Roasted cabbage makes a delicious side dish for a variety of flavors! This easy and versatile recipe lets you choose the flavor profile: ranch, bacon, balsamic vinegar, or lemon garlic butter – YUM! You’ll want to try all the versions of this roasted cabbage recipe that’s tender on the inside, and deliciously caramelized on the outside. Let’s talk about cabbage – I really want to love it, but there’s ... Continue Reading
Dinner Ideas Spring for April 2024
This one month meal plan of Dinner Ideas Spring for April is just what you need! Feed your family healthy meals while cutting costs and saving money. Eating real food on a budget IS possible and it starts with a solid meal plan! April is here which means we need a new meal plan! I have a great list of spring dinner recipes ready for you! I love when Spring arrives and I can start adding more variety to my ... Continue Reading
One Week $50 ALDI Meal Plan
This one-week $50 ALDI meal plan lets you get everything you need at one store! Use this Aldi budget meal planner to enjoy yummy family-friendly recipes like the Best Burgers Ever and Baked Potato Nachos, plus plenty of fresh veggies, so you can feel good about feeding your family on a budget. Here at Crumbs, we’re all about eating real food on a budget. I encourage you to do things like shop in bulk, ... Continue Reading
Spring Recipes Meal Plan for March 2024
This free Spring Recipes Meal Plan for March will simplify your season! Use the delicious recipes just as they are, or for inspiration, to have budget-friendly meals all month. Dishes like easy roasted broccoli, almond-crusted baked chicken, and fluffy dinner rolls will surely please the whole family! This is the month where farmer’s markets across the country start to open their doors for business again. ... Continue Reading
How to Cut a Mango
Learn how to cut a mango without peeling it. No confusing tricks or hacks to learn here – just a simple method for how to cut mango so you can enjoy this juicy fruit sliced on its own or diced for your favorite mango recipes. As much as I love the convenience of prepped food items at the grocery store (I’m looking at you, bag of coleslaw mix!), I know that doing the work myself almost always saves me ... Continue Reading
Instant Pot Brown Rice
Learn how to cook brown rice in the Instant Pot for a delicious, fluffy side dish that turns out perfectly every time! This easy, hands-off method tastes better than rice on the stovetop, and you can set it and forget it. Enjoy with Instant Pot Chicken and add some steamed vegetables for a complete meal. One of my long-term goals is to eat more whole grains. Yes, this means using whole wheat flour (as well ... Continue Reading
Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe
This easy slow cooker pot roast takes less than 10 minutes to load into your crockpot, and dinner practically cooks itself. Make this melt-in-your-mouth tender beef roast for a special family dinner, or any time! Serve with a simple salad and dinner is DONE! Does your family have a big Sunday dinner? Maybe you all gather around the table, have a meat-and-potatoes kind of meal, and just enjoy each other’s ... Continue Reading
How To Make Your Own Natural Shampoo
Use this simple natural shampoo recipe to make your own chemical-free hair care! With just 3 ingredients, you can make a healthy shampoo that won’t strip your hair of its natural oils. A while back I shared how to make your own herbal shampoo bars, and wow – they were a hit! I am so amazed at the interest in simple, natural products! However, some of you were cautious about using lye and hesitant about ... Continue Reading
How To Make Oat Flour
Learn how to make oat flour with this simple tutorial. Save money by making your own oat flour instead of buying it at the store, and add flavor and texture to your favorite recipes with these helpful tips for substituting oat flour in baked goods. I’m always looking for small, practical ways to boost the nutrition of our meals at home. Simple things like adding flax seeds to pancake batter or cottage ... Continue Reading
Instant Pot Oatmeal Recipe
Oatmeal is one of our favorite quick and easy breakfast options, but Instant Pot oatmeal is even FASTER and EASIER! Make this frugal family favorite that turns out perfectly creamy every time and customize it with your favorite toppings. I made oatmeal on the stove top for years because that’s the only way I knew how to make it (other than in the microwave using DIY Instant Oatmeal Packets). Now that I ... Continue Reading