This quick and easy cottage cheese salad recipe is a tasty and colorful way to take a break from regular veggie salads and sweet salads. Even though it has a pretty Christmas look to it it is great all year long.
This cottage cheese salad is a very quick and easy salad recipe. It is a nice cool recipe, perfect for summer and it goes with so many different meals!
Author:Jill Cooper
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
2 cups cottage cheese 1/2 green pepper, chopped 1/2 onion, chopped or 1/2 tsp. onion powder (optional) 1/2 tomato, chopped 2 tsp. chives and/or parsley (optional) salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Mix all of the ingredients in a bowl.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving (overnight is better).
Notes
You don’t have to use the ingredients exactly as stated above. I’m not fond of onions, so I don’t include them.
If you prefer more or less of an ingredient, you can adjust it to your taste.
You can also use other veggies like:
radishes
green onions
white or red onion, chopped
black olives
cucumbers
or whatever you have on hand
This Cottage Cheese Salad Recipe is from Volume 1 of our cookbook:
This easy Popeyes biscuit recipe copycat makes delicious buttery biscuits like the ones at Popeye’s chicken restaurants. Just 4 ingredients!
Homemade Popeyes Biscuits
This easy Popeyes biscuit recipe is a homemade copycat recipe that tastes just like the buttery flaky biscuits at Popeye’s chicken restaurants! We absolutely love Popeye’s chicken and I think we might love their biscuits even more! If you have ever eaten at Popeye’s you know what I mean!
If you have never eaten Popeyes biscuits, you’re in for a treat! These biscuits are so yummy! They are a taste explosion of buttery goodness with salt and a light flaky texture everyone loves!
Biscuits are one of the most versatile food items because they go with almost any meal! They’re perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Don’t Be Afraid! These Popeyes Biscuits Are Easy!
Don’t be afraid to make these biscuits because they are made from scratch. This easy Popeyes biscuit recipe is really very simple with only 4 ingredients and they literally take only 5 minutes to make!
If you’re at all hesitant about your baking or cooking skills, biscuit recipes are the perfect place to start! If you follow the instructions, biscuit recipes are almost no-fail recipes! I have known many inexperienced cooks who had great success with biscuits.
This Easy Popeyes Biscuit Recipe is in volume 2 of our cookbook:
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Easy Tips For Biscuit Making
After you mix the Popeyes biscuit dough, you will need to roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick before you cut it into biscuits. The biscuits will rise as they bake so this is the perfect thickness for amazing biscuits.
Once you roll out the biscuit dough, you will cut the dough into biscuit shapes using a biscuit cutter or glass. If you use a glass, it is helpful to dip the glass in a bit of flour or coat the rin in some flour so that the glass does not stick to the dough.
When you have cut biscuits from all of the dough, there will be some dough left. Don’t let it go to waste. Gather the remaining dough and roll it out to 1/2 inch again and cut biscuits from the remaining dough. Once there is no longer enough dough to cust biscuits from, pat the remaining dough into a rough biscuit shape and bake with the biscuits.
Unlike a lot of other biscuit recipes, this Popeyes biscuit recipe calls for melting butter in the bottom of the 9×13 inch baking pan. Then, once the biscuits are cut, you will place them in the pan and coat well with the butter so that the outside almost fries in the butter while the biscuits are baking. This gives them the nice crunchy texture just like the ones at Popeye’s Fried Chicken restaurants.
This recipe calls for 1 stick of butter, but if you want an even more buttery flavor, you can pour a little melted butter over the top after the biscuits are in the baking pan just before you pop them in the oven.
This sounds like a lot of process, but it really only takes about 5 minutes. Try this easy Popeye biscuit recipe and I KNOW you won’t be disappointed!
This Popeyes Biscuit Recipe Is Great To use With These Recipes!
This easy Popeyes biscuit recipe copycat makes delicious buttery biscuits that taste just like the ones at Popeye’s chicken restaurants. With only 4 ingredients, you will be surprised how easy they are to make!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
4 cupsbaking mix (Bisquick) 3/4 cup club soda 8 oz. sour cream 1 stick butter
Green chile is a tasty light meal when eaten with tortillas, but can also be used to top a lot of different Mexican-themed dishes! Try this easy homemade green chile recipe and you’ll have an easy meal for your family!
I absolutely love green chile! Being from Colorado, it’s pretty common to find green chile at Mexican restaurants. It can be eaten as a soup or it can be used to pour over the top of smothered burritos, enchiladas and more.
I like to serve my green chile wrapped in tortillas. Then I smother the tortillas with more green chile and then top with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and sour cream.
If you like, you can make up the green chile and pour it over your favorite Mexican dishes like burritos or enchiladas. You can also pour it over chicken or pork chops.
Thicken with flour or cornstarch so it is like a thick soup.
Spoon about 1/4 cup into the center of a flour tortilla.
Roll up tortilla.
Top with more green chile.
Sprinkle with cheese, lettuce and tomato.
Top with sour cream, if desired.
This green chile freezes really well.
Notes
This easy green chile recipe calls for pork, but I also occasionally make it with cubed cooked chicken.
This recipe is a great way to use leftover pork or chicken.
If you like, you can make the green chile and instead of serving wrapped in a tortilla, you can use to pour over your favorite Mexican dishes like burritos or enchiladas.
This green chile recipe is also good served over rice and garnished with the cheese, lettuce and other toppings.
For hundreds of delicious recipes like this for quick and easy meals, check out our cookbooks!
This easy Orange Julius recipe is one of our favorite summertime recipes! This cool refreshing creamy orange shake tastes just like the Orange Julius at the mall. The best part is it’s quick and easy to make and the entire family will love it! This recipe is also in our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 1.
This Orange Julius recipe makes a delicious creamy orange smoothie that everyone loves, especially on hot days in the summer! It tastes just like the Orange Julius recipe most of us have had at the mall.
This recipe is wonderful to make for the kids when they come in after a long day out or when sitting out with your friends. It is super easy to make in just 5 minutes with common ingredients you probably already have, so if you didn’t plan ahead, you still probably have what you need to make it!
If you’re dairy-free, you can easily substitute coconut milk and coconut ice cream so you can still enjoy this treat without the dairy.
If you want to make it a little different than the Orange Julius recipe, you can add anything that sounds good to you. Bananas, coconut and pineapple would all be great with this recipe. Don’t be afraid to try anything that sounds good to you!
This easy Orange Julius recipe makes a creamy orange smoothie that tastes just like the ones at the mall. Starting with orange juice and ice cream, it makes a perfectly refreshing cool treat for warm summer days!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
1/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate 1/2 tsp. vanilla 1/2 cup milk 5-6 ice cubes 1/4 cup sugar 2 scoops vanilla ice cream 1/2 cup water (optional)
Instructions
Combine all of the ingredients in blender until smooth.
Pour into a glass and enjoy!
This Orange Julius recipe can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Serves 4.
Notes
If you like, you can add other things like strawberries, banana, pineapple or coconut. If a smoothie-type ingredient sounds good to you, you can probably add it!
For Dairy Free:
If you’re dairy free, you can substitute coconut milk for the milk and vanilla coconut milk ice cream in place of the ice cream.
You can use Coconut Silk, but it will result in a thinner smoothie. It is better to use coconut milk in a can, if possible, because it has a thicker consistency and will more resemble a smoothie or shake.
This easy Orange Julius recipe is from Volume 1 of our cookbook:
Pot roast is a versatile food that can be used in many delicious ways! Here are some tasty tips and leftover roast beef recipes for using your leftover pot roast! (more…)
Craving something rich, creamy, and irresistibly chocolatey? This mint chocolate mousse recipe is easy to make and delivers a cool, silky-smooth dessert that’s perfect after dinner—or anytime you need a chocolate fix!
I absolutely love chocolate mousse desserts! They are so sweet and creamy and delicious!
This easy mint chocolate mousse recipe is no exception! It is cool and creamy and oh so delicious! It uses Junior Mints candies to add the mint flavor and add a little extra richness to the other ingredients!
