Quick & Easy Meals

Making sheppards pie casserole is very easy and makes a hardy meal. If you are short on time and on a budget this easy recipe will get you out of the kitchen fast!

This is a very easy meal to make on those lazy nights.

Making your own meals can be an excellent way to make sure you and your family eat healthy. And when you're working with limited finances, it's also a great way to stretch your dollars and get...

Planning meals for the week is an ideal way to save money on grocery shopping. It cuts back on impulse purchases and gives your food shopping a purpose. Besides the savings in the pocketbook, it...

This an easy way to make hamburger helper without using Betty Crocker's Hamburger Helper. There are only three ingredients required but you can add more if you would like to. It makes roughly 2-3...

As a parent, you come home from a long day at work and are immediately expected to whip up a filling yet inexpensive meal to satisfy your hungry kids. This is a tall order, but with the help of...

Casserole carriers, as the name implies, make it easier to carry casseroles, whether you are taking them on the road for a family or potluck dinner or just from the oven to the table. Some are...

I'm from Chicago, and this pizza is what people come from all over the world to try. With it's thick buttery crust and lots of toppings, you can make it yourself at home too! It's a great activity...

For all you hot sauce lovers, here is another recipe you can add to your collection of hot sauce dishes. The combination of potatoes and eggs will fill your nutritional need for protein and...

Here is a twist on a traditional standard of tater tot casserole. If you like sausage (who doesn't, right?) and want to make a simple meal that tastes great in the cold weather months, then try...

Tired of Eating out, but don't know how to cook? Everyone knows that one of the single most important things you can do to save money and stay healthy, is to stop eating out. But many of us have...

Vegetable stir fries can be made lower calorie with less oil and salt. Instead of using noodles made from white wheat-derived flour, use gluten-free flours such as rice flour, garbanzo bean flour,...

This is a quick and easy recipe on how to prepare potato and goat cheese quesadillas. This recipe will make 4 servings. These potato quesadillas are enough to serve as an entree.

Buying food is a major expense for most people. During hard times it is difficult for people to eat healthy and still not spend too much for their food. By saving a couple of dollars every week...

Feel like eating Mexican tonight? This dish is the one you're looking for!

Wanton soups contain dumplings which are served in many Chinese cuisine dishes. Wonton may be fried or deep boiled and differ by regional variations in shape and ingredients. They are most...

Enjoy a delicious pork roast that is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Minimal preparation is involved, especially if you're using a pre-made mix; the roast cooks fully in under an...

People are always looking for the next big food item. Whether it’s the largest ice cream sundae or the smallest world’s smallest hamburger, we all have a fascination with food and its endless...

Add a little kick to your life with spicy homemade French fries. Enjoy these delicious fries alone or serve them with steak, chicken or even pork chops. They are easy to prepare and take only...

This is a great meal idea to feed large group of people fast. In my family we average around 9 people in the house at dinner time. We try to do all the grocery shopping for around $400 per month....

Between work, kids, school, housework and social events, cooking a nutritious and hearty meal for your family seems to be next to impossible. This is a TRUE 30 minute meal that your entire family...

Corn meal mush is a cheap food to feed a family. Many older Americans may remember eating a bowl of hot mush on cold mornings when they were little. Made with either yellow or white corn meal,...

Even if your not out in the bush, this South African dish will knock your socks off with it's zippy flavor and warm, stomach satisfying goodness. It's perfect for a camping trip, or if you want a...

If you have ever had this conversation, "What do you want for dinner?" "I don't know/care." or "whatever you feel like cooking." Then here is the perfect recipe for...

This is a delicious and attractive dish to be served as a snack an appetizer or as a meal. You can serve this warm or cold but I like cold the best. It is delicious and so easy.

Sick of Cream of Turkey and Turkey Salad? Then use this quick and easy recipe to spice up those left overs.

Winter time is the perfect season for a warm and hearty soup. This recipe is the perfect remedy for those long winter days and is sure to take the chill right out of your bones! This simple yet...

The company is gone, the house is back to normal, and the holiday leftovers are in the fridge. After all that time spent in preparation, entertaining, and cleaning up, the last thing you want to...

Polish sausage, or Polska kielbasa, is an integral ingredient in Polish cuisine. Kielbasa is the Polish word for ‘sausage.’ Sausage, in its many forms, is widely eaten in Poland, as well as...

It's true, you can cook just about anything in the microwave. But does it taste good? Usually no; however, microwaving America's number-one breakfast food, bacon and eggs, comes out tasting like a...

Learn how to make fast, easy Baked Macaroni and Cheese that your family and friends will love.

An hispanic friend gave me this recipe that her Mom makes and it is so good! I love authentic Mexican food. If you do too, try this recipe and serve it with real Mexican refried beans. I also...

You've heard the phrase, "Bacon makes everything taste better," Well, this Spanish Rice Recipe has the yummy addition of bacon in it and it really makes the dish special. The use of your...

When I ate this chinese rice a friend made I was hooked and so was my hubby. She gave me the recipe and used to feed it to very large groups. I want to share it with you so you can enjoy this...

Thai food is becoming one of the World's most favorite Asian foods. Known for it's spicy dishes and exotic pairings of flavors, Thai food could easily become a part of any healthy and tasty diet....

Vegetable soup is wonderful, nutritious comfort food and this recipe is extremely simple and delicious. It can easily be adapted for vegetarian and gluten-free diets as well. When my family comes...

Today we have a simple yet very tasty recipe for one of my personal favorites. French Bread Pizza. This is a quick and easy recipe. It is so simple yet so impressive. Its great if you need a good...

When feeding five or more people on a budget this is a great cheap meal. This meal can be prepared quickly and easily even if you forgot to lay out something for dinner.A great meal for a large...

Everyone loves grilled cheese - but if you love spicy food, you will love this spicy sandwich. In this article, you will learn how to make a spicy grilled cheese sandwich using pickled jalapenos...

This is a kicked up version of your traditional potato salad. Mixing in herbs, and adding mustard and vinegar along with a little bit of mayo, makes this recipe a healthier choice for a potluck or...

Gyro meat is a spiced ground meat (usually lamb, beef or a mixture) pressed into large cones and cooked on a spit. (The word "gyro," pronounced YEE-roh, is Greek for "spin.") Gyro sandwiches,...

Grilled cheese sandwiches with goat cheese, fig paste and fresh basil are a new twist on the classic American grilled cheese, typically made with cow's milk cheddar cheese. These grilled cheese...

Still having problems getting the kids to eat their veggies? Do you want a comfort food that is quick and tastes like you worked all day on the recipe? This broccoli cheese casserole will become a...

Are you at the bottom of the "idea bag" for dinner tonight? Try this simple and fast Egg Foo Yung recipe for dinner. The ingredients are things you can stock in your larder for a last...

To make a mexican taco salad in my home is a necessity, since I have a busy family, like most people do these days. This simple and easy recipe that I would like to share with you. So when you are...

My son was recently in Chicago for a few days. When he returned to New Mexico, one of his first posts stated that he needed a "chile fix". Chile is a staple in most New Mexico...

This easy Nachos recipe is fun to make for a snack, a party dish or nutritious enough for a meal. Get ready for your children to often ask for this treat. Ask them if they would like to help...

In the case of a primitive survival situation, one where you no longer have access to fuel, running water and electricity, your stockpile of food and water will make all the difference....