesan cheese and garlic. Stir until cheese is melted. Serves 4-6. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate […]
Continue readingDIP FOR FRIED GREEN TOMATOES
This dip goes perfect with your favorite fried green tomato recipe. It is quick and easy to put together, but really gives this popular southern appetizer the little something extra. Perfect for company but easy enough to mix up just for yourself. Dip For Fried Green Tomatoes 1/2 cup of Miracle Whip Dressing 1/3 cup […]
Continue readingFried Noodles
Take a quantity of cold leftover noodles 1 beaten egg bread crumbs salt and pepper Butter and olive oil Break apart cold noodles and toss with beaten egg that has had salt and pepper added to it. Sprinkle with bread crumbs to lightly coat noodles. Saute until golden brown and crisp in the butter and […]
Continue readingMacaroni & Tomatoes
1/2 lb. box of your favorite pasta (Seashells, Ziti. or Rotini are good choices!) Put in large pot with approx. 1 1/2-2 qts. of water Cook until tender but slightly firm to bite. About 7-10 min. (pasta will be larger than it was, but not overdone-“mushy”) Depending on your preference, drain part of the water […]
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