Napa Cabbage Stir Fry RecipeNapa cabbage is the original Chinese cabbage with crinkled, long leaves that is used throughout the world for wonderful vegetable dishes. This page contains a Napa cabbage stir fry recipe.
Bisquick DumplingsUse Bisquick to drop some tasty little dumplings into your next stew or soup. Bisquick dumplings are easy to make and add substance to any soup.
Corned Beef Hash RecipesLeftover corned beef can easily return for another meal as a tasty hash. This page contains corned beef hash recipes.
Dinner in a PumpkinSaute onion until tender; add beef until browned (discard grease). Stir soy, sugar, mushrooms, and soup into mixture; simmer for 10 minutes.
Chicken RingI found this on youtube.com and had to try it. It's so good! I used the frozen chicken tenders from Save A Lot and cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of chicken.
Unstuffed CabbageTake advantage of cabbage sales and make this. It makes a lot, is healthy, delicious and freezes well.
Instant Pot Beef StroganoffI had a container of sour cream that I needed to use up soon. I found a few recipes online for making it right in the Instant Pot, noodles too. It was very easy and turned out delicious.
Chicken SofritoA great meal for the cooler weather. You could add more vegetables to the dish for a one-pan meal. The peppers and garlic scapes came from the garden.
Scrapple RecipesYummy! Crispy on the outside, tender and savory on the inside, and just delicious. I like it with a touch of homemade maple-flavored syrup over the top, with eggs on the side.
Gluten Free Chicken Pot PieChicken pot pie is one of our favorites and even though it is gluten free, the family devours it with me and they enjoy it as well as I do. It is also good left over and heated for another meal.
Weight Watchers Italian Stuffed Peppers (6 PointsPlus)This will become one of your favorite recipes once you've tried it! It's so easy, delicious and very healthy. A Points Plus+ recipe as well.
Chicken Salad PieYummy dish any time. Seems that kids really like this. Most of us are always looking for a way to get vegetables in our kids, and this is a great way to get a couple veggies in them, in my opinion.
Making Fried CabbageFried cabbage is a popular recipe in many Eastern European countries. It is often combined with noodles for a complete meal.
Homemade Glumpkies'(Stuffed Cabbage)This old recipe is one we grew up on. My mom made these and they bring back such fond yummy memories!
Black Bean-Cauliflower Rice-Mushroom MedleyI had half a bag of riced cauliflower left over, a can of black beans, and got a great deal on mushrooms. This was a very satisfying meal.
One Pot RecipesOne pot recipes are wonderful for quick easy meals. Meat, veggies and starches are combined and cooked together. Many of these recipes can be modified for a slow cooker or Instant Pot too.
Chicken and Rice Bake RecipesIt's easy to bake chicken and rice together in one dish. This makes a hearty dinner with very little prep.
Rice Dinner RecipesRice can be cooked in a variety of ways: baked, stovetop or even by using already cooked rice. Leftover meats or vegetables can be added for a frugal dinner.
Corned Beef and CabbageMade in an Instant Pot and just as good as the old way!
15 Minute Beef StroganoffPrecooking ground beef and freezing it saves time when preparing this tasty meal.
Chinese Bitter Melon Scrambled Eggs with MushroomAdd some nutrients to your scrambled eggs with Chinese bitter melon and mushrooms! Very simple and easy to make pairs great with rice.
Hudspudt/ColcannonA combination of two favorite comfort foods from two different ethnicities; Holland and Ireland.
Spaghetti ChickenThis is a recipe shared with me from a friend I used to babysit for over thirty-five years ago.
Recipes Using Bitter MelonBitter melons, a member of the cucumber family, can be found in many parts of Asia and are called by many names, including bitter gourd, wax gourd or karela (India). This vegetable is used medicinally and also in many recipes.
French Onion MeatballsThis is a wildly popular recipe in a neighborhood food group I belong to. I used ground turkey, fresh parsley from my garden instead of the thyme, chopped onions I had frozen previously, and Swiss cheese instead of the pricey Gruyere.
Ground Turkey Stuffed TomatoesThis is a pretty simple meal to make and is very flavorful. I like to pair this meal with rice. If you don't like ground turkey, you can stuff with ground beef, chicken or pork.
Mushroom ChicharonThe best thing with staying at home for me is that I have a lot of time in the kitchen. I spend most of my time in cooking when at home. Here I am again trying to trick my son with this crispy mushrooms. He thought it was just crispy fried chicken skin and he ate all of it like popcorn.
