Frugal Bites

Maple Crostini with Brie

I first posted this brie recipe on Mommysavers.com. I was inspired by watching chef Amy Thielen, the host of Food Network's Heartland Table and … [Read More...]

Homemade Chili

This Homemade Chili Recipe is from my dad. It's super-easy and good for busy weeknights since it's basically a pantry-to-table recipe. Frugal Tips: … [Read More...]

Parmesan Stuffed Roasted Artichokes

I love artichokes. I usually get them in cans, so I considered it a challenge to learn how to prepare whole artichokes at home. I recently spotted a … [Read More...]

Streusel Muffins with Heath Bits

I've got to give our neighbors credit for this one. They started bringing us these yummy muffins several months ago, and my son LOVED them. I asked … [Read More...]

Chickpea and Tomato Salad with Fresh Basil

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are an excellent source of cheap protein. Pair them with basil from your garden and sweet grape tomatoes … [Read More...]

Cabbage Roll Soup

This Cabbage Roll Soup recipe is pure comfort food on cold winter nights. Plus, any time you use veggies like celery, onions and carrots (the … [Read More...]

Tortellini Gorgonzola

This Tortellini Gorgonzola recipe was inspired by a local restaurant called The Neighbors Italian Bistro. I order it almost every time I go there, so … [Read More...]

Shrimp Scampi with Linguine Noodles

Last weekend, I was watching an old episode of Barefoot Contessa and Ina Garten presented her fabulous shrimp scampi recipe. It looked so simple and … [Read More...]

Quick Shrimp Tacos

This has been our go-to recipe for shrimp tacos after tasting them in San Diego for the first time in 2007. For me, it's the dressing that makes it … [Read More...]

Easy Raspberry Chipotle Salad Dressing

I am a big fan of recipes that don't take long; and if the outcome tastes like restaurant fare, even better! I picked up a bottle of this Archer … [Read More...]

Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe