by Laura Macklem | Jan 3, 2014 | Main Dishes |
For Christmas, my mom got me a Ninja 3-in-1 slow cooker. This is no ordinary slow cooker, it has stove top, oven, steam and slow cooker options. Not to mention this appliance has an automatic warming function, which means I can be away for the day...
by Laura Macklem | Dec 30, 2013 | Main Dishes |
My sister is visiting for Christmas, and she is a vegetarian. Well, sort of a vegetarian. She eats bacon, but who can blame her? Bacon rules. Not only does she not eat meat, but she is a tad particular, so I’m always excited when I make something she loves....
by Laura Macklem | Dec 12, 2013 | Main Dishes |
Aldi has boneless, skinless chicken breasts this week for $1.49 a pound. Yippeee!!! That is the lowest I have ever paid. You must stock up at this price. But instead of just freezing them just plain, freeze some in marinade. Also, freeze some pre-cooked and shredded...
by Laura Macklem | Oct 13, 2013 | Budget, DIY, Recipes |
So this isn’t really a recipe, but more like an idea. I’m all about making your own convenience foods, from seasoning blends, to self-prepped packaged frozen vegetables. I also make frozen ground beef and sausage crumbles as quick meal helpers. To make...
by Laura Macklem | Oct 8, 2013 | Main Dishes |
When the end of summer and the beginning of fall meet, you might find yourself faced with produce that seems mismatched. The last of yellow squash might be coming in along with your pumpkins. But if you think outside the box, summer and fall ingredients can be...
