This couldn’t be much simpler, but the combination of crunchy peanut butter, banana and honey is a favorite around here. You can serve this for breakfast or stick it in the lunch box. It also makes a great snack any time of the day. Try it on different types of breads and different wraps. Since […]
Continue readingMy family loves, loves, loves Reuben sandwiches. And, the truth is, when we order them at a restaurant, we are usually disappointed. This is the recipe that we make now instead of ordering out. Hot off the skillet with the cheese all melted… there’s no reason to get them anywhere else! Reuben Sandwich Recipe Ingredients […]
Continue readingOne of the greatest ‘inventions’ in the world of kid-friendly meals is the wrap sandwich. This summer, I discovered how perfect wraps are for our family. As many of you know, we have been living between two houses. Hours on the road and working on the house meant many of our meals had to be […]
Continue readingI made this spread when my boys were small…we all still love it. 1 to 1 1/2 lb. bologna(store brand on sale is fine)ground in blender. 3/4 c. pickle relish (home canned if you have it) 3 Tblsp. minced onion 1 Tblsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/2 to 1 c. mayo-type salad dressing (to your taste) Mix […]
Continue reading1 1/2 cup leftover ham, chopped 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 Tbsp pickle relish 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp grated onion salt and pepper to taste kaiser rolls or other sturdy bread In a food processor, put the ham and pulse until finely minced. Put in a bowl and add the remaining ingredients; taste and […]
Continue readingI believe this may fall under “frugal tips”. My mother was a little girl during the depression and remembers her dad making homemade baked beans (quite a treat)! Her fondest memory was what they did when there weren’t enough baked beans left to go around. They made open face baked beans sandwiches. Place slices of […]
Continue readingAs a young girl, my mother always made these. I was disgusted at the thought of eggs on a sandwich, and always turned my nose up. once moved out on my own, money was tight, and i decided to try it. boy was i surprised! they are absolutely wonderful and now that ive got kids […]
Continue reading4 slices bread 1/4 cup peanut butter 2 Tbsp orange juice or apple juice 1/4 cup apples, chopped fine 1/4 cup raisins 1/4 cup chopped peanuts, chopped walnuts, or crushed Cheerios Put the peanut butter and juice in a bowl and whisk together until smooth, then add the apples, raisins, and whatever you choose for […]
Continue readingDid you know that you can make a delicious zucchini jelly with all that fresh squash in your garden? The strawberry and pineapple flavors in this recipe balance nicely with the zucchini for a yummy jelly even your kids will like. Zucchini Jelly Recipe 6 cups shredded zucchini 1/2 cup lemon juice 6 oz (small […]
Continue readingCream Cheese Cucumber Sandwiches aren’t just for fancy tea parties. They make for a wonderful light lunch in the summer time. The flavor is so light even kids enjoy them (though I usually leave the chives off for them). For a fun lunch with your daughter or granddaughter, make a batch of these along with […]
Continue reading6 eggs boiled and chopped 3 medium carrots grated 1 can spam ground (or 1 pound ham) 1 small onion finely chopped 1 small green pepper finely chopped salt and pepper Miracle Whip or Mayo(add the amount you like or until spreadable.) Mix all ingredients together and let set in refrigerator for at least one […]
Continue readingWe all know how great tomato soup & grilled cheese go together. I like to make a little different grilled cheese sandwich for the grown ups. I use Pepper Jack cheese and cracked wheat sourdough bread(bought at Trader Joe’s), and cook in the traditional way in a frying pan with butter. Disclosure: Some of the […]
Continue reading1 can beer 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 Tblsp. ground mustard 1 Tblsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika 1/4 cup brown sugar a few sprinkles of red pepper flakes 3 lbs pork shoulder roast 1 medium size yellow onion, diced dash of salt and pepper *Cole slaw In a large glass bowl, put the […]
Continue reading4 lbs pork butt or shoulder roast 2 large onions 1 can 7-up or Sprite 1 small bottle Sweet Bay Ray’s barbecue sauce Cut the onions into small chunks and put one of the onions in the crockpot. Put the roast in and cover with the other onion. Pour the 7-up or Sprite over the […]
Continue readingMakes 6 Servings 6 frozen breaded chicken breast patties 1 (16-ounce) loaf French bread, cut horizontally in half 1/2 cup creamy Italian dressing Lettuce 1 large tomato, thinly sliced Prepare chicken as directed on package. Spread cut sides of bread with dressing. Layer lettuce, hot chicken patties and tomato on bottom half of bread. Top […]
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