Tuna, Ham and Mushroom Pepper SteakBeen craving for burger steak but beef burger is too heavy. So the best alternative for fatty meat is either chicken or tuna. Tuna is lighter so let's try to recreate a burger steak using it.
Stuffed Peppers and ZucchiniI started this recipe by cleaning out my vegetable bins that were full of leftover veggies from the farmers market. Before they go bad, I got them all out and decided to chop them up and make my favorite stuffed peppers and stuffed zucchini.
Quick and Frugal PerloPerlo or perloo is a southern dish that combines meat and tomato salsa, which is then mixed or served with rice. It's a great option for leftovers.
Chicken Pesto PastaThis is a light fresh colorful combination of flavors that taste so sweet, yet a bit spicy!
Egg Filled Tuna CroquettesPotatoes and tuna - these are just two of the many foods that my eldest son loves to have on his plate. Today I tried another recipe and luckily, he liked it so much that he wanted me to make more.
Chicken and Vegetables with Rice PilafThis is just a quick, easy chicken and vegetables over rice pilaf dish. Using spices, and easy additions that make it fast and made in about 15 minutes! And healthy and yummy!
Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato SkilletThis is a very quick meal to make, perfect if you work during the day. I omitted the cheese and added asparagus, so I made this a one-pan meal. Feel free to add other vegetables and spices to your liking. I partially cooked the sweet potatoes and the asparagus in the microwave to make it even faster.
Easy Stuffed Green PeppersThese days with the stores not carrying every product we need to cook with, we have to improvise with items we have in the house. So these stuffed peppers came out better than my original, and I had to use box mixes and canned products!
Easy Beef and BroccoliWe wanted Chinese food but didn't have too many ingredients on hand. I was able to make this beef and broccoli dish with what I could find in the fridge. It was really good!
The Poorman's MealThis is another recipe from Clara Cannucciari, who had a YouTube channel with recipes from the Great Depression. It was a hit in our home. I used small, thin-skinned potatoes, so I did not peel them.
Chinese Shrimp and Green BeansThis is a delicious meal using shrimp and green beans. You can eat this on a bed of rice or noodles, or you can eat it on its own like I do. The beans are carb enough for me and make the shrimp more a star of the plate! I hope you try this recipe.
Eggplant Layered RiceFor the eggplant lovers out there this delicious dish of layered rice, savory meat sauce, and eggplant slices is a winner. The recipe, ingredients list, and instructions follow.
Cabbage Kidney Bean QuinoaCabbage sautéed in soy sauce and a can of kidney beans is added to cooked quinoa for a delicious main or side dish.
Pork Fried Rice with Duck SauceLeftover pork tenderloin is the basis for this quick and easy fried rice dish. The ingredients and steps are listed below.
Chicken PizzadillaThis improvised chicken pizza substitutes flour tortillas for pizza dough resulting in a delicious pizzadilla (pizza/quesadilla). You may never go back to traditional pizza crust.
Spicy Ginger Beef with TofuGround beef and tofu in a spicy ginger sauce is delicious whether you are recovering from a cold or just looking for a scrumptious meal. Serve over rice if desired. The complete recipe and ingredients list follows.
Easy Italian StewThis quick and tasty Italian stew is made with sausage cooked in Italian salad dressing. Add diced tomatoes, cannelloni beans, bell peppers, broth, and elbow macaroni. Cook until pasta is tender. Top with grated cheese and dinner is served.
Making Mixed Vegetable QuinoaQuinoa melds well with many additions. In this case mix in tomatoes, onions, baby greens, and garbanzo beans for a delicious dish.
Homegrown Mushroom and Asparagus RisottoSautéed chopped mushrooms and asparagus are added to rice cooked in vegetable broth and white wine. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and enjoy.
Maple Apple Pork Japanese CurryThis delicious recipe is actually the combination of two recipes, maple apple pork and Japanese curry. The flavors of the two complement each other and tone down the curry a bit. The recipe follows.
Glazed Pomegranate Pork RibsFor a delicious tart pork rib dish begin with juiced pomegranates. The tart sweet cooking liquid becomes a luscious glaze. Beautiful to see, and yummy to eat, this is an artful dish.
