Celebrate Cinco de Mayo this season with a food-focused party that highlights the delicious flavors of Mexico. With over 60 Latin-inspired recipes you can cook up quite a tasty Mexican feast. All of these easy Cinco de Mayo recipes feature bright, fresh flavors. Since these are quick and easy recipes, you’ll be able to mix-and-match…
Everyone needs a simple Homemade Taco Salad Recipe in their menu arsenal. It’s packed with all your favorite taco flavors but easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Tacos are always a hit in my house. In fact, we’ve been known to go rogue and eat them any day of the week. I mean, why limit yourself…
Wasting food is not only terrible for the environment, but it’s pretty awful for your wallet too. Stop wasting food with these innovative ways to throw out less and use more in your household. Food waste plagues this country. In fact, it is estimated that Americans waste around 40% of their food amounting to around…
So you’ve completed your first pantry challenge. Phew! First, hats off to you! It’s not easy getting the family on board to eating strictly out of the freezer and pantry for several weeks. Now it’s time to figure out how to restock your pantry post-challenge. You may notice the abundance of room in your freezer…
Use a pantry challenge to save money and reduce waste by preparing meals using the food you already have in your pantry, freezer, and fridge. To be honest, participating in a pantry challenge or shelf cooking challenge isn’t the easiest thing in the world. In fact, the thought of digging through the depths of your…
Don’t waste all that time, effort, and food with these incredibly tasty Thanksgiving leftovers recipes. Revamp your leftover stuffing, turkey, and side dishes into fresh meal ideas the whole family will love. Thanksgiving has come and gone and you’ve had enough of simply eating leftovers. Don’t waste your food! Instead, utilize some simple recipes to…
What would you do with a cool extra $500 in your pocket? This little nest egg could jumpstart the vacation of a lifetime or come in handy during the holidays. In this guide to save $500 in 30 days, you’ll be able to fire-up your savings for whatever life throws your way. Ways to Save…
We just wrapped up Week Two of Pantry Challenge 2019! Despite a few challenges we ate all meals at home and saved a little money in the process. Pantry Challenge 2019 Week Two Recap We are halfway through Pantry Challenge 2019! Can I get a woo hoo?! Week Two presented us with a couple unexpected…
Easy Cheesy Penne Pasta Bake combines tender pasta & ground beef with a garlicy red sauce and cheese. Lots of cheese. Forty-five minutes from start to finish make this a weeknight meal option. Easy Cheesy Penne Pasta Bake Recipe There’s a reason Cheesy Penne Pasta Bake is my go-to pasta dish – it always comes…
The first week of Pantry Challenge 2019 is done! It was a successful week in terms of using food we had on hand and not eating out. Pantry Challenge 2019 Week One Recap We made it through the first week of Pantry Challenge 2019 easily enough. Food is plentiful at the beginning of the challenge…
Easy Chicken Spaghetti – who says comfort food can’t be easy? A few shortcuts turn this much-loved recipe into an easy weeknight dinner for families. EASY CHICKEN SPAGHETTI Like many of you, I am always on the hunt for easy meals to feed my hungry family. Especially simple recipes I can prepare during the busy…
Got leftover party food? Don’t throw it away! Check out these tips for easy ways to repurpose your party leftovers. With all the entertaining this time of year, it’s no surprise your refrigerator is bursting at the seams with leftover food. So many parties, so much food. What does a smart Mama do to avoid…