This chocolate mousse dessert is perfect as a dessert, a snack for the kids or a special treat any time you’re having a chocolate attack!
This easy mint chocolate mousse recipe makes a smooth and creamy chocolate mousse dessert with a distinctive mint flavor. It’s a perfect dessert with virtually any meal and is also a wonderful treat anytime you’re having a chocolate craving!
You can make this Honey Baked Chicken Recipe in less than 5 minutes for less than $5 for the entire family! This is our family’s favorite because it is so delicious. It has also been a reader favorite for years! It is so easy to make that it’s perfect for the days when you don’t feel like cooking and want something fast!
This honey baked chicken recipe is perfect when you’re not feeling like cooking and want something fast! This is such a simple recipe but the result is fantastic! It’s been a staple in our house for years and readers and viewers just rave about it!
I like to toss this honey baked chicken in the oven and then serve with rice and an easy vegetable like broccoli or mixed vegetables. For other easy dinner options, you can also serve it with baby carrots, sliced bell peppers, sliced cucumbers or a salad.
To simplify meal planning, I like to keep 5-10 of my favorite recipes for easy family dinners on hand and make these same recipes for most of our family meals. When you know your family loves certain recipes, don’t make it hard on yourself by trying to always make something different. Families love predictability with the meals. Then, when you’re feeling a little more energetic and adventurous, you can try something new and maybe a little more time consuming.
My husband and our kids have always loved this honey baked chicken recipe and none of our picky eaters have ever complained about it! It’s a perfect healthy meal fast, so why complicate things even if you’re not in a hurry?
This easy honey baked chicken recipe is from volume 1 of our cookbook:
Easy Beef or Chicken Fajitas – These are so easy and my husband and I love Mexican themed dishes so we make them often!
Oven Fried Chicken Recipe with Biscuits – Even though this recipes calls for cooking the chicken with the biscuits, I often make the chicken without the biscuits. The kids frequently request it because everyone loves it so much!
This easy Indian Fry Bread Recipe makes a delicious fry bread that can be used to make Navajo Tacos, also called Indian Tacos and a variety of other foods. We like to make the Indian tacos, but sometimes the kids just like to eat the Navajo fry bread with honey. Either way, they are delicious!
This easy Indian fry bread recipe makes a wonderfully delicious Navajo fry bread, which you can eat by itself, eat with honey as a dessert or snack or cover in taco fixings to make Navajo tacos!
Navajo tacos are an easy family dinner recipe that everyone loves. The Indian fry bread has a texture that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It makes a different kind of base for tacos, which is much more delicious than regular taco shells or tortillas.
This Navajo fry bread recipe is easy to make traditionally according to our recipe below, but if you’re in a big hurry, you can make these even faster by rolling out Grands biscuits and frying according to the recipe instead of making your own dough from scratch.
How To Make The Indian Fry Bread
Besides being super tasty, this recipe is easy to make with ingredients you already have at home like all purpose flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and water. Don’t over-think it. The recipe is super simple. (Full recipe below)
First, you will mix the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Then, stir in the water and the milk. If you do this all in one bowl, you will have fewer dishes to wash and who doesn’l’t like less dishwashing?
Once it is mixed, turn out onto a cutting board and knead several times to make a smooth dough. Again, don’t overthink it. This is an easy recipe.
Roll out the dough into approximately 5-inch circles. Make a small home in the center of each circle with your fingers. This will make them cook more evenly when you fry them.
Heat the oil in a skillet until it is about 375°. I like to use a digital laser thermometer like this one to double check the temperature. Once the oil is hot enough, fry each Indian fry bread circle, one at a time, until it puffs and bubbles. It should turn a light golden brown. Then using tongs, carefully turn it over and fry the other side.
Place a paper towel on a plate. As you remove each fry bread from the frying pan, place it on the paper towel to drain it while you fry the next one.
When you have finished frying them, you can serve them as a snack or make Indian tacos (Navajo tacos). If you serve them as a snack, you can top with things like honey, powdered sugar, cinnamon or your favorite flavor of jam or a combination of these.
My kids love to eat the Indian fry bread as a dessert or snack with honey. If there are any bubbles in the bread, they like to pour some honey inside the Navajo fry bread to make it extra sweet!
How to Make Indian Tacos
Once you make the Indian fry bread recipe, you can make fry bread tacos by topping with your favorite taco ingredients. You can really use any kind of toppings that sound good on Indian tacos. I am including a list of some of our favorite toppings here.
My husband and I like to make the Indian tacos recipe for ourselves more elaborate with a lot of different toppings. If you have picky eaters or small kids, you might want to keep it simple and include only a few things like ground beef, refried beans, or cheese. The beauty of this recipe is that it is very easy to make and it is easy to customize for each person’s tastes without causing you a lot of extra work.
Here are some toppings you might like to include when you make the Navajo tacos recipe:
Taco seasoned ground beef
Taco seasoned chicken
Pot roast or pulled pork
Black beans or pinto beans
Refried beans
Your preferred shredded cheese – Mexican blend, Cheddar, Asiago, etc.
Sour cream
Lettuce, green leaf, iceberg or romaine
Chopped tomatoes
Salsa – We prefer pico de Gallo salsa
Guacamole
Black olives
Cilantro
White onions, chopped
Green onions or red onions, chopped (especially on top to add to the color)
Anything else you can think of that might go well with tacos
In addition to the tacos, you can use the Indian fry bread to make other kinds of sandwiches and treats, so don’t be afraid to experiment! You can use the Navajo fry bread in place of bread, taco shells or tostadas.
This Navajo Tacos Indian Fry Bread Recipe is from Volume 1 of our Cookbook:
I was in a rush this evening, so I thought I would use Grand biscuits, instead of making the version of the Navajo tacos fry bread you included here. I just rolled out the Grands biscuits with a rolling pin, put a small hole in the middle and followed the rest of the recipe. My family loves it!
We also had fried apples for dessert, and I crushed up some homemade (plain)granola bars on it. It was YUMMY!
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This easy Homemade Apple Oatmeal Bars Recipe is easy to make, and perfect for snacks, lunches, or a healthier dessert! Made with simple ingredients and full of cozy apple flavor, they’re a delicious alternative to cookies and cakes. Customize with your favorite add-ins and enjoy anytime!
Looking for a quick and easy snack or dessert that’s wholesome, delicious, and budget-friendly? These Homemade Apple Oatmeal Bars are just the thing! Made with simple ingredients you probably have on hand, these bars are soft, chewy, and packed with delicious apple flavor. They’re perfect for school lunches, afternoon snacks, or even a light dessert—and they make a healthier alternative to cookies, cakes, and other sugary treats.
You can customize them with your favorite add-ins like nuts, raisins, or even chocolate chips, and they work great with other fruits too—think blueberries, raspberries, or a mix! Whether you’re trying to use up extra apples or just want an easy homemade treat, this recipe is a must-try. It’s so easy to make, even beginners will have success!
This homemade apple oatmeal bars recipe is easy to make, great for lunches, snacks and desserts and makes a great healthy alternative to cookies and cakes!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
1 cup quick cooking oatmeal 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 cup butter 1 cup flour 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 2 1/2 cups apples*, chopped or 3/4 cup apple butter (omit cinnamon) 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup add-ins (optional), any nuts, chocolate chips, dried fruit or coconut could be added.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°.
Combine the first five ingredients.
Pat half of the mixture into an 8×8 inch baking pan.
Layer apples and sugar.
Crumble the remaining oatmeal mixture on top.
Bake 35 minutes.
Notes
*Any other fruit may be used in place of apples or mixed with apples if you like. Raspberries or blueberries would be great!
This apple and bacon salad recipe is packed with bold flavor and delicious texture—sweet, salty, crisp, and savory all in one bite! It’s the perfect fresh and satisfying salad when you want something a little more exciting than the usual.