Pork and Mung Bean GuisadoOnions, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes combine with cooked pork and mung beans for this tasty dish. The recipe and instructions follow.
Roasted Chicken and RiceMake a tasty chicken and rice dish that also includes cabbage, carrots, celery, and cream of mushroom soup. Freeze some for a future meal. The recipe including ingredients list and instructions can be found below.
Baked Sausage and PeppersThis quick meal consists of sliced Italian sausage, sliced onions, and cut up bell peppers. Roast them in your oven or toaster oven for a yummy dish.
Making Taco Mac and CheeseTransform plain boxed mac n cheese into a scrumptious taco flavored delight with the addition of seasoned ground beef and cheese. The instructions and ingredients list follows.
Savory Rice Balls SaladRice flour dumplings served in a savory sauce make for a tasty salad. The ingredients, recipe, and instructions can be found on this page.
Pulled Pork SwineappleGet ready for a delicious stuffed pineapple dish. Stuff a hollowed out pineapple with tender pulled pork, then wrap with bacon, and bake for a scrumptious summer meal. The recipe follows.
Greek Lamb Over NoodlesTurn leftover lamb into a scrumptious meal. The recipe for preparing a dish of greek style lamb over noodles can be found on this page.
Instant Pot Chicken Fettuccine AlfredoThis delicious Instant Pot chicken fettuccine Alfredo is ready to serve in less than half an hour. Add a side of garlic toast and perhaps a green salad and dinner is served.
Instant Pot Orange ChickenMake chicken breast meat with a sweet orange sauce in your instant pot to serve over rice. A tasty meal that is easy to make.
Creamy Chicken and BroccoliThis delicious creamy chicken and broccoli dish is easy to make and uses the old standby, cream of mushroom soup. It is quick to make and can be varied depending on the spices added.
Cheesy Eggplant StacksThese sausage and cheese eggplant stacks are like little eggplant Parmesan individual servings. Make as many as you like, save some for later. The instructions and photos will ensure a delicious meal tonight.
Sheet Pan RecipesGet out your shallow sheet pan and try one or more of these delicious recipes. Choose from chicken recipes or a delicious sausage, potato, and veggie option. There are many more recipes that work well with this type of baking pan, it is not just for cookies and pizza any more.
Making Smoked Neck Bones and Pinto BeansSmoked pork neck bones can be used to season dishes such as beans. This page contains a recipe for making smoked neck bones and pinto beans in your crockpot.
Spaghetti in Meatballs RecipeAn interesting way to form your meatballs is to twirl your noodles into balls and freeze them. These noodles get wrapped by the meat mixture, covered with sauce and baked.
Fried Karela Bitter Melon with Egg RecipeKarela bitter melon is a tropical or subtropical fruit that grows on a vine. Try it fried with egg on rice.
Zucchini Manicotti RollsYou can use thin sliced zucchini in place of pasta to make these manicotti rolls. This will reduce the number of carbs and calories in a manicotti dish.
Salsa Chicken and Rice RecipesChicken and rice go well with some salsa to season the tomato sauce, and makes a great main dish. This page contains recipes for salsa chicken and rice.
Tofu Stuffed with Ground Turkey, Shrimp and MushroomTofu is very bland by itself. Jazz up a boring meal by adding turkey, shrimp and mushroom to make this delicious stuffed tofu recipe.
Ground Beef HaystacksA quick, easy meal when you don't have a lot of time. Layer a variety of foods to create a delicious meal. This page contains ground beef haystacks.
Chicken with Green Olives RecipeSeasoned chicken thighs with green olives makes a delicious main dish to serve with rice. This is a page about chicken with green olives.
New England Corned Beef and CabbageAlso called a boiled dinner, this one pot meal is hearty and comforting, perfect for St. Patrick's Day. It is traditionally served with beets. This is a page about making New England corned beef and cabbage.
Easy Chicken and Noodles for OneIf you are cooking for yourself, try this comfort food classic. This is a page about making easy chicken and noodles for one.
Chicken Sausage, Apple and Sweet Potato PotUse your slow cooker to make this easy one pot meal. This page is about making chicken sausage, apple and sweet potato pot.
Lentils and Quinoa with Shiitake Mushrooms, Tomatoes and SpinachA delicious, vegan main dish that is quick to make. It is full of healthy ingredients that you can customize to your liking. This page contains a recipe for lentils and quinoa with shiitake mushrooms, tomatoes and spinach.
