These Almond Flour Tortillas are the perfect gluten-free, vegan, or keto / low carb / paleo friendly homemade tortillas. They taste even better than Siete, plus they're much more affordable! Super quick and easy to make, serve these instead of corn or flour tortillas in your favorite tacos or wraps! My husband and I believe that food plays a huge role in your health, which is why we did the Whole30 as ... Continue Reading
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Fajita Veggies
Easy recipe for fajita veggies, just like Chipotle! Bell peppers and onions make a simple, flavorful, and healthy Mexican side dish that's ready in minutes! Serve with your favorite Mexican recipes, such as my spicy black beans and cilantro lime rice. As much as we love Mexican food in my house (hence the reason why slow cooker chicken fajitas and slow cooker Mexican potato Soup and spinach and chicken ... Continue Reading
Quick Pickled Red Onions
This pickled red onion recipe is super frugal and quick & easy to make! Goes great with a variety of dishes such as my best burger recipe and Instant Pot beef brisket. And don't forget about breakfast – this onion pickle recipe serves as a tasty topping for scrambled eggs! Get my best recipe tips and how to customize this delicious side dish. It’s no secret that my family LOVES Mexican dishes. Slow ... Continue Reading
Creamy Coleslaw
For a perfectly simple, healthy, and delicious side dish, try this creamy coleslaw recipe. The dressing is both savory and tangy, and the best part is that it's ready in 5 minutes! Great for BBQ's, tacos, potlucks, or busy weeknights. As a busy mom who works from home AND homeschools her kids, I'm always looking for easy dishes for a super fast dinner. I've been experimenting with coleslaw over the years ... Continue Reading
Why I Quit the Slow Carb Diet (pros and cons and what I’m doing instead)
Get the "skinny" on the slowcarb diet from a food blogger and real food fanatic - the pros, cons, and what boosted my own healthy living journey. For me, the weight roller coaster started early - in my 20's - and like many of you, I've struggled to find the right diet to suit my body type and my personality and lifestyle. When Mr. Crumbs and I were planning a cruise, I took up running and tried out the ... Continue Reading
13 Cheap Dinner Ideas for Hosting Company
These cheap dinner ideas are big on taste, family-friendly, and budget-savvy! From vegetarian to mouthwatering meats, these healthy and frugal meats are top dollar in the taste department! You may think it’s impossible to host company and still stick to a budget. What if I told you that, in the past, we shopped, prepped, and cooked 40 meals for up to 9 people at a time, all within our $330/month grocery ... Continue Reading
Cilantro Lime Coleslaw
Try this tangy, easy-to-make and budget-friendly cilantro lime coleslaw with all kinds of dishes. Whether using as a topping on slow cooker carnitas, or as a side for homemade fish sticks, this recipe will add crunch and flavor to any meal! This cilantro lime coleslaw emerged as a result of my husband’s love for tacos and our obsession with my slow cooker carnitas, but it’s goodness reaches way past taco ... Continue Reading
Homemade Sweet and Sour Sauce
Looking for a homemade sweet and sour sauce recipe that tastes so much better than Chinese take-out and McDonald's? This recipe is the easiest and best way to enjoy the traditional sweet and sour sauce without the expensive and unhealthy take-out! I think that with some meals, the dipping sauce makes all the difference. Perfect example – my crunchy quinoa salad is okay by itself. But drizzle Thai peanut sauce ... Continue Reading
Instant Pot Steamed Shrimp
Learn how to cook shrimp perfectly every time, from raw or frozen, using the Instant Pot! Faster than an oven & you can cook with the shell for a shrimp cocktail or make shrimp creole! There’s something fun and refreshing about shrimp, don’t you think? The only problem, though, is how to cook shrimp! There’s a fine line between perfectly juicy and tender shrimp (delicious!) and tough and chewy ... Continue Reading
Crock Pot Refried Beans
Skip the canned beans and learn how to make this authentic & easy crockpot refried beans recipe! Use dry or canned beans, or make refried black beans! Great for burritos made with cilantro lime rice and homemade tortillas. I have learned that making crock pot refried beans ALWAYS tastes better. While refried beans from a can are good in a pinch, nothing beats home-cooked flavors bursting in your ... Continue Reading