If you’re tired of the same old salad routine, this Apple and Bacon Salad Recipe is just the refreshing twist you need! With the perfect balance of sweet, salty, crunchy, and savory, this easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a salad that’s anything but boring. Crisp apples, smoky bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese served on a bed of fresh lettuce and carrots, all tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette that brings every bite to life.
This salad is a wonderful side dish for just about any meal—chicken, pork, beef, or even a light lunch on its own. It’s a great way to add a pop of flavor and color to your plate, and it’s incredibly quick to throw together. From start to finish, it takes just a few minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute company.
The vinaigrette is simple and tasty, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, dry mustard, and oregano. It ties everything together beautifully without overpowering the fresh ingredients. And if you want to save time for your Apple and Bacon Salad, cook a few extra slices of bacon at breakfast and set them aside for the salad later—easy and efficient!
This apple and bacon salad recipe is not your standard boring salad! Whether you’re looking for something to elevate your dinner menu or just want a more exciting salad option, this easy salad recipe is sure to become a favorite. It’s proof that salads don’t have to be plain to be easy—and they definitely don’t have to be boring to be healthy!
This easy apple and bacon salad recipe is the perfect combination of sweet and salty with a nice combination of delicious flavors! This recipe spices up regular salad and is so much tastier than plain lettuce and dressing! It’s easy to make with just a few minutes’ work and is the perfect side for chicken, beef or pork dishes!
Author:Jill Cooper
Ingredients
1/2 head Boston lettuce
1/2 head leaf lettuce
2 carrots, peeled and diced
1 red apple, diced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Vinaigrette:
1/2 cup olive oil
2 Tbs. red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1/4 tsp. oregano
Pinch of salt, pepper and sugar
Instructions
Whisk the vinaigrette ingredients together in a salad bowl.
Add all of the salad ingredients on top of it.
Toss everything together.
Notes
To save time and make this salad easier fry extra bacon when you cook breakfast in the morning and save it back to use for the salad.
This slow cooker pot roast recipe is quick and easy to make and will satisfy everyone in your family! It’s also easy to use the leftovers for other quick meals!
This slow cooker pot roast recipe is so delicious and easy that it is one of the most popular recipes in volume 1 of our Dining On A Dime Cookbook! It is versatile and one slow cooked roast can be used to make several different meals to keep pleasing your family day after day!
This slow cooked pot roast is so delicious that everyone always raves about it! I cook it for my family any time I can get a good price on beef roast, but it’s also a great recipe to make when you want to impress guests! We have also made this slow cooked roast for holidays and special occasions.
This slow cooked roast recipe can be cooked in the oven or in a slow cooker. The secret to fall off the bone tender roast is in the slow cooking. I prefer to cook pot roast in the oven because I think it gives the roast a little bit better taste than the crockpot, but if you prefer a slow cooker, you will still end up with a tender and tasty roast.
I usually take a few minutes to prepare the beef roast the night before and let it cook slowly all night in the oven. By the next day, it is already starting to smell delicious, but I keep letting it slow cook until it’s time to serve for dinner.
Some people worry about leaving the oven on all night, but as long as there is nothing wrong with your oven, it should be fine, especially if it is an electric oven. I have cooked this slow cooker pot roast recipe in the oven for more than 25 years and have never had a problem.
Easy Serving Ideas
For an easy one pan meal, I sometimes add some potatoes, carrots and onions about 2 hours before the roast is finished and let them all cook together with the roast. This makes a great meal by itself, but if you want, you can also serve with a salad, fruit salad or fruit or veggies.
If I don’t have carrots and potatoes on hand, I will make some rice and serve the roast with rice and an easy vegetable. My family likes the fresh frozen broccoli or mixed vegetables so if I’m looking for an easy veggie, I will often microwave one of these just before serving.
In the fall when I have lots of zucchini and other squash, I will also occasionally fry some squash and onions in a frying pan with margarine or oil and serve with the slow cooker pot roast. You can fry the squash in butter, but you have to watch it carefully because butter burns easily.
This slow cooker pot roast is super versatile. You can plan to make this pot roast and reserve the excess to make up to 4 dinners with 1 roast.
There are many delicious ways to use leftover roast! The pot roast leftovers are perfect for sandwiches and wraps. You can make delicious Mexican-style wraps by placing some roast on a flour tortilla with cheese, onions, lettuce and salsa.
For lots of great leftover pot roast recipes, be sure to check out the links to the other posts at the bottom of this post!
This easy slow cooker pot roast recipe is from volume 1 of our cookbook:
This delicious slow cooker pot roast recipe is easy to make with 5 minutes preparation time in an oven or a crockpot. I include the oven instructions first because I prefer to make it in the oven and crockpot instructions below!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
1 beef roast, 3-5 lbs. 1 onion, sliced 1 can cream of mushroom soup (omit for GF and sprinkle with seasoned salt)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 250°.
Place roast in pan.
Pour cream of mushroom soup and onion on top.
Cover tightly. Bake at 250° for 1 hour.
Then turn it down to 225° and cook for 6-8 hours (about 6 hours for a smaller roast and 8 hours for a larger roast). When done, it should be so tender that the meat easily pulls off the roast with a fork. Serves 4 when you use a 3-5 lb. roast.
Slow Cooker Instructions:
If you prefer to cook this slow cooked roast in a crockpot or slow cooker, place the ingredients in the crockpot and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 5-6 hours. For the most tender roast, it is best to cook longer on a lower temperature.
Use a meat thermometer to make sure the internal temperature reaches 145°.
Notes
This slow cooked roast recipe can be cooked in the oven or a slow cooker. The secret is in the slow cooking. I prefer to cook it in the oven because I think it gives the roast a little bit better taste than the crockpot, but if you prefer a slow cooker, you will still end up with a tender and tasty roast.
This slow cooker pot roast recipe is an excellent way to prepare inexpensive roasts. This slow cooked roast recipe makes them so tender they fall off the bone and are almost impossible to lift out of the pan.
This recipe is an excellent way to make a delicious meal for Sunday after church or for guests, because it can cook for 2 or 3 hours longer than required without overcooking.
Since it is so tender that no meat is left on the bone, you get more pot roast for your money.
From Tawra’s Inbox:
Hello ladies,
I just want to say a BIG THANK YOU for your slow cooked pot roast recipe! It has been a joke in my family how truly BAD my roasts taste. My loved ones dutifully eat it because they see how hard I’ve worked on dinner ( plus they are nearly starved to death by the time dinner is served ) and they see the strained smile on my face as I bring their plates to the table. But even I can barely swallow the roast.
I always followed my “Better Homes and Gardens” cookbook faithfully and would try different cuts of meat, all to no avail; it still turned out so dry and tough.
Enter your help. I have been enjoying flitting about your website and finding all sorts of nuggets of advice. Then I found your slow cooker pot roast recipe! This was the answer I’ve been searching for, lo these many years! I had been cooking it all wrong. I thought I was doomed to buying the pre-cooked roasts-in-a-bag at my local grocery store.
Now my family smiles when they smell the slow cooked roast cooking as they come home from school. And I feel great knowing I have mastered one of the basic requirements of motherhood… cooking the perfect roast.
Thank you for all your great tips!
Sincerely, Becky H.
“Your slow cooker pot roast recipe calls for pouring soup and onion over roast and to cover tightly. What do you mean by cover tightly? Wrap it in tin foil?”
Thanks, Dennis
Yes, wrap in foil. I just put one or two pieces on the top of the pan and then “seal” the edges with my fingers.
-Tawra
If you like this easy slow cooker pot roast recipe, check out these great recipe for using leftover roast beef:
This easy Lemon Bars recipe makes a crisp, tangy, and refreshingly sweet dessert—just like a cool glass of lemonade! With a buttery crust and a bright, zesty filling, they’re the perfect treat for summer parties, potlucks, or anytime you need a cheerful, crowd-pleasing dessert.
Easy Lemon Bars Recipe – A Tangy, Refreshing Treat for All Ages!
