One of the first things I learned when I embarked on my budget-food journey is just how easy, filling, and inexpensive soup is. Homemade soups are a breeze to throw together and they’re always so…
Loaded Potato Soup
Loaded baked potatoes are amazing, but you can’t cozy up and warm your hands on it like you can with a big bowl of soup! So let’s turn that baked potato into a thick and…
Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Quick tomato soup has always been one of my favorite comfort foods, and this time I upped the game by adding a jar of smoky roasted red peppers and a butter-and-flour roux to give the…
Vegetables and Gravy
I’ve been having a lot of fun lately looking at old recipes from The Great Depression and I’m always surprised at how simple they are. They’re always just a few ingredients, barely seasoned, but always…
Homemade French Onion Dip
This french onion dip recipe is a classic homemade appetizer! Made from scratch with caramelized onions, it is best served cold with an abundance of dippers like chips, crackers, or veggies!
Our Favorite Italian Salad
Italian Salad is a favorite made easy at home! Fresh, crisp and full of flavor served this side salad with your favorite Italian inspired dishes.
Our Favorite Potato Salad (easy)
The BEST Potato Salad is loaded with tender potatoes, crisp veggies, and hard boiled eggs all tossed in a creamy dressing. This recipe is made ahead of time, making it the perfect potluck dish!
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
This tasty grilled chicken thighs recipe uses an Asain inspired marinade to create a sweet and succulent flavor! Perfect for your next barbecue or picnic.
Salmon Croquettes (salmon patties)
Salmon Croquettes are a combination of salmon, mayo, panko, lemon juice and chives mixed with herbs, then shaped into patties and baked or fried until golden brown!