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Homemade Febreeze
Hey, I am a frugal reader on a welfare budget. I found several recipes for homemade cleaners, and the one I use the most is homemade febreeze. Super easy too! Get fabric softer at the store….I like downey April fresh, but you can use any that the ingredients say Ionic or cationic on the label…this […]
Continue readingOreo Madness
Easiest dessert you’ll ever make! This cost me $4.22 to make. It’s frugal and tasty! It makes 12 muffin-sized desserts. You could also use most sized pans, and then cut them into squares after refrigerating. 1 package of Oreos, crushed to chunky crumbs 1 package (8 ounces) of cream cheese, softened 1 cup of semi-sweet […]
Continue readingOld Sauerbraten Recipe
When I go to Germany to visit my family, I always love to spend time sitting around the kitchen table talking about old recipes. Even though we all have tweaked the recipes to fit more modern methods (even my grandmother), there are some authentic recipes that are just fun to read about, even if we […]
Continue readingChicken Paprika
1/4 cup butter 1 large onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 TBSP. paprika(yes, one Tablespoon!) 1 cup sour cream 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 2 cups chicken broth 2 tsp. flour 3 pounds chicken pieces In a large skillet, heat butter. Add the onion and garlic and saute until golden brown. Stir in […]
Continue readingLeftover Any Meat And Weenie Stew
Left over stew meat or pot roast (1 cup or less) Left over sausage (1 lb or less) Left over hot dogs (1/2 a pack or less) 1 can tomato juice (the big can) or V8 1 14 oz can of stewed tomatoes (or 1 pint if you can your own) 1 bag gumbo veggies […]
Continue readingGrilled Chicken Fajita Dinner Bundles
4 teaspoons Mexican seasoning powder 4 tablespoons lime juice 1 1/2 lbs chicken, cubed into 1/2 inch pieces 2 bell peppers, diced small 2 onions, diced small tortillas for serving Mix Mexican seasoning and lime juice together in a bowl, then add the chicken and bell peppers, and cover with plastic wrap. Put in refrigerator […]
Continue readingHomemade Shampoo
Benefits of each essential oil for this shampoo: Rosemary– Hair loss preventative Thyme– Antiseptic{prevents the growth of disease-causing microorganisms} and disinfectant{destroys bacteria} Lavender–Heals skin Tea Tree–Dandruff control I was inspired to make my own shampoo after reading 1001 Natural Remedies. I took a couple of her hair shampoo recipes and came up with this. Ingredients: […]
Continue readingSalmon Spinach Bundles On The Grill
4 small salmon fillets, skin removed olive oil 1 large lemon cut into 4 wedges 4 cups fresh baby spinach 1 small onion, cut into 4 wedges, then cut into thin strips 1/2 cup real bacon bits salt and black pepper Set your grill up to medium-high heat. On a work surface, arrange 4 pieces […]
Continue readingDijon Dressed Catfish On The Grill
36 ounces catfish fillets sprinkle salt and pepper to taste 4 tsp olive oil 3 tsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp black pepper lemon zest, for garnish if desired Oil the grill grates or a fish basket and prepare grill to medium-high heat. Rinse fillets, then pat dry. Sprinkle with salt and […]
Continue readingGrilled Salsa Verde Chicken Stuffed Burritos
4 chicken breasts, skin and bones removed olive oil for grilling salt and pepper 1 cup salsa verde 8 small tortillas 1 avocado, sliced thin 2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese Set your grill up for medium-high heat. Rub the chicken with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place chicken on […]
Continue readingGrilled Cheddar And Granny Smith Sandwich
4 slices whole-grain bread 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 teaspoon Dijon or Spicy Brown mustard 2 oz cheddar cheese, finely grated and divided 1/2 medium Granny Smith apple, cored, halved, and sliced lengthwise in thin strips Preheat grill or griddle to temperature. Lay out the 4 slices of bread. Lightly brush one side of each […]
Continue readingGrilled Asparagus And Provolone Filled Chicken Cutlet Wraps
4 chicken cutlets, pounded thin 1/2 cup Italian Dressing 4 slices Provolone cheese 1 lb fresh cleaned asparagus 1 red bell pepper, cleaned and sliced into thin strips Prepare grill to medium-high heat. Put cutlets into a bowl with Italian dressing and toss to coat well. Tear off 4 big sheets of aluminum foil and […]
Continue readingGrilled Skirt Steak In Balsamic Vinegar Marinade
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tsp dark brown sugar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 pound skirt steak, trimmed and cut into 4 pieces salt and pepper In a large glass bowl, whisk together the balsamic, Worcestershire, brown sugar, and garlic. Add the skirt steak to the mixture, cover with plastic wrap […]
Continue readingAlways Perfect Grilled Salmon Filets
2 tsp olive oil 4 (5 oz ea) salmon filets, with skin on salt to taste freshly ground black pepper Preheat your grill and brush fillets with oil, then season generously with salt and pepper. Put salmon on hot grill, skin side down; grill until skin crisps and you can lift with a spatula. Do […]
Continue readingHot Dog Casserole
My mother-in-law told me about a casserole she used to make in 40s – 50s. It consisted of: hot dogs mixed vegetables tomato sauce potatoes mixed and baked. She no longer remembers the recipe as to how much – just the ingredients. (editor’s note: Does anyone remember a similar recipe? If so, how did you […]
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