Category: BUDGET MEALS
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I made beef and gravy quesadillas with the left over roast and gravy. It is sort of a ritual we have to use leftover meat in a taco or quesadilla. They are cheap and a great disguise for those who are picky about leftovers tortillas, two per person Roast, cooked and shredded or chopped Beef…
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When I lived in West Palm Beach Florida, a friend of mine and I would roller blade from her apartment five miles to the New York Bagel shop, devour an everything bagel toasted with light cream cheese and a hot chocolate. On the way back we would stop by the pool to swim laps. By…
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One of the first questions I am asked after someone finds out that I am from Southern Florida is, “so did you have alligators in your backyard?” No alligators but we did have a family of peacocks down the street. And by the way, there is a single peacock down the street where I live…
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This recipe is perfect for anyone who forgets to marinate the chicken. The chicken simmers in creamy Italian salad dressing until perfectly tender. Add whatever vegetables are on hand for a super fast and ultra cheap meal. Source: Woman’s Day 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 5 oz each) 1?4 tsp salt 1?8 tsp…
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My brother has been holding out on me. I had to bug him to pass on some of his families favorite recipes. The first time I made it I forgot to place everything in the crock pot early enough. Alternatively I tried simmering all the ingredients in a pot for an hour and a half…
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This recipe comes from my Brother Todd and his wife Emily. Their super fast dish of spicy chili beans and rice only requires three ingredients. It is great for those late evening games or work meetings. Plus the leftovers can be transformed into burritos or taco salad. Making for another inexpensive quick meal. One note:…
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When I was a kid I used to go to a daycare in the afternoon until mom got home from work. We went swimming at one of the owners pool, took trips to the movie theater and the park. Linda was one of my favorite teachers there. Her daughter and I quickly became friends. She…
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This is an interesting twist on the typical Lasagna. It sounds too gourmet to be simple but in fact most everything can be bought pre-made and then thrown together. Don’t have time to bake? Toss the ravioli and zucchini with the meat sauce. Sprinkle with the cheese and let simmer until cheese is melted. Source:…