Eggs are a high quality, inexpensive protein source. I like to incorporate them into my meal plans on a fairly regular basis–but sometimes it is hard to find recipes that aren’t “breakfasty”. This Spinach Egg Strata (for the slow cooker) fits the bill. Although egg-y and cheese-y the bread makes it more reminiscent of a… Keep Reading
Recipe: Potato Sausage Soup
This tasty, filling soup is a sure-fire hit on a cold winter day! The fact that’s it’s made in the crockpot is an added bonus-get it going in the morning and have dinner ready and waiting for you when you (and the hungry hordes) get home. This recipe highlights potato,an inexpensive and filling ingredient, and… Keep Reading
I’m a “CrockStar”!
I love my Crock-Pot. Well, Crock-Pots. . . because I’m up to, uh, 4 full size, a dip size and a spare liner now. Hmm. I may be addicted. I’ve posted tons of recipes: Crockpot Lasagna, Crockpot Oatmeal, Crockpot Jambalaya, Crockpot Chicken Tetrazzini, Crockpot Salsa Chicken, Crockpot Beef (Venison) Goulash, All Day Macaroni and Cheese,… Keep Reading
Recipe: Crock Pot Lasagna
I just love using my crock pot (also known as a slow cooker) for weekday dinners. There is nothing like being able to put a meal together in the morning and then forget about it till it’s time to eat! Lasagna is a great meal to make in the crock pot. Traditionally this Italian style… Keep Reading
Recipe: Cincinnati Chili
I was introduced to Cincinnati Chili while my brother was going through his residency in Cincinnati (we were living just outside Fort Knox, KY at the time, so it was a do-able day trip, even with Princess an infant). This regional specialty is different from your “typical” chili in three ways. #1-The recipes are characterized… Keep Reading
Crockpot Jambalaya
Jambalaya is a traditional Louisiana Creole dish. Of course, like many region dishes, it has a huge number of variations. The “typical” version contains one or two meats (chicken, seafood &/or sausage) rice, peppers & onions, along with a healthy helping of spices. Many versions include tomato, although there is a whole category of Jambalaya… Keep Reading
Recipe: Overnight Crock Pot Oatmeal
Cold winter mornings are the worst. Knowing that I have to crawl out of my nice warm bed into the cold air, stumble down the stairs and get the kiddos ready for school. . . Sometimes I just wish there were a nice, hot breakfast waiting for me at the bottom of the stairs. Well,… Keep Reading
Recipe: Crockpot Chicken/Turkey Tetrazzini
Sometimes you just need a nice crockpot full of delicious comfort food. This Turkey Tetrazzini fits the bill using items typical found in the frugal refrigerator. Crockpot Chicken/Turkey Tetrazzini 1 C chicken or turkey, cooked 8 oz spaghetti, cooked 1/2 cup celery, diced 1 medium onion, diced 1 bell pepper, diced 2-4 TBS Butter 8… Keep Reading
Recipe: Crockpot Chicken Chili Blanco
Some people call this type of chili “White Chili”. I’m tossing this recipe into the arena for the Frugal Food Series-Beans. Obviously since the name is “Chicken Chili” there is chicken in it-but only 6oz of chicken as compared to almost 16 oz of beans-so I consider the chicken to be more of a flavoring… Keep Reading
Wanna Be Wendy’s Chili Recipe
One of the things I love about fall is the food. Ok, honestly I like all food just about all the time. But I just LOVE soup and chili-somehow eating a nice hot bowl of soup when it is 80 out and you have no air conditioner doesn’t hold the same appeal. Yesterday I whipped… Keep Reading
