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Even though it is a new year, it is still really nice to have a simple dinner that cooks quickly. It is also wonderful when those quick meals still feel hearty and cozy, and that is where gravy comes in. Gravy has a way of turning basic ingredients into true comfort food with very little…
Lately, I’ve been a little obsessed with making scrambled eggs in the microwave. Not only do these egg bowls help make sure I actually eat breakfast, but they also work really well for a quick lunch on busy days. They’ve become one of my favorite ways to use up random bits from the freezer and…
If you love mac and cheese but want something a little more filling, you’re in the right place. These cheesy one-pot pasta dinners start with the same creamy, comforting base you know and love, then build it into a full meal with simple upgrades. The best part is how flexible they are! You can add…
Whether you’re interested in making healthier snacks with fewer ingredients or simply trying to save money on store-bought snacks, these super quick and versatile no-bake granola bar recipes are a great option. They’re easy to make, kid-friendly, and perfect for busy days when you want something homemade without a lot of effort. You can use…
Cabbage is often overlooked, especially when it comes to dinner ideas, but it tends to go on sale during the winter months and can be used in so many ways. While it’s best known for classics like coleslaw, cabbage really shines when it’s cooked. It becomes tender, cozy, and surprisingly versatile. As a bonus, cabbage…
Christmas is next week, but dinners still have to happen. Between holiday plans, kids home for winter break, and already feeling stretched thin, this is usually the week when patience and energy are both running pretty low. So, this week’s meal plan is built for anyone who’s short on cash and patience. We leaned heavily…
Most of us with kids know what’s coming next week… winter break! And while the break is fun, it also means something else for a lot of families: our kids won’t be eating breakfast at school. Suddenly we’re on the hook for extra meals, extra snacks, and extra hungry kids at home first thing in…
I am not sure why National Bacon Day falls on December 30th, because I love to celebrate bacon all year long. Bacon is not just for breakfast or a sandwich. There are so many fun ways to use it. Whether you like it salty, sweet, or a combo of both, bacon is incredibly versatile and…
Personally, I love eggnog even straight from the bottle (shhh, don’t tell), but my family is not a fan of the thickness. So I’ve gotten pretty creative with using eggnog for the flavor while changing the texture. It turns out you can substitute eggnog for so many things in your everyday recipes, and it makes…
It’s almost two weeks until Christmas, which means crazy busy weeknights and trying to stretch every paycheck as far as possible this month! So this week we went super easy and super affordable. Our total this week came from Cocoa, FL and was only $47.62! As a bonus, we have lots of basic ingredients on…