Yeast Bread Recipe

I am looking for a recipe for a yeast bread recipe that had shredded wheat and honey in it. I had it in the middle to late 1980s. I have searched everywhere I can think of. I sure hope one of you still has it. Sharon Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, […]

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Buttermilk Waffle Recipe

My Daughter had a cookbook in high school with wonderful waffles. She is 46 now so you see our problem. It had buttermilk, eggs and when I made a big batch I used a dozen eggs and a quart of butter milk. It had oil and baking powder and flour(I used part fresh whole wheat) […]

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How To Make A Mustard Pack

My grandma always made this strong smelling “mustard pack” for us grandkids when we had a chest cold. She would make this mustardy mix, place it between to cotton hankies and then make us where it on our chest. It stunk and got warm while wearing it, but it sure worked! Anyone have this recipe? […]

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Frugal Baked Bean Casserole Recipe

For a family of 6: 2 LG cans of baked beans 1# of any meat (I’ve used hamburger and sausage, not together though) 4-5 potatoes 1/4 cp brown sugar 1/4 cp ketchup diced onions and green peppers (if on hand) **** Boil potatoes until they are just soft but not falling apart. Drain water from […]

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Giving Ground Turkey Some Taste

I have never like the flat taste of ground turkey. But the price was just to tempting. Tip-when cooking ground turkey I add about 1 teaspoon of beef bouillon, 1/2 Tablespoon dry onions, 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon GRANULATED garlic to uncooked ground turkey, then cook as normal. I have also added spices for breakfast sausage […]

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Frugal Low-Carb Recipes

I have recently been advised by my doctor to severely limit my sugar and carbohydrate intake. So many of my most frugal recipes call for rice or noodles. I know I can substitute whole grain pasta or brown rice to make it a little healthier, but I am looking for frugal recipes that are low […]

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Egg-less Chocolate Cake

I am looking for a recipe to a cake my mom used to make when I was a kid. I remember she called it “Egg-less Chocolate Cake”. She would mix it up and cook it in a 13×9 pyrex. We wouldn’t even ice it, just eat it warm when it came out of the oven. […]

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Potato Wedges

i am looking for a recipe for the kind of potato wedges they have in a lot of restaurants,. i guess they are baked and seasoned somehow. thank you for the help al Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if […]

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Instant Breakfast Drink Recipe

Hi – my sons love to drink Instant Breakfast by Carnation. There is Chocolate and Vanilla. Does anyone have a “Mock” Recipe for Instant Breakfast? The one from Carnation has vitamins, calcium, anti-oxidants and protein – so I don’t know if there is a recipe for it, but would love to know! Thanks for everyone’s […]

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Finding Frugal Recipes

A fun way to find new frugal recipes is to look at old cookbooks from World War II. Because of rationing, there are alot of recipes for dishes that stretch meat, and use less butter. Plus they are fun to read!! Old cookbooks or newer published compilations are available through the library! Highly Recommended – […]

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Ranch Dressing

I’m looking for a good restaurant-type ranch dressing. If anyone has a good recipe, could you please share it. Thanks!!! 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.

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Substituting for Cake Mixes?

I often see recipes that are based on a yellow cake mix. I’m not comfortable with all the chemicals listed in the mix and so I’m wondering if I can substitute just the dry ingredients from my moher’s 1920’s “basic yellow cake” recipe? It make enough for a 2-layer cake. Thanks for your help, Laura […]

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Egg Nog Recipe

Hi all… This is the time of year where our family starts to get things planned for the holidays. My husband & 2 kids LOVE egg nog and I’m trying to find a “simple” recipe we can make. Can anyone help? Thanks so much for any suggestions Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate […]

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