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Quick and Easy Flatbread Recipe
Don’t panic when the grocery store is out of bread, or when you’re trying to avoid having to go to the store. It’s surprisingly easy to make your own bread at home with just a handful of ingredients. I have an extensive tutorial on baking bread at home, but if you want to make something […]
Continue readingCaesar Salad Dressing Recipe
One of my favorite meals is a big plate of romaine lettuce with homemade Caesar Salad dressing. Throw in a few croutons and some leftover chicken and I’m a happy girl. Sure, you could use bottled dressing on this type of salad but where’s the fun in that? Once you make up a batch using […]
Continue readingChicken Bundles
Today I thought I’d share another quick family favorite with you. It uses a creamy chicken filling wrapped around crescent roll dough and baked up. Add a salad and dinner is done. I also like to make these to take with us on a picnic lunch or dinner. Wrap them in foil to keep them […]
Continue readingGet More Juice Out of Limes and Lemons
Here’s a tip from fellow Hillbilly Housewife reader about getting more juice out of lemons and limes. (Edited for Spelling). Place the fruit in the microwave oven for approximately 35-50 seconds. Let them cool and set aside till you can pick them up without burning your hands. This works great especially if you’re weak or […]
Continue readingCreamy Turkey Rice Soup
This is such an easy recipe that’s the perfect use of leftover turkey (or chicken for that matter). It makes a great lunch and a wonderful dinner. If you’re serving this for dinner, add a bread or even better a side salad to make it more filling. You can modify this recipe and add some […]
Continue readingUltimate Homemaker Ebook Collection
For 6 days only, more than 75 widely-known bloggers and authors in the homemaking sphere have joined together to offer 97 of their most popular eBooks and eCourses, valued at just over $600, for the incredibly low price of $29.97! More than anything, the goal for this sale was for it to be, well… ultimate! […]
Continue readingHow To Make An Emergency Crisco Candle – Frugal Tip
I first came across this tip on Pinterest and then found a video on YouTube. You can take a can of Crisco and a piece of string (or a candle wick) and create your own long lasting candle. This might come in very handy during a long power outage. Below is a short video on […]
Continue readingTurn Story Telling Into Frugal and Educational Fun
Here’s another great article by Cindy about using Narration and Notebooking. If you are not a homeschooler (we’re not), there are still lots of great ideas here to have fun with your kids that’s both educational and frugal. We always do a lot of reading over the summer and I’ll be incorporating some narrations / […]
Continue readingTuna Tetrazzini
Makes 6 servings 2 tablespoons margarine 1/3 cup celery chopped 1/3 cup onions chopped 2 10 1/2-ounce cans cream of mushroom soup 2 6 1/2-ounce cans tuna solid meat packed in water, flaked (reserve liquid) 1 soup can liquid (tuna liquid plus enough water to fill can) 1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese grated 2/3 cup […]
Continue readingHomemade Manicotti
Makes 6 servings 1 1/2 cups flour 1 cup milk 3 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 pounds ricotta cheese 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese 1 egg 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley 1 28-ounce jar spaghetti sauce 1/4 cup shredded Romano cheese optional 1. Place flour in a bowl; whisk in milk, 3 eggs and […]
Continue readingLasagna with Meat Sauce
Makes 4 servings 1 package Lasagna with Meat Sauce Prepare and serve Lasagna with Meat Sauce as directed on package. 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 readingBetty’s Macaroni and Cheese
Makes 4 servings 1 cup uncooked macaroni (2 cups cooked) 3 tablespoons reduced-calorie margarine 3 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 cups 1% milk 8 ounces sharp low-fat cheddar cheese, cubed 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt (optional) 1/4 teaspoon celery salt (optional) 1. In a medium casserole microwave margarine 40-45 second on HIGH. 2. Add flour and stir […]
Continue readingFebruary 2010 Angel Food Menus and Shopping Lists
Please Note – February Angel Food Menus are delivered in March, so you will actually be using them throughout March. The four weekly menus are based on the food items provided by Angel Food Ministries in December which include: 1.5 lb. Top Sirloin Steaks (4 x 6 oz) 1.5 lb. Boneless Pork Roast 2 lb. […]
Continue readingTuna Melt Pie
Makes 6 servings 1 cup water 3 eggs large 3/4 cup buttermilk baking mix 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 6 1/2-ounce can tuna chunk white packed in water, drained and flaked 4 to 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded (1 to 1 1/2 cups) 1 cup peas thawed and drained Preheat oven […]
Continue readingBrats over Creamy Potatoes
Makes 6 servings 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 6 fully cooked bratwurst (1 to 1 1/2 pounds) 1 package Betty Crocker scalloped potatoes 1 3/4 cups hot water 2 to 3 tablespoons white vinegar Paprika, if desired 1. Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook bratwurst in oil, turning occasionally, until brown; drain. 2. […]
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