Are you looking for breadcrumb alternatives for fried pork chops? They are frugal and tastier than regular breadcrumbs. Also, I am sharing a family-favorite pork chop recipe. Pairs wonderfully with Instant Pot Steamed Vegetables or Lemon Butter Asparagus. Don’t forget to try this Almond Crusted Baked Chicken too! Southern fried pork chops are my ultimate favorite! Especially with a crispy crust on the ... Continue Reading
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Zesty Italian Dressing
My Zesty Italian Dressing recipe is fresh, herby, spicy and full of zing! It's super budget-friendly, easy to make, and so much healthier than Kraft Italian dressing! Enjoy on salads - or as a marinade to add kick to your favorite chicken dishes! Making your own salad dressings is an EASY way to save TONS of money off your grocery budget. From homemade ranch dressing to balsamic vinaigrette to cilantro ... Continue Reading
Crock Pot Mississippi Chicken
Treat yourself to the best Mississippi Chicken Crock Pot recipe! It’s super easy to make and freezes well! Also learn how to make it in the Instant Pot, oven, or stovetop. Pairs wonderfully with Instant Pot mashed potatoes and lemon butter asparagus. 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 ... Continue Reading
Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas
These slow cooker chicken fajitas turn out so flavorful, juicy, and tender! Made with just 4 ingredients, they’re mostly hands-off and freezer-friendly. Serve with Easy Homemade Salsa, Guacamole, and Lime Crema. Anytime we go out for Mexican, my husband and I always order fajitas. Sometimes it’s beef, sometimes chicken, but we love knowing that our meal is mostly vegetables and protein, and SO, SO ... Continue Reading
Slow Cooker Meatless Lasagna
I love meat. It tastes good, has easy to digest proteins, B vitamins, and iron. But it can be a killer to my grocery budget - even when I use all my tips to save on meat. To offset this, I serve a meatless main dish to help stretch our budget, like this slow cooker meatless lasagna. That doesn't mean we don't get protein though! ... Continue Reading
Our Favorite Black Beans Recipe
These spicy citrus black beans taste like authentic Mexican black beans. They’re healthy, vegan, and my kids LOVE them with rice and all the toppings, making them a frugal family favorite that I serve on repeat! When I first started this blog, my husband told me he HATED beans. After he declared his hatred, I told him that if we wanted to keep our budget at $350/month, he’d have to learn to tolerate ... Continue Reading
Panzanella (Bread Salad)
This adaptable Panzanella salad recipe lets you combine crusty, artisan bread with your favorite dressings and toppings for a bread salad that can’t be beaten! Choose seasonal flavors and enjoy a delicious meal that’s perfect any time of year. There’s nothing like a bowl full of veggies fresh from the garden in the summertime, but I eat salads year-round. Delicata squash salad with apples and cranberries ... Continue Reading
Slow Cooker Brisket
This easy slow cooker brisket with Homemade BBQ Sauce comes out so tender and juicy! Make this hands-free recipe for your next barbecue – it’s perfect for serving a group, and everyone will go back for more! I grew up in Texas, where Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread and beef brisket with extra Barbecue Sauce is an everyday meal. Of course, I didn’t realize how much I took brisket for granted until I moved ... Continue Reading
Easy Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw
Enjoy spicy shrimp tacos paired with a creamy, crunchy slaw – it’s a flavor explosion! Ready in under 30 minutes, you’ll love this 4-ingredient quick and easy weeknight dinner. Some of my most popular recipes on the blog are taco recipes… I don’t know why I hadn’t thought of shrimp tacos sooner, but after a few test batches, they’ve quickly become one of my favorite taco meals! SPICY SHRIMP TACOS ... Continue Reading
Chicken and Spinach Enchiladas
These chicken enchiladas are so quick and easy to make! With a creamy salsa verde sauce, shredded chicken, and spinach, enchilladas are a simple, real food dinner, and perfect to make ahead. Enchilladas are one of my favorite comfort foods. I started making enchiladas several years ago, as a compromise with Mr. Crumbs. He wasn’t a fan of casseroles with their uniform color and potential for hidden ... Continue Reading