This easy Lemon Bars recipe makes a dessert that is the perfect balance of tart and sweet, with a crisp, buttery crust that’s the perfect foundation for the zesty lemon filling. They’re a hit with both kids and adults alike, and whether you’re serving them at a summer gathering, a potluck, or just as an afternoon treat, these lemon bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
The rich, tangy filling is made with fresh lemon juice, giving it that bright, refreshing flavor that’s just like a cool glass of lemonade on a warm day. Paired with a golden, slightly sweet crust, these bars create a perfect contrast of textures—crisp, melt-in-your-mouth crust with a luscious, citrusy topping.
Not only are they absolutely delicious, but the sunny yellow color of these lemon bars adds a cheerful pop to any meal or dessert spread. They’re the kind of treat that gets noticed at potlucks and family gatherings, and trust me—lemon bars and brownies are usually the first to disappear off the table. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply indulging in something sweet, this easy lemon bar recipe is a go-to favorite!
These lemon bars are perfect for casual family dinners as well as for parties, picnics, and other festive events. Make them ahead, serve them chilled, and enjoy the tangy goodness that everyone will be talking about long after they’re gone!
This easy lemon bars recipe is from volume 1 of our cookbook:
Press into a greased 9×13 inch pan. Make sure the edges are higher than the center to contain the filling.
Bake the crust for 20 minutes or until it begins to brown.
Combine, eggs, sugar and lemon juice and mix well.
Stir in flour and baking powder.
Pour into the baked crust and bake 20 minutes at 350°.
The lemon bars are done when they are firm to the touch. Cut into small squares and dust with powdered sugar. These lemon bars are extremely rich, so cut into small pieces.
This best homemade sweet muffins recipe makes moist, sweet and delicious muffins! It is our most favorite muffins recipe! Our family loves them and your family and friends are sure to love them, too!
This best homemade sweet muffins recipe makes moist, sweet and delicious muffins! It is our most favorite muffins recipe! Our family loves them and your family and friends are sure to love them, too!
Author:Jill
Yield:1 dozen muffins
Ingredients
1 egg 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. soda 1 1/2 cups flour
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°.
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl. The batter will be slightly lumpy.
Place batter 2/3 full into greased muffin tins or muffin tins lined with papers.
Bake 15-20 minutes.
Mom’s best homemade sweet muffins recipe is from volume 1 of our cookbook:
Looking for a simple way to make vegetables exciting? This cheesy cauliflower recipe is a quick and easy side dish your whole family will love—even the kids! Tender cauliflower is topped with a tangy, flavorful dressing made from mayonnaise, mustard, and onion, then covered in gooey, melted cheddar cheese. It’s so delicious, you’ll be amazed at how much you can love cauliflower!
Cheesy Cauliflower Recipe – A Quick, Easy, and Flavor-Packed Side Dish!
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to make vegetables more exciting, this Cheesy Cauliflower Recipe is just what you need! It’s a simple dish that transforms basic cauliflower into something truly special with just a handful of ingredients you probably already have on hand. The combination of creamy mayonnaise, a touch of tangy mustard, and a hint of onion creates a flavorful dressing that perfectly complements the tender cauliflower. Then, everything is topped off with melted cheddar cheese for a rich, gooey finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
This cheesy cauliflower recipe has been a favorite in our family for years, and even picky eaters love it! It’s the perfect go-to when you want something a little different, but still comforting and easy to make. We make it any time we feel like something different and delicious, but it’s especially good at holidays and family get-togethers! The bright, cheesy flavor pairs beautifully with a wide variety of main dishes, including chicken, beef, pork, and ham.
One of the best things about this cheesy cauliflower recipe is how fast and easy it is to prepare. You can have it on the table in under 15 minutes, all made right in the microwave! Simply cook the cauliflower until tender, spread the flavorful dressing on top, sprinkle with cheese, and microwave again until it’s deliciously melted. It’s the perfect side dish for busy nights when you still want something homemade and satisfying.
Whether you’re trying to add more vegetables to your meals or just want a tasty new side dish to rotate into your menu, this cheesy cauliflower is a must-try. Once you taste it, you’ll wonder why you ever thought cauliflower was boring!
This easy cheesy cauliflower recipe is from our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 1:
This cheesy cauliflower recipe makes a quick and easy vegetable side dish perfect to serve with many popular meals. Its cheesy, tangy flavor and tender texture really makes this cauliflower extra delicious! It’s great served with chicken, beef, ham and more!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
1 medium head cauliflower
Topping
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 tsp. onion salt or 1 tsp. onion, finely chopped
1 tsp. mustard
1/2 cup Cheddar cheese
Instructions
Wash the cauliflower (don’t dry).
Place the cauliflower into a casserole dish.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Microwave 8-9 minutes, until tender.
Combine mayonnaise, onion salt or onion and mustard.
Spoon onto the cauliflower.
Sprinkle cheese on top.
Microwave 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese. Serves 4.
This easy dinner rolls recipe is our family’s favorite! Are you looking for an easy and inexpensive homemade dinner rolls that your family will love? You can make these dinner rolls for less than $1.00 per batch. They are commonly called 90 Minute Rolls, but they really only take about 5 minutes’ preparation time and then you occasionally check in on them!
This easy dinner rolls recipe makes tasty fresh dinner rolls perfect as a bread with virtually any meal. It is a classic family recipe sometimes called 90 minute Rolls. Don’t let the “90 minutes” in the name scare you. This dinner rolls recipe is called that because 90 minutes is the total time from getting the idea to having freshly baked dinner rolls ready to serve your family.
It actually only takes about 5 minutes to prepare this super easy dinner rolls recipe and then every so often, you have to check it and spend a moment on the next step.
This recipe is sooo worth it! If you have never made fresh homemade dinner rolls, you’ll never want to go back to the store bought ones! They’re perfect served with chicken, beef or pork and a vegetable for an easy meal. If you serve a meal with gravy, there is nothing quite as wonderful as soaking up the leftover gravy with one of these 90 minute rolls! Oh YUM!! They also taste great with soup, stew and chili.
In addition to serving them for family dinners, these rolls are also great for holiday meals, and kids absolutely love them. Try them today and you won’t regret it!
Here’s an easy dinner rolls recipe you can use to make delicious homemade dinner rolls or cinnamon rolls. With just 5 minutes prep time and less than $1.00 per batch, your family will love them!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Yield:12 dinner rolls
Ingredients
Units
2–2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 Tbsp. sugar 1 pkg. or 1 Tbsp. yeast 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2cup milk 1/4cup water 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
Instructions
Mix 3/4 cup flour with sugar, yeast, and salt.
Heat milk, water and butter until very warm (120°-130°).
Add to dry ingredients and beat 2 minutes on medium speed.
Add 1/4 cup flour.
Beat 2 minutes on high. Stir in enough flour to make a stiff dough.
Knead 2-3 minutes.
Place in a greased bowl and let rise 15 minutes.
Divide dough into 12 pieces and shape into balls.
Place in an 8-inch round cake pan. Let rise 15 minutes.
Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes.
90 Minute Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Roll out the dough after rising the first time.
Spread with 2 tablespoons softened butter or margarine.
Combine 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 cup sugar and sprinkle on dough.
Roll jelly-roll style.
Cut into 1 inch pieces.
Place in the pan and bake as above.
This easy dinner rolls recipe is from volume 1 of our cookbook, where it is called 90 minute rolls:
This easy fudge brownie recipe makes moist and delicious homemade brownies you can make using ingredients you already have at home!
This easy fudge brownie recipe tastes amazing and is SUPER easy to adapt. The best part?! The base recipe for this homemade brownie mix calls for only 5 ingredients! It is also in our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 1!
