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Time for a little story……For half of my life, I have not been a fan of tuna salad. In fact, as a child every time my Dad even opened a can of tuna, I would pretend to fall out on the floor due to the smell of fish. I’m just not a fish fan especially…
Tomato soup especially the condensed can kind; can be a little boring. That is where mix ins come in handy. They can jazz up a boring soup, use up leftovers, and make that soup a bowl full of comfort too! So, if you are looking for ways to spice up your tomato soup, you have…
Sometimes plans just don’t work out. Especially if your dinner plan involves defrosting meats…. So that is where canned chicken becomes not only a great pantry staple but also a dinner saver. I do recommend that you always drain and rinse canned chicken before using it. This helps get rid of the metal taste plus…
Artichokes are a fun pantry items that can be used to add a little salty or tangy flavor to lots of dishes! I like to stock up on them when they are on sale. Of course, my favorite dish using artichokes is the classic Spinach Artichoke Dip (hot or cold), but there are actually lots…
We are back with another $100 meal plan that covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner for a family of 4! Our prices are based off a Neighborhood Market Walmart store located near Gaston, South Carolina. This week our total came out to $97.02 so we just barely came in under budget! I like to give realistic…
I am a huge fan of stuffed mushrooms. They can be a great appetizer or a side dish, plus they can be a great vehicle to use up random leftovers. Today, I am sharing my 8 favorite ways to make them. Some of these come from my time working in catering and some are ones…
Pancakes are a fabulous breakfast or even a dinner if you want….but same old pancakes can get a little boring. I like to use random leftovers and items I find on a good deal to jazz them up a little bit! It doesn’t matter if you are making regular pancakes, using a mix or homemade….
Chickpeas are a wonderful pantry staple to have on hand. They are relatively cheap, high protein, and can be used to make some yummy dishes. Not only do they have a great shelf life, but to me chickpeas can really taste however you want them to with the right seasonings. They are easy to add…
Y’all know that I love to twist the classics to make them a little less boring or expected. You can eat the same items over and over again, but if you add a little twist they are like a whole new meal! So, today we are talking about different fun topping ideas for burgers. Not…
I love quick and simple breakfast, but I also love a good filling breakfast. Normally I make breakfast burritos with eggs but since they have been at a premium price lately, I wanted to explore some options that don’t rely on eggs. Here are some fun breakfast ideas to try at home that don’t need…