I had a few extra minutes when I was making lunch for the children yesterday so I decided to go ahead and make extra sandwiches to freeze. Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwiches freeze great. All you have to do is store them in baggies and pull them out in the morning to pack in a…
Spanish Rice with Beef
This Spanish Rice with Beef is a great recipe that is simple and filling. On a day when you are running short on time and energy, this meal can be prepared and on the table in about a half an hour. Serve with a fresh salad and bread and you’ve got yourself a well balanced…
Starter Spinach Smoothies
If you haven’t tried it already, adding spinach to your smoothies boosts the vitamins and minerals you are getting and it’s a great way to sneak more veggies in your children’s diet. I think it is hard to start off with mostly spinach, so my approach is to add more spinach gradually as you get…
Orange Cranberry Scones
These scones have a wonderful flavor and are a great addition to a weekend brunch. Perfect on a cold morning with a cup of hot coffee or tea. If you have any left over these also freeze beautifully. PrintOrange Cranberry Scones Ingredients2 cups flour 5 1/2 Tbsp. butter, cold 1/3 cup orange juice 1/4 cup…
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
It is cold and flu season and nothing warms the soul like Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. The smell of soup cooking on the stove itself almost seems healing. Even if you aren’t sick, I am sure you know someone who is. This recipe makes quite a bit of soup, so you may want to…
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
I make these muffins all of the time. As a matter of fact, they are my children’s favorite! Canned pumpkin is so easy to find in the grocery store these days, so there is no reason that these cannot be made year round. They are great for breakfast or even a quick snack. The moist…
Freezer Chili
I love to make chili on a cold winter’s night. It is the perfect meal to warm your family up. Last night I made this for dinner and this recipe makes a lot, so today I am freezing the leftover chili. This chili freezes really well and one pot should be enough for two meals….
English Muffin Bread
This English Muffin bread I found over at One Good Thing by Jillee is delicious, easy to make and frugal. It makes the most wonderful toast and my family actually prefers this over regular English Muffins. You just can’t beat homemade bread and there is nothing like waking up to the smell of the bread toasting…
Chicken Divan
This is definitely a comfort food in our house. My grandmother and my mother use to make this and well, it is just sooo good! It is very easy to make and perfect if you are looking for a different type of casserole recipe. This works great with leftover chicken and turkey too. Comfort…
Eggs In a Hole with Hearts
With Valentine’s Day about a month away, I am coming up with sweet little ways to show my kids I love them and make them feel special. I make Eggs In a Hole on a regular basis for a quick, filling breakfast and serve them with fresh fruit and orange juice. I think…