To adapt this homemade fudge brownie recipe, you can add:
nuts
chocolate chips
white chocolate chips
M&M’s, Nutella
caramel bits
butterscotch chips
cherry chips
mint chips
or top with:
chocolate chips
crushed cookies
whipped cream
ice cream
You can also easily double the brownie mix recipe to make a double batch of tasty brownies! If you like, top the brownies with your favorite frosting. Any flavor works, but why not add a chocolate or fudge frosting? What could be better than fudge brownies with chocolate? Oh yum!
This homemade brownie mix is the perfect size because it makes a 9×13 pan. Just perfect for everyone to have some and leftovers for lunch the next day, but not so big that you blow your diet eating the entire pan in one sitting. (who me? :-)
Another plus? There are only 2 “wet” ingredients.
Butter and eggs.
And the brownie recipe can be made in one bowl too.
I’m all for fewer dishes!
These BROWNIES ARE AMAZING!
I think these brownies are really good, but we especially love them with ice cream for a brownie sundae covered in chocolate sauce!
We’re including a perfect chocolate frosting you can add to make top these brownies!
If you LOVE super fudgy brownies, this is the recipe for you. This recipe calls for you to remove them 5-10 minutes before they are completely done. This gives the brownies an ooey gooey chocolate brownie amazingness that is definitely worth trying!! 🙂 If you like your brownies more done, just leave them in the oven 5-10 minutes longer.
Here’s the reaction to this fudge brownie recipe from a couple of our readers:
Annjanette C. Just the BEST BROWNIES EVER!!! My granddaughter always wants to make these when she visits!!! 😊
Tammy B. This is the only recipe I ever use. Everyone loves these brownies!
This easy homemade fudge brownie recipe is from Volume 1 of our cookbook:
This easy fudge brownies recipe makes mouthwatering homemade fudge brownies using ingredients you already have at home! With just 5 minutes prep, then bake and you’ll be savoring these heavenly brownies in no time! Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Yield:18 brownies
Ingredients
1 cup butter or margarine, melted 2 cups sugar 1/2 cup baking cocoa (Hershey’s works best.) 4 eggs 1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°.
Mix the butter, sugar and cocoa together in a mixing bowl.
Add the eggs and mix well.
Stir in flour; mix well.
Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and pour the batter into the pan.
Bake for 30 minutes or until the brownies test done with a wooden pick.
Cool in the pan.
Frost if desired.
Chocolate Frosting Recipe
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup cocoa
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup butter or margarine
Combine all of the frosting ingredients in a saucepan.
Bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute.
Poke holes in a hot cake or brownies with a fork.
Pour the hot frosting over the cake or brownies.
Notes
Variations:
Of course I make the quickie version of chocolate frosting with a secret ingredient!
To make quickie chocolate frosted brownies, I start with the 5 ingredient recipe above. Then, I add chocolate chips to the recipe and sprinkle some chocolate chips on top after I take the brownies out of the oven, while they are still piping hot. Then when the chips are melted, I spread the melted chocolate chips over the top for an “over the top” double chocolate brownie.
Variation: Cream Cheese Brownies
Make the Fudge Brownies above. Then add:
8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix well. Swirl into brownies and cook as directed.
From: Vonna
I wanted to add a tip for cutting brownies. When you cut brownies, if you use a plastic knife, your brownies won’t “tear” apart like they sometimes do. This even works (but not quite as well) on warm brownies.
We absolutely love this easy stacked enchiladas recipe! It makes a quick and easy meal that’s great for families! Our entire family loves it, including the kids and I have often served it when I don’t feel like spending a lot of time in the kitchen!
Easy Enchiladas Recipe!
This stacked enchiladas recipe is different from a traditional enchilada recipe in that you don’t roll the enchiladas. Instead, you layer the toppings between 2 or more layers of filling and then add cheese and salad toppings on the top.
As written, the recipe serves 4, and includes 2 tortillas per stacked enchilada, but I often included an extra layer in the middle for my husband. My husband and the kids absolutely love this recipe. The kids love it with homemade tortilla chips and sopapillas!
I often cut tortillas into quarters and fry them in oil to make tortilla chips, especially when I have a pack of corn tortillas that is not quite as fresh and the tortillas are more brittle than flexible. These make great chips and give life to tortillas you might otherwise throw away.
This easy enchilada recipe is very flexible. I make it with these ingredients because everybody likes them, the recipe doesn’t cost a lot to make and it’s super easy. If you wanted to make it fancier, you could add a can of black beans or pinto beans to the mixture. If you prefer, you could leave out the beef.
You could also add black olives or chopped green onions to the top for a different kind of garnish. Or smother it in green chile if you prefer! Oh YUM! Really, any kind of Mexican food type modifications would probably be wonderful! If you make any modifications, tell us about them in the comments and how they turned out!
If you love enchiladas but hate the hassle of rolling them, this Easy Stacked Enchiladas Recipe is for you! Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a crowd-pleasing dish, these stacked enchiladas come together in no time.
While you are waiting for the oil to heat, prepare bowls of tomatoes, lettuce and cheese.
The oil is hot enough when you place a tortilla in it and it sizzles. Have your plate ready in one hand and dip the tortilla in oil for 5 seconds.
Using kitchen tongs, turn over the tortilla and cook 5 more seconds.
Lift the tortilla out of pan, hold over the oil and drain slightly.
Place the tortilla on the plate and put 1/4 cup beef mixture on top.
Dip another tortilla in the oil and fry the same as above. Place on top of beef mixture.
Top with more beef mixture, tomatoes and lettuce.
Finish with a little cheese, sour cream and olives if desired. Serve warm. Serves 4.
Notes
For more hearty stacked enchiladas, you can stack additional layers of tortilla and then beef mixture before topping off with lettuce and tomatoes. If you do, you will want to adjust the recipe to make sure it serves the number of people you are feeding.
*For lower fat enchiladas, dip in warmed enchilada sauce or just warm the tortilla in the microwave for 8 seconds; then add meat and toppings.
For more quick, easy and delicious recipes like this Homemade Stacked Enchiladas Recipe, check out our cookbook!
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Other Recipes That Go Great With These Stacked Enchiladas:
This easy spinach artichoke dip recipe makes a delicious dip that’s great for parties and other get-togethers! It’s quick, easy to make and simply yummy!
This creamy, cheesy easy spinach artichoke dip recipe is unbelievably easy to make! It tastes just like the one from your favorite restaurant—but at a fraction of the price. We love making this dip for Christmas and special occasions, and it’s always a crowd-pleaser!
It only takes about 5 minutes of prep to throw this dip together, so you can easily make it ahead of time and simply reheat at 350° for 20 minutes when you’re ready to serve.
You can keep most of the ingredients on hand, so whenever you need a quick, delicious dip for a get-together, this recipe is ready to go!
We usually serve spinach artichoke dip with:
tortilla chips bread chunks crackers bagel chips and vegetables
Spoil yourself and your friends with this truly delicious treat!
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this easy spinach artichoke dip recipe that’s sure to be the star of any gathering. This crowd-pleasing appetizer combines tender spinach, savory artichoke hearts, and a blend of cheeses, all blended to a creamy, gooey perfection. Whether you’re hosting a casual game night or a festive holiday party, this easy-to-make dip is guaranteed to disappear in minutes.
Author:Tawra
Ingredients
1 cup thawed, chopped frozen spinach 1 1/2 cups thawed, chopped frozen artichoke hearts 6 oz. cream cheese 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup grated Parmesan 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
Instructions
Boil spinach and artichokes in 1 cup of water until tender.
Drain. Discard liquid.
Heat cream cheese in the microwave for 1 minute or until hot and soft.
Stir in the rest of the ingredients
Serve hot.
For lots more quick and easy home cooked recipes, check out our Dining On A Dime Cookbooks!
This Easy Chicken Pot Pie Recipe is delicious and easy to make. You can use turkey instead of chicken and save even more money on this classic favorite!
Try this Homemade Fruit Smoothies Recipe, along with lots of extra add-in suggestions to give you lots of variety! Fruit Smoothies are both healthy and delicious. They make a great quick breakfast or a tasty snack! These Homemade Fruit Smoothie recipes can be found in volume 2 of our cookbook!
