If I had to guess, 98% of people who buy the Instant Pot do so because they’re trying to get dinner on the table faster. Another 1% bought it because everyone else was buying it. And then the last 1% of people are seeing if the Instant Pot saves money. Turns out, that last 1% are on to something… ... Continue Reading
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Potato Buttermilk Bread
This buttermilk potato bread recipe is a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes. It’s flavorful, moist, and fluffy on the inside with a golden-brown crust – perfect for sandwiches or toast! I used to buy our bread at the store. But one day I ran out of bread, and I thought that it couldn’t possibly be that difficult to make. So, I attempted my first batch of homemade bread using an easy bread recipe like ... Continue Reading
Crispy Hasselback Potatoes
These Hasselback potatoes only LOOK like you spent a ton of time on them – they’re super easy to make, and they’re the perfect combination of crispy outside and tender inside. Choose your favorite seasoning like garlic & rosemary, 9-Spice Mix, or even add cheese. Yum! Do you ever feel like potatoes are awesome because they’re easy and cheap and everyone likes them (including the vegan and gluten-free ... 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
Crispy Baked Potato Wedges
These crispy potato wedges are the best you’ll ever taste! Super easy to make, this frugal healthy recipe turns out perfectly roasted and crispy every time. Enjoy with burgers, chicken, or even soup & salad! When we first met, Mr. Crumbs took me to the beach and bought me French fries. More specifically, he bought me boardwalk fries. Boardwalk fries?! Never heard of ’em. To this Texas-raised gal, ... Continue Reading
7 Ways to Make a Baked Potato (FAST!)
Want perfect baked potatoes all fluffy inside with flavorful skins? Here are 7 ways to make a baked potato: in the oven, slow cooker, microwave, and even the Instant Pot! I need to confess: I’m officially late to the potatoes-are-awesome train. Not only are potatoes CRAZY CHEAP in the winter, but they’re SO versatile and easy to make. You can fry potatoes using the same method in my Fried Sweet Potato ... Continue Reading
Hearty Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
This chicken pot pie recipe has all the classic comfort food flavor without unnecessary preservatives. From the yummy biscuit top to the creamy filling, it’s a frugal, healthy, filling meal that your family will love! I don’t know what it is about fall, but when the weather starts to turn colder, I want the ultimate comfort food recipes. Mac and Cheese? Yes, please. Shepherd’s Pie? Get in my ... Continue Reading
Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchiladas
Try this delicious recipe for roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchiladas. It's healthy, vegan-friendly, freezes well, and always a family favorite! Top with cilantro, diced avocado, diced tomatoes and our homemade lime crema! My husband wouldn’t eat a lot of things for a long, long time. On that list was every variety of beans, sweet potatoes, and every type of casserole. Which meant the odds of me ... Continue Reading
Instant Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
Homemade hot chocolate is the perfect treat for a winter night! Make it in single servings or a big batch to give as gifts. Better than Alton Brown’s hot chocolate, you’ll love this recipe. Pair it with candy cane cookies and you’ve got the holidays in your lap. A cozy evening as a family is not complete without a healthier peanut butter cookie and homemade hot chocolate. I’ve recreated several of our ... Continue Reading
Crock Pot Poached Pears
This simple recipe for Crock Pot Poached Pears is the perfect way to serve a light, healthy, budget friendly and delicious dessert following a hearty family dinner like Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili. Here's how the weeknight dessert conversation goes at my house: Halfway through dinner, one or both children will ask whether dessert is being served that evening. Almost every night, I point to the obvious ... Continue Reading