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Laundry detergent
My DH is determined that we use a commercial powdered detergent for the laundry, because he likes the smell… well, I like making my own powder from a frugal recipe that I found online. I eventually got tired of him saying “we should use tide or something” to me and figured out a way to […]
Continue readingFlour Tortilla Pizza
My grandchildren love these for snacks or even a very economical and frugal lunch: Flour Tortilla Pizza Sauce Pepperoni (I keep a pkg. in freezer) Shredded Chesse, or whatever toppings they desire and that you have on hand. Microwave about 35-40 seconds Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional […]
Continue readingLeftover Roast Sandwiches
1 lb leftover roast, sliced thin 1/2 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1 Tbsp flour 1 1/4 c. beef broth 2 Tbsp bbq sauce 2 tsp brown sugar 1/2 tsp thyme 1 green pepper, cut into thin strips 1 medium onion, cut into thin rings Olive oil Buns […]
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 readingHomemade Laundry Detergent
Making your own homemade laundry detergent can be a great way to save on an ongoing basis. Here’s recipe that a HBHW reader submitted. Be sure to also read through the comments section below. We have quite a bit of good discussion on the topic going on and there are many questions that came up […]
Continue readingFruit Crunchy (Cobbler topping)
This recipe came from my grandmother and mother. It makes a very crunchy cobbler topping, I love it on any fruit, my mom put it on blackberries most of the time. Fruit Crunchy 1 cup sugar 1 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking powder pinch salt 1 egg Mix together dry ingredients. Beat egg and combine […]
Continue readingNoodle Dinner
I learned this frugal recipe when I was a nanny for a family with four hungry boys. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add 1 pound of egg noodles. Cook, stirring occasionally, until noodles are al dente. Drain. While the noodles are cooking, brown 1 pound of ground beef or […]
Continue readingBeer Bread
Made a recipe that called for 12 oz of dark beer. The only can of dark beer I could find was 24 oz. I told the clerk “now to figure out what to do with the other 12 oz since I don’t drink beer” She told me to use it for beer bread. Oh, was […]
Continue readingHot Dog Soup
severs 6 1 onion, chopped 2 tablespoons margarine 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth 1 (9 ounce) package frozen green beans 1 (16 ounce) package beef frankfurters, cut into bite size pieces 1 can of corn Place the onion and margarine in a large […]
Continue readingRamen Special
Ramen Special: This recipe feeds two adults 2 pkgs of Top Ramen (any flavor) 2 T. mayo (can use light if desired) small amt. of velveeta cheese (approx. a 1/4 cup or less) TOPPING: 1/4 lb. of hamburger 1/2 c fresh diced tomatoes(it helps if the tomatoes are a bit juicy. Save the juice if […]
Continue readingCongo Squares
Family recipe back in 50’s. 2 3/4 c flour, sifted 2 1/2 tsp baking powder 2/3 c shortening 3 eggs 1 c. nut meats 1/2 tsp. salt 2 1/4 c brown sugar 1 pkg. Nestle’s semi-sweet chocolate morsels Mix and sift flour, baking powder and salt. Melt shortening and add brown sugar. Stir until well […]
Continue readingToasty Cheese Bake
8 slices white bread (sourdough is our favorite) 1/2 lb. ground beef 1/4 c. chopped onion 1 T. prepared mustard 1/2 tsp. salt, optional 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese 1 egg, slightly beaten 3/4 c. milk 1/2 tsp. salt, optional dash pepper 1/8 tsp. dry mustard Preheat oven to 350. Cook meat, onion, prepared mustard […]
Continue readingZucchini Cakes
1 shredded small zucchini 1 pouch (6.5) cornmeal 1 large egg 1/2 cup milk Microwave zucchini in glass bowl 2 minutes on medium high, then drain. (Editor’s note: you can also cook in saucepan in a small amount of water until soft, then drain.) Combine in a bowl, the cooked zucchini, cornmeal, egg, and milk, […]
Continue readingEtouffe
Hi! I have a frugal & super easy recipe to share. I live in Louisiana, so I like a little kick in my food. However, this recipe is easily varied to make less spicy. 🙂 Also, seafood is very plentiful and affordable here, but not everywhere else. If you don’t have access to crawfish, make […]
Continue readingCheap and Easy Yummy Tomato Pie!
Ingredients: Pastry for a 1-crust 9-inch pie, unbaked evaporated milk 4 cups sliced firm ripe tomatoes 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf basil 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese 1 large clove garlic, smashed and minced Preparation: Line pie plate with pastry; flute edges and brush shell […]
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