If you’re looking for a quick, refreshing drink that’s both nutritious and budget-friendly, this homemade fruit smoothies recipe is the perfect solution! Smoothies are one of the easiest ways to enjoy fresh fruit, add extra nutrition to your day, and create a delicious treat that the whole family will love. With just a few simple ingredients and a blender, you can whip up a creamy smoothie in minutes.
This homemade fruit smoothies recipe uses a simple base of fruit, milk or yogurt, ice, sugar, and vanilla. The beauty of this recipe is how flexible it is. You can use fresh fruit when it’s in season, frozen fruit for convenience, or even canned fruit from your pantry. That means you can enjoy smoothies all year long without spending a lot of money.
Another great thing about this smoothie recipe is how easy it is to customize. You can mix and match fruits like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, bananas, and pineapple to create endless flavor combinations. If you want a tropical smoothie, try pineapple and banana with coconut flavoring. For a berry blend, mix strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Even fruits like watermelon, cantaloupe, and kiwi work beautifully for a refreshing twist.
You can also switch up the liquid in this fruit smoothies recipe depending on the flavor you want. Milk makes smoothies creamy and filling, while fruit juices like orange juice, pineapple juice, or apple juice give them a bright, refreshing taste. For a little fizz, top off your smoothie with ginger ale or sparkling water.
If you want to boost the nutrition, try adding extras like oatmeal, wheat germ, bran cereal, protein powder, or flaxseed oil. These simple additions can turn a smoothie into a satisfying breakfast or an energy-boosting snack. You can even add cocoa mix, instant pudding mix, or chocolate syrup for a fun dessert-style smoothie.
Whether you’re making a quick breakfast, a healthy snack, or a cool drink on a hot day, this homemade fruit smoothies recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy fruit in endless combinations. Once you start experimenting with flavors and add-ins, you’ll find that smoothies quickly become a favorite in your kitchen
This Fruit Smoothie recipe is from our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 2:
2 cups fresh, frozen or canned fruit 2 cups milk or 1 cup milk and 1 cup yogurt 1 cup ice cubes 3 Tbsp. sugar 1 tsp. vanilla
Instructions
Combine all of the ingredients in a blender.
Blend until smooth.
You can make any combination of the following items for your homemade fruit smoothies. When you use juices, substitute juice in the recipe in place of milk.
Top off any smoothie with ginger ale or sparkling water.
strawberries, blueberries, peaches and a sprig of mint
strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries
strawberries, raspberries and banana
orange juice, pineapple juice, banana
crushed pineapple, 1/4 tsp coconut flavoring
apple juice, coconut and 1/4 tsp. grated ginger
banana and 2 Tbsp. peanut butter
banana, strawberries, 2 Tbsp. chocolate syrup
strawberries, banana, peaches and apple
mixed berries and peaches or pears
bananas and kiwi fruit
watermelon
cantaloupe
peaches and 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 cup mint extract, 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
4 tsp. malted milk powder
1/4 cup chocolate syrup
1/3 cup unsweetened grape juice
1/4 cup chocolate syrup and 1/4 cup coffee (don’t use with fruit)
Here are some other tasty add-ins For Your Homemade Fruit Smoothies:
1/4 cup oatmeal
1 Tbsp. wheat germ
1/4 cup bran cereal
flaxseed oil
bee pollen
breakfast powder
protein powder
powdered milk
cocoa mix
instant coffee
instant pudding mix
powdered soft drink mix
2 Tbsp. fruit juice concentrate
cinnamon
nutmeg
any flavorings such as cherry, strawberry, peppermint etc.
Here are 15 quick and easy hamburger casserole recipes to make dinner a snap! You’ll find lots of variations on traditional hamburger casserole that the entire family will love and you’ll be in and out of the kitchen fast!
15 Hamburger Casserole Recipes For Quick And Easy Meals!
This easy hamburger casserole recipe is a great recipe when the kids are hungry and you don’t have a lot of time. It’s popular with virtually everyone! Serve with a vegetable and some applesauce and you’ve got an entire meal in minutes! You can find this recipe in our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 1.
1/2 lb. ground beef, browned 6cupsmacaroni, cooked 2cups American cheese 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. onion powder
salt (to taste)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°.
In a casserole dish, mix the browned ground beef with macaroni and add cheese. Stir until melted.
Add the tomato sauce, garlic powder, onion powder and salt.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Notes
*When I am in a hurry I drain the macaroni and then add the hamburger and cheese, along with the rest of the ingredients into the same pan I cooked the macaroni in. Then I stir until the cheese is melted.
This easy hamburger casserole recipe is from Volume 1 of our cookbook:
This Mexican hamburger casserole recipe is an easy hamburger casserole with a moderately spicy Mexican theme. It’s quick and easy to make and perfect for families!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
Units
1/2 to 1 lb. ground beef* 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 small can tomato sauce 1 small can green chiles, chopped 8 to 16oz. cheese, grated* 12 corn tortillas
green onions for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 300°.
Brown the ground beef in a frying pan.
Drain.
Add the soup, tomato sauce and chiles.
In a casserole dish or baking pan, layer the tortillas, meat mixture and cheese.
Bake for 30-45 minutes.
Garnish with green onions or cilantro before serving.
Notes
This recipe is very flexible. You can adjust the hamburger and cheese to what you have on hand. I use cheddar cheese but you can use Monterey Jack, Mexican mix or any combination of cheese you want.
You can also add other Mexican themed ingredients like chopped onions or black olives.
Your family will love this classic tater tot casserole recipe, a quick and easy one dish meal that requires less than 5 minutes’ prep time. Starting with ground beef, and including mixed veggies, cream of mushroom soup, tater tots, and more, this is a rich and tasty dinner recipe everyone loves!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
1 to 2 lbs. hamburger, browned and seasoned (to taste) 1 pkg. dry onion soup mix 8 oz. sour cream 20 oz. frozen mixed veggies, or leftover veggies 1 can cream of mushroom soup 2 lb. bag of tater tots 8 oz cheddar cheese (or the cheese of your choice)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°.
Gently mix together all of the ingredients except the cheese.
Place into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Bake for about 1 hour.
Notes
Keep a container in the freezer and, when you have a small dab of vegetables left over, put them in this container. This casserole is a great way to use them up instead of making the usual veggie soup.
This pizza hamburger casserole recipe makes a quick and easy hamburger casserole with a pizza themed flavor! It’s an easy Italian style family meal everyone in the family will love!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
2 lbs. hamburger (ground beef) 1 onion, chopped 1 green pepper, chopped 1( 4 oz.) can mushrooms 1 (32 oz.) jar spaghetti sauce 1 (10 oz.) can pizza sauce 4 oz. pepperoni 16 oz. mozzarella cheese, grated 3 cups macaroni twists, uncooked
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°.
Boil macaroni twists for 20 minutes or until cooked to the desired doneness.
Brown the hamburger, onion and pepper in a frying pan.
Mix everything except the cheese together in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
Bake for 45 minutes. Add cheese in the last 5 minutes.
This easy enchilada casserole recipe makes a quick and easy meal with a Tex-Mex feel! This recipe is easy to adapt to your taste and your family’s taste. You can eliminate the beef and use all beans, add more beef or cheese, add black olives or top with sour cream. If you’ve never made it before, try it today!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
10 corn tortillas, cut in half 1 lb. ground beef 1 Tbsp. taco seasoning 1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained salt and pepper (to taste) 2 cups red enchilada sauce 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1–2 tomatoes, sliced (optional) 1/4 cup green onions, sliced (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°.
Brown the ground beef in a frying pan, about 6-8 minutes.
Add the taco seasoning, beans and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to mix the ingredients.
Grease a 2 quart baking dish.
Spread 1/4 cup of the enchilada sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
Layer one third of the tortillas over the sauce.
Add half of the meat mixture.
Then add 3/4 cup of cheese on top of the meat.
Pour 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce over the cheese.
