Thrifty Mommy

May 14th, 2008

Dunkin’ Donuts Iced Desserts Recipes

Don’t forget about the FREE iced coffee at Dunkin’ Donuts tomorrow.  In case you can’t make it or you want to make your own, Dunkin’ Donuts has been nice enough to share some of their yummy recipes with us.   These recipes are by Stan Frankenthaler, Executive Chef for Dunkin’ Donuts.
All beverages can be garnished with whipped cream […]

By Karen -- 5 comments

May 13th, 2008

Thrifty Chicken Tex Mex Taco Recipe

With the rising price of groceries, we all could use some inexpensive recipes for our families. This is a slow-cooker recipe and it is great because it is easy, tasty, healthy, and inexpensive! Score!
Ingredients:

chicken (I used 4 boneless breasts)
1 can diced tomatoes (I used the ones with green chilies)
green salsa (such as the […]

By Karen -- 3 comments

May 10th, 2008

Ultimate 7-Layer Dip

If you’ve ever been to a party where they have 7-layer dip, then you know this is one of the dishes that gets eaten very quickly! Best of all, it’s easy to make, can be made in advance, and only takes about 10 minutes to prepare. Enjoy!
1 16 oz can refried beans
1 tablespoon […]

By Karen -- 1 comment

April 10th, 2008

What a great cookbook!

Karen and I were asked to try out a new cookbook from Oxmoor House.  What a great cookbook!  It is their latest Cooking Light Complete Cookbook.  It has:

1200+ great new recipes
500+ time saving tips ( gotta love those)
600+ photos of the most mouth watering food (hopefully I will recognize mine)
140+ menus and helpful boxes
120+ charts […]

By kellys -- 1 comment

March 27th, 2008

Frugal baking powder

Here is a recipe for baking powder:
Stir and sift together 2 parts Cream of Tartar, 1 part baking soda, and 1 part cornstarch.
It’s that easy.
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March 25th, 2008

Easy & Healthy Chicken Taco Salads

This is a very easy to prepare.  You can have dinner in about 30 minutes.  Since the shells are baked, this is a pretty healthy meal. 
You will need:

boneless chicken
refried beans
salsa
taco seasoning
Azteca taco shells (usually found in the refrigerated stuff, near the eggs)
lettuce
tomatoes
sour cream
shredded cheese

Set out your Azteca taco shells so that they can begin to soften.  Wash […]

By Karen -- 0 comments

March 24th, 2008

Easy Tater Tot Casserole

I’m all for a super easy dinner.  Here’s one that I tried last week.  It was a hit.  Everyone wanted seconds and there was hardly any left.

1 lb ground beef
1 lb bag tater tots
1 can cream of mushroom soup
milk

Brown ground beef, drain well, place in bottom of casserole dish.  Place tater tots on top of […]

By Karen -- 2 comments

March 18th, 2008

No Pasta Lasagna

My husband is not fond of pasta.  I know, it’s weird. lol  Sometimes it is hard to cook for him because there are so many dishes that have pasta in them. 
Last week I decided to concoct a pasta free lasagna.  Here’s a picture of it before I cooked it.  Sorry, I don’t have an after […]

By Karen -- 4 comments

March 17th, 2008

Thrifty Punch recipe

My babysitter makes a fabulous punch for Halloween.  I made it for a baby shower this weekend and I thought I would share it with you.
2 cans orange juice
1 can lemonade
1 big can pineapple juice
1 (2L) Gingerale
It’s really simple and delicious.
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By kellys -- 2 comments

March 12th, 2008

Cheesy Chicken Croissants

I was looking through the recipe archives this week and couldn’t believe that I haven’t given you this recipe yet.  I am making this tonight and it is so yummy!  My kids even eat it.
2 rolls of croissants (from the dairy case)
2-3 cups cooked chicken, cut or torn into small size pieces
2 cups […]

By Karen -- 16 comments