It’s hard to get dinner done each night. With all the prep work and the kids complaining and fighting, it can be maddening. But what if you could have a delicious garlic parsley chicken recipe waiting in the freezer? Wouldn’t that be helpful? All you would have to do is thaw the chicken and cook […]
Dinner Ideas
If you need some dinner recipe ideas, just scroll down. Most of the main dish recipes are easy to make and from scratch too. I know it's easy to get stuck in a dinner rut, so break free by trying a few new recipes this week. If you have any questions or comments just leave them below the recipe and I'll be sure to answer.
Here's a few popular main dish ideas, Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Enchiladas, Teriyaki Meatballs, Chicken Pot Pie Soup, and Homemade Egg Noodles.
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Crock Pot Lasagna Recipe, Quick, Easy and under $1.50 a serving
This is an easy weeknight crock pot lasagna recipe that can be thrown together quickly in the morning. So you can come home to a yummy lasagna dinner without all the fuss. Quick and Easy Crock Pot Lasagna Recipe Lasagna is great but there’s the cooking of the noodles, prepping the meat, making the sauce […]
Quick and Easy Slow Cooker Enchiladas, Under $1 a Serving
Need a quick and easy dinner idea? These slow cooker enchiladas are easy to assemble and cook on their own. Freeing you up to do other things while dinner is cooking. Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Enchiladas for Busy Days Slow cookers are great to have. You can set it up and forget about it […]
How to Make Tuna Patties $.50 a Serving
Need a quick and easy stove top dinner? These easy tuna patties are so simple and easy to make but so delicious too. Try them. Here’s how to make tuna patties in minutes from items in your pantry. How to Make Tuna Patties Tuna is a great choice for a frugal and easy to make […]
How to Make Creamy Homemade Potato Soup, Simple and Easy Recipe
Soup is a good and satisfying meal, it can also be a meatless and a frugal meal too. If you haven’t tried homemade potato soup before this one is our favorite. So creamy and delicious! When it’s cold outside a nice bowl of soup can warm you up from the inside out. But some soups […]
Cheap and Easy Sausage and Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner
This time of year is a great time for sheet pan dinners. They are easy to make and easy to clean up too. This sausage and vegetable sheet pan dinner is one our family loves and I hope your family loves it too. Sheet pan cooking is something I love. In the fall and winter […]
7 Frugal Dinner Ideas for Under $1 a Serving
Make dinner without breaking the bank with these 7 frugal dinner ideas all for under $1 a serving. Make getting dinner done easier and stay within your budget with these dinner ideas. It’s getting late in the day, your husband will be home soon, your kids are getting cranky and hungry. And you need to […]
Easy Salisbury Steak, under $1 a Serving
How to make easy Salisbury steak. Have this dinner recipe ready in just about 30 minutes. We love it served on top of creamy mashed potatoes. Easy skillet dishes are always welcomed at our house. They are great for hot summer days because they don’t heat up the kitchen. They are great for busy days […]
Simple and Frugal Hamburger Skillet Dish
Don’t we all love frugal meals? Frugal meals like this hamburger skillet dish can help to keep your grocery bill lower. With easy and frugal meals to make for your family, you can feed them well and keep your budget in check too. It’s a win win. This recipe is one we eat fairly often […]
Easy Creamy Mushroom and Chicken Skillet Dinner
A yummy creamy mushroom chicken skillet that is easy to make and perfect for those busy days. It’s nice to have a few easy dinner ideas for those busy nights when everyone is tired but you don’t want to spend the extra money to eat out. I’ve used referral links where appropriate, thanks for your […]
Hearty BLT Salad with Homemade Croutons
Enjoy this delicious BLT salad on a hot summer day. It a filling meal that won’t heat up your house. Summer is here and with all the yummy fresh lettuce around, I’m sure you want to eat more salads. I know I do. But making a salad for dinner can be a little less filling […]