Repeat the process with 1/3 of the tortillas, the rest of the meat mixture, 3/4 cup of cheese and 1/2 cup of sauce.
Add the final 1/3 of the tortillas on top of the casserole.
Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the tortillas.
Sprinkle on the rest of the cheese on top.
Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and browned.
Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before cutting. If desired, you can garnish with tomatoes and green onions over the top.
1 lb. hamburger (ground beef) 1 onion, chopped 2cupscelery, sliced 1/2cuprice, uncooked 1/2cup soy sauce 1/2cup water 1 (4 oz.) can mushrooms 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can cream of mushroom soup 1 small can bean sprouts 1 small can sliced water chestnuts
Chinese noodles
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°.
Brown the hamburger and onions in a frying pan.
Mix all of the remaining ingredients except the Chinese noodles together into the hamburger (including the liquid from the mushrooms and bean sprouts).
Place the mixture into a greased 9×9 inch baking pan.
Bake for 1 1/2 hours.
Top with the Chinese noodles.
Double the amount of the ingredients for a 9×13 inch pan.
Note: This recipe takes longer to cook because of the uncooked rice. You could use 1 1/2 cups of cooked rice but, if you do, don’t use the liquid from the mushrooms and bean sprouts. That will cut the cooking time in half.
Use Ramen noodles or instant rice in your casseroles. This makes preparation easier since you don’t need to cook these before you add them to the dish.
If you have time, roast your veggies before adding them to your casserole for some added flavor.
This easy 2 ingredient hamburger casserole recipe makes a quick and easy main dish that your kids will love and that takes just a few minutes to prepare. Quick and simple and easy to adapt if you like!
2 lbs. ground beef, browned 1 tsp. onion powder 1 onion, chopped (optional) 1 green pepper, chopped (optional) 3 (1 oz.) pkgs. gravy mix 2 1/2 cups water OR leave out the gravy mix and water and add 3 cups leftover beef gravy 2 (7.5 oz) cans biscuits salt (to taste)
Instructions
Mix the ground beef, onion powder and chopped onions and peppers (if you’re using them).
Spray the crockpot with cooking spray.
Spread the browned ground beef and onion mixture evenly across the bottom of the crockpot.
Mix the gravy mixes and water together.
Pour over the ground beef.
Place the biscuits on top.
Put 6-8 paper towels under the lid when you place it on the crockpot (to keep the condensation off of your biscuits).
Cook on low for 4-5 hours.
Notes
To Bake In The Oven: Place the ingredients in the same order in a 9×13 inch greased baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-40 minutes, until the biscuits are browned on top.
This super tasty crunchy hamburger casserole recipe makes an easy meal that takes just a few minutes to prepare. It’s got a little different taste than a traditional hamburger casserole, so if you’re looking for something a bit different that’s really tasty, try this one!
Ingredients
2 cups egg noodles, cooked 1 pound ground beef. browned 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can tomatoes, drained 3/4 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar, Colby, Monterey Jack, etc.) 3/4 cup green bell pepper, diced (optional) salt and pepper (to taste) 1 (2.8 oz.) can French fried onions
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°.
Combine the noodles, ground beef, soup, tomatoes, cheese and green pepper.
This potato hamburger casserole recipe makes a hearty and delicious casserole everyone will love. Only 5 minutes to prepare and then bake for a tasty main dish or one dish meal.
Ingredients
2 cans cream of mushroom soup 1 1/2 cups milk salt and pepper (to taste) 5 small potatoes 2 lbs. ground beef, browned 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (We used a colby jack mix, but cheddar would be great, too.)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk and salt and pepper (to taste). Mix well.
Peel and slice the potatoes.
Add to the mixture. Set aside.
Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non stick spray.
Layer half of the beef, half the potato mixture and 1/2 cup of the cheese into the baking pan.
Layer the rest of the beef and potato mixture on top of the cheese.
Top with the remaining cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
Remove the foil and bake another 30 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender.
Allow it to sit for 10 minutes. Then cut and serve.
This low carb hamburger alfredo casserole is low in carbs, but rich in flavor! Starting with hamburger and Italian sausage and packed with Alfredo flavor, it’s a hamburger casserole you’re sure to love, especially if you are eating a low carb diet!
Ingredients
1 lb. ground beef 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage 1 small onion, diced 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into bite sized pieces salt and pepper (to taste) 1 (8 oz.) block cream cheese 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tsp. dried oregano 2 tsp. minced garlic 2 cups package shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°.
Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large skillet, brown and crumble the ground beef, Italian sausage and onion over medium heat.
Drain the fat.
Steam the broccoli, just until tender.
Add to the hamburger mixture.
Season with salt and pepper.
Place in the baking dish.
Place the cream cheese in a microwave safe bowl and microwave on high for about 45 seconds, until soft. Stir until creamy.
Gradually stir the heavy cream into the cream cheese.
Stir the Parmesan cheese, oregano and garlic into the cream cheese mixture.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the hamburger broccoli mixture.
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Cover with aluminum foil.
Bake for about 35-45 minutes. When it it finished, the cheese should be melted and the edges should be a very light golden brown.
If you’re gluten free, you can still enjoy the delicious flavor of hamburger casserole! Here’s an easy gluten free hamburger casserole recipe you can make in about 10 minutes, a perfect dinner you will enjoy a lot more than bland store bought gluten free food!
Ingredients
1 lb. ground beef 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 small white onions, chopped 1 Tbsp. garlic, minced 8 oz. tomato paste 1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes 3–4 cups gluten-free pasta, cooked and drained 2–4 Tbsp. yellow mustard 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded raw veggie add-ins (optional) salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Brown the onions, garlic and ground beef in oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Drain the grease from the beef mixture.
Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and cooked pasta. Stir until mixed and heated through.
Stir in the mustard, cheese, your favorite raw veggie add-ins, and salt and pepper.
Serve immediately with your favorite hamburger toppings.
Here’s a tasty Amish hamburger casserole recipe that is rich and delicious! It’s another quick and easy variation of this tasty family meal that your family will love!
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups egg noodles, cooked 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 4 oz. (1/2 cup) cottage cheese 1/4 cup sour cream 2 Tbsp. butter, melted 1/2 lb. ground beef 2 Tbsp. onion, chopped 1/4 green bell pepper, diced 1 (8 oz.) can diced tomatoes, drained 1/2 cup condensed tomato soup (not diluted) 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°.
Spray a 9×13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Cook the noodles, according to the package instructions.
Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, and melted butter. Set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium high heat until no longer pink.
Drain the excess fat.
Return the beef to the skillet and add onion, bell pepper, diced tomatoes, tomato soup and Worcestershire sauce.
Stir to combine.
Place half of the cooked pasta in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Top with half of the cream cheese mixture and half of the meat mixture.
Repeat the layers with the remaining cream cheese and meat mixtures.
This ranch hamburger casserole recipes makes an easy hamburger casserole with a distinctive hint of ranch dressing flavor. With just 5-10 minutes prep time, it’s an easy meal to satisfy your family!
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
1 1/2 lb. ground beef (or chicken or turkey) 2 Tbsp. ranch seasoning 1 white or yellow onion, chopped 1 bag frozen tater tots 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 450°.
Spray an 8×8 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium high heat.
Once the meat is fully cooked, add in the ranch seasoning and chopped onion.
Layer half of the tater tots, meat mixture and cheese into the prepared dish.
Season with salt and pepper.
Then add the remaining tater tots, meat and cheese.
Season with more salt and pepper, if desired.
Place, uncovered, in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown.
1 lb. ground beef 1/2 large onion, diced 15 oz. can whole kernel corn, drained 10.5 oz. can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz. can cream of mushroom soup 1 cup full fat sour cream 3/4 tsp. salt (or to taste) 1/4 tsp. pepper (or to taste) 3 heaping cups medium egg noodles, cooked and drained 1 cup breadcrumbs 2 Tbsp. melted butter
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef with the onion, breaking it up until the meat is lightly browned (no longer pink) and the onion is tender.
