This simple zesty Italian dressing is packed with fresh, zingy flavor. Super easy to mix together from pantry staples, you’ll love it on salads, pasta, or chicken. Making your own salad dressings is an EASY way to save TONS of money off your grocery budget. From Homemade Ranch Dressing to Balsamic Vinegar Vinaigrette to Cilantro Lime Dressing, I’ve made so many salad dressings myself that I rarely even ... Continue Reading
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Mediterranean Grilled Cheese
Make the most amazing grilled cheese with this Mediterranean gourmet grilled cheese sandwich! Sourdough with pesto, roasted red peppers, red onions, olives, and two cheeses (plus a garlic butter sauce) melt together for a rich, delectable sandwich. Gather round, grilled cheese lovers! This Mediterranean grilled cheese sandwich with basil pesto, roasted red peppers, feta, and provolone is the best grilled ... Continue Reading
Cheesy Lentil Pasta
Cheesy lentil pasta is a super frugal pantry meal made with staples like lentils, pasta, canned tomatoes, and taco seasoning. So flavorful and satisfying, you won’t even miss the meat! One of the easiest substitutions to make when you’re trying to spend less money, stretch a meal, or simply make do with what you have is swapping lentils for ground beef. They’re the perfect plant-based protein! I’ve made ... Continue Reading
Instant Pot Chicken Wings
Instant Pot chicken wings are so easy to make – they cook in as little as 10 minutes. Toss with your favorite sauce (we love buffalo!) and enjoy! When I first met my husband, every Thursday night was “wing night.” It was a tradition carried over from his bachelor days, when all his friends would get together at a local pub for 25¢ wings. Just like his favorite pizza recipe, we were able to replicate these ... Continue Reading
Best Chicken Marinade Recipe
Make 25 healthy and easy chicken marinade recipes using 4 ingredients or less. Basics like lemon juice, soy sauce, honey, and olive oil transform mundane into mouthwatering in just a few minutes! Do you ever grill chicken and get excited for that hot off the grill, smoky charcoal flavor, only to be greeted with a mouthful of dry, bland chicken? I've been there. Thankfully, you can make a delicious ... Continue Reading
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Make this easy homemade pumpkin pie spice mix for all your autumn baking needs! Warm and cozy, with just a hint of a kick, it’s the perfect flavor for fall! Have I ever mentioned that I love pumpkin? Pumpkin Donuts, Pumpkin Larabar Bites, Pumpkin Swirl Black Bean Brownies…I could go on and on! While pumpkin in and of itself is AMAZING, I think it’s the pumpkin pie spice that I really love. The warm rich ... Continue Reading
Roasted Chicken
This classic roasted chicken is perfect for a family dinner. Tender, juicy whole chicken with a crispy golden skin will have everyone going back for more! In the Crumbs house, there are four main ways to cook a whole chicken. We could make chicken in a slow cooker, make an Instant Pot whole chicken, as a rotisserie chicken on the grill (with this attachment), or make roasted chicken in the oven. Mr. ... Continue Reading
Mississippi Chicken
Make crock pot Mississippi chicken for a winner winner chicken dinner! Enjoy tangy, zesty chicken that’s perfectly juicy and totally hands-off. This 4-ingredient meal is sure to be a family favorite! Have you ever tossed a few random ingredients into a slow cooker, crossed your fingers, and hoped that it would turn out decent enough to eat? Or have you ever followed a recipe you were absolutely sure would ... Continue Reading
Ranch Dressing
Making ranch dressing at home is so easy! Much healthier than store-bought, whip up a batch of this creamy, tangy homemade dressing in less than 5 minutes using pantry staples. Perfect for dipping, salads, and more! I recently made a short grocery trip to pick up just a few items – black beans, half and half, and a red pepper. But there was actually a fourth item I was looking for: ranch ... Continue Reading
Dairy-Free Homemade Ranch Dressing
This easy dairy free ranch dressing uses ingredients you already have for a delicious, easy vegan ranch made from scratch. Whole30, paleo, and keto-approved, it’s our family’s favorite dressing for salads, veggies, and more! Making your own salad dressing is one of the easiest and quickest ways to save on your grocery budget. I’ve been making my own salad dressings for years…Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing ... Continue Reading