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We recently did a collection of 8 budget friendly zucchini and squash recipes, but we had so many ideas! So, we will do a quick run-down of all kinds of kid-friendly ways you can use these items in your meal planning. Kid Friendly Summer Squash Meal Ideas Don’t forget to adjust the ideas as needed…
Whether you have an overabundance from your garden, or are just stocking up on good deals at the grocery store, it’s always good to have some simple recipes on hand! Today we are looking at super yummy recipes using zucchini or yellow squash! These fun ideas can be used as a side dish, a lunch,…
Wraps and pitas are a great low effort and low heat way to make a tasty dinner in the summertime. They are also a good way to use up odds and ends of leftovers as well. This week I have picked 8 tasty ways to make wraps and pitas at home on a low budget….
Nothing says summertime more than ice cream right? Unfortunately ice cream can get quite expensive, so this year we are going to make some super easy (no machine required) ice cream options at home! Some of these are smaller batches, so you can easily double a recipe if needed or make more than one! 1….
Whether you are going to a potluck or a cookout, you may be asked to bring a side dish. The easiest side dishes can usually be made in a crockpot for super cheap! So today, we are going over my favorite side dishes that use a slow cooker and won’t break the bank. Maybe you…
Whether you are looking for a new dessert for an upcoming barbeque/potluck, or just a fun dessert to try this week. Check out our list of 8 super yummy desserts that won’t break the bank! Most of these desserts can serve anywhere from 4-10 people, so if you are taking it to a potluck you…
Summertime is always a great time to get together with friends and family. You don’t technically need a reason to celebrate, but you do need snacks! Whether it is a barbeque, cookout, or potluck it is always a good idea to bring finger foods. My favorite one is always something that involves a dip! So…
This week we are embracing all things grilled. We have done some mix and matching on more commonly grilled items and thrown in some that you may not be aware of that you can grill. We always want to keep the food yummy and the costs low, so our meals range from about $11 to…
One of the easiest ways to add flavor to a simple dish is to add a sauce. Now some sauces can cost a lot if you buy then pre-made at the grocery store. Don’t worry though, because we got you covered with some easy sauces that you can make at home! Most are even made…
This week, I have been super busy so one-pot meals are always needed to make sure that dinner is quick, simple, and yummy! I’ve tried to include a variety of flavors for these meals as well as use ingredients that are low cost and mostly shelf stable. We were able to keep all the meals…