Stir in the corn, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, salt and pepper.
Carefully stir in the cooked egg noodles until completely coated.
Prepare the breadcrumb topping by stirring together the breadcrumbs and melted butter in a bowl.
Pour the noodle mixture into an 8×8 inch casserole dish.
Sprinkle evenly with the breadcrumb topping.
Bake for approximately 35-45 minutes or until the mixture is bubbly and hot.
This chicken and dumplings recipe is an easy way to make chicken and dumplings like mom and grandma used to make! It’s a warm and savory comfort food, and a perfect meal for winter! This recipe is in volume 1 of our Dining On A Dime Cookbook!
There’s something timeless about a steaming bowl of chicken and dumplings! It’s simple, filling, and tastes like it came straight from Mom or Grandma’s kitchen. This easy chicken and dumplings recipe brings all that comfort to the table without a lot of fuss or expensive ingredients.
What makes this recipe so practical is how simple it is! With just a few pantry staples—chicken broth, cooked chicken or turkey, celery, carrots, and basic seasonings—you can have a hearty meal on the table fast. It’s a perfect way to use up leftover chicken or turkey, turning yesterday’s dinner into today’s warm and satisfying comfort food.
Here’s the process (Full Recipe Below):
Start by combining the broth, chicken, celery, carrots, bay leaf, and parsley in a Dutch oven. Bring everything to a gentle boil so the flavors can blend together. While that’s simmering, stir up the dumplings. The baking mix keeps things easy and dependable. Just add thyme, parsley, and milk, stirring until the dough is just moistened. Be careful not to overmix—this helps keep the dumplings light and tender.
Drop spoonfuls of dough straight into the boiling broth. Let them cook uncovered for 10 minutes, then cover the pot and cook another 10 minutes. And here’s the key: don’t peek! Lifting the lid releases steam and can leave you with soggy dumplings instead of fluffy ones.
When they’re done, remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon, discard the bay leaf, and ladle the rich broth and vegetables over the top. In about 30 minutes, you’ll have a comforting, homemade meal that tastes like it took all day—simple, budget-friendly, and absolutely delicious.
This Easy Chicken and Dumplings recipe is from Volume 1:
This Chicken Fried Steak recipe is quick and easy and so delicious that your family is sure to love it! Save on your food bill with this inexpensive recipe, which costs dramatically less than the restaurant version!
Chicken fried steak is a tasty traditional Southern comfort food that can’t be beat, but it can be very expensive to buy at a steak house! This chicken fried steak recipe is super easy and delicious. Because it uses ground beef, it is much more fork-tender than restaurant chicken fried steak, but it has all of the delicious flavor!
I always make my chicken fried steak recipe with white gravy and we have included an easy white gravy recipe. If possible, it is best to use some of the drippings, or leftover grease, from the beef to make the gravy. If you want to add a slightly different but delicious twist, you can use bacon grease for some or all of the gravy drippings.
Chicken fried steak is traditionally served with potatoes, like mashed potatoes topped with the same white gravy or baked potatoes. Rolling the baked potatoes in coarse salt before baking them gives them a more restaurant-like flavor.
It is also often served with a vegetable like fried okra, corn on the cob, broccoli or a salad. Coleslaw and potato salad are also great choices. Some people like to include a bread, like cornbread or Texas Roadhouse Rolls.
My husband Mike has eaten a lot of chicken fried steak in his life and he absolutely loves this recipe! Whenever there’s a special occasion like his birthday or Father’s day, he requests this as part of the meal. Try it and see how it satisfies the chicken fried steak lover in your family!
This easy chicken fried steak recipe is from our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 1:
1 lb. ground beef (You can use pre-made hamburger patties.) 1/4 cup milk, place in shallow bowl 1/4 -1/2 cup all purpose flour, place on plate 1 egg, whipped with fork and place in shallow bowl 1/2 -3/4 of a tube of crackers, crushed, place on plate
Instructions
Form ground beef into 5-6 patties.
Heat a frying pan with a little oil.
Dip each patty into milk, then flour, then egg and last of all crackers.
Place in the hot frying pan.
Season with salt, pepper, onion and garlic powder.
Turn down the heat and fry on one side. Then flip to other side.
The ground beef is done when the juices run clear.
Chicken Fried Steak White Gravy Recipe
2-4 Tbsp. drippings (grease) from the ground beef*
4 Tbsp. flour
2 cups milk
salt and pepper (to taste)
After frying the meat, leave 2-4 Tbsp. of drippings (and crumbs) in the pan, draining the rest.
Add flour to the drippings.
Quickly whisk to mix and loosen the crumbs. The mixture will be thick.
Slowly add milk, whisking to mix into the flour mix. Whisk well.
Bring to a boil, whisking the whole time until the mixture is thick. If it gets too thick, just add a little more milk.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
*If the meat is too lean to leave grease for the gravy, you can use bacon grease or cooking oil, but the oil will not flavor it as well as meat grease.
This easy apple cinnamon muffins recipe makes delicious muffins that everyone loves! These muffins only take 5 minutes to prepare. I make them frequently because they are a favorite in my family! Even picky eaters and teenagers can’t resist their mouth-watering taste.
Whether you’re looking for a quick snack or something to bring to a potluck, these muffins are the perfect option. They complement almost any meal and their sweet and savory flavor is sure to please your taste buds.
This apple cinnamon muffins recipe makes super yummy muffins that are great for all kinds of occasions. These muffins are easy to make with just 5 minutes prep time. They’re great for breakfast, after school snacks, as an addition to a family meal and more! Our family loves them and you will, too!
These muffins also make a great gift in a jar mix for holidays and special occasions. If you would like to make it as a jar mix recipe, you will find that version of the recipe below!
This apple cinnamon muffins recipe makes super yummy muffins that are great for all kinds of occasions. These muffins are easy to make with just 5 minutes prep time. They’re great for breakfast, after school snacks, as an addition to a family meal and more! Our family loves them and you will, too!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Yield:12-15 muffins
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 cup raisins and/or nuts (optional) 1 cup apple juice 1/2 cup applesauce
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
To make the topping, place the melted butter in a bowl.
Then mix the cinnamon, sugar and nutmeg in a nother bowl.
While the muffins are still warm, dip each muffin into the melted butter and then the cinnamon and sugar mixture. If you like, you can also spoon the cinnamon and sugar mixture over the muffins.
Notes
I like to line my muffin pan with muffin liners to make it easier to clean up.
I usually make my muffins “rustic”, where I just pour the batter in and bake, but if you’re trying to make them extra pretty, you can smooth out the tops before baking. My boys snarf them down so quickly, I hate to spend too much time being OCD!
This apple cinnamon muffins recipe is in volume 1 of our cookbook, where it is called Apple Cinnamon Muffin Mix.
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This homemade apple cinnamon muffin mix makes super yummy muffins which are great for all kinds of occasions and make great easy gifts in a jar! They’re great for breakfast, after school snacks, as an addition to a family meal and more! Our family loves them and you will, too!
This homemade apple cinnamon muffin mix makes super yummy muffins which are great for all kinds of occasions and make great easy gifts in a jar!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Yield:12-15 muffins
Ingredients
Muffin Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 cup raisins and/or nuts
Topping Ingredients
3 Tbsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
Instructions
In a bowl, mix together the first 5 ingredients.
Place in an airtight container. Package raisins and nuts separately.
Mix topping ingredients in a bowl. Package in a small cellophane bag.
To Make Into A Jar Mix:
Attach this note to the jar:
Apple Cinnamon Muffin Mix
To prepare, preheat oven to 350°.
Mix together:
Apple Cinnamon Muffin Mix raisins and/or nuts
1 cup apple juice
2 Tbsp. butter, oil or margarine, melted
1/2 cup applesauce
Stir just until combined. Spoon into lightly greased muffin tins and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. While still warm, dip each muffin into the melted butter and then the topping. Makes 12-15 muffins.