Ketchup and Soda Marinade and Glaze RecipeThis delicious marinade and glaze recipe begins with ketchup and flat soda. Add vinegar and spices then use with either meat or veggies for a delicious, easy to prepare meal. This page contains a ketchup and soda marinade and glaze recipe.
Feta Stuffed Chicken BreastsA simple main entree that you can use other cheese to substitute for feta when stuffing your chicken breasts. This page is about feta stuffed chicken breasts.
Recipes Using Red BeansRed beans and rice are a great pairing. Here is a collection of recipes to try, including a crockpot soup and more traditional dishes. This page contains recipes using red beans.
Moroccan Spaghetti RecipeCumin, cinnamon, ginger and cayenne give this spaghetti pasta sauce a unique twist. This page contains a Moroccan spaghetti recipe.
Two Pasta Goulash RecipesGoulash is great for additions and substitutions. Ramen noodles are added to this popular Hungarian dish. This page contains recipes for two pasta goulash.
Ham, Cabbage and Potatoes RecipeA hearty family meal can be made from ham cooked with cabbage, potatoes and onion. This page contains a recipe for ham, cabbage and potatoes.
Chicken and Mushroom Dinner RecipesA delicious main dish of chicken and mushrooms with rosemary and/or thyme. Can be varied with added vegetables and served over rice or pasta. This page contains chicken and mushroom dinners.
Chicken and Noodles RecipesQuick, easy and satisfying these popular comfort foods don't have to be in soup. This page contains chicken and noodles recipes.
Vienna Potatoes RecipeThis hearty dish combines potatoes, cream of mushroom soup and Vienna sausages. This page contains a recipe for Vienna potatoes.
Black Beans and Rice RecipesThere are several ways to prepare this bean and rice dish. The variation of seasonings takes them for simple to a more Caribbean cuisine. Either way they are nutritious and good for you. Substitute brown for the white rice and you move another bump up the healthy scale. This is a page containing black beans and rice recipes.
Chicken Crescent Square RecipesThis page contains chicken crescent square recipes. Crescent rolls stuffed with chicken and other tasty ingredients make for a delicious light meal. Serve with fresh fruit or a salad.
Pork and Beans Goulash?A hearty weeknight dinner using a can of pork and beans as the base. This page contains a recipe for pork and beans goulash.
Quick and Easy Pot Pie RecipePot pies are a family favorite and this version takes no time to put together, making it perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner. This is a page about quick and easy pot pie recipe.
Quick and Easy Chicken and DumplingsChicken and dumplings is a hearty meal that your whole family will love. Here's a great quick and easy chicken and dumplings recipe.
Stuffed Portobello Mushroom RecipesPortobello mushrooms have large caps that can be stuffed with all sorts of savory ingredients. They can be served as an appetizer or a main course with a side of veggies.
Using Leftover Tater TotsLeftover or prepared for the first time tater tots can be used in a variety of main dish casseroles or added to a breakfast burrito. This page contains recipes using tater tots.
Towering Taco Pizza RecipeSeasoned ground beef, pasta sauce, and cheese are layered between flour tortillas and baked for a delicious stacked meal. This page contains a recipe for a towering taco pizza.
Tasty Protein Mash RecipeIf you are trying to cut back on potatoes you might want to try this tasty pinto bean alternative. This is a page about making a tasty protein mash.
Fish Pie RecipesA cheesy fish pie is an inexpensive British staple, that can be dressed up for special occasions. This page contains fish pie recipes.
Unstuffed Peppers RecipesFor those who really don't care for bell peppers, try this variation of the traditional stuffing served without the pepper. This page contains unstuffed peppers recipes.
Honey Balsamic Sheet Pan Chicken RecipeHere is an easy chicken dish that you can adapt to use the vegetables you have on hand. This page contains a honey balsamic sheet pan chicken recipe.
Chicken Zoodle-Do RecipeThis tasty recipe begins with marinated chicken, to which you add spiralized zucchini and carrot, in place of pasta. Get out your chopsticks and enjoy. This page contains a chicken zoodle-do recipe.
Frugal Chicken Stir Fry Recipe - $10 DinnersStory fry is an easy and inexpensive meal that is great any time of year. Make this frugal chicken stir fry recipe for 10 dollars or less.
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Galumpkis) RecipeSeasoned rice stuffed, rolled cabbage leaves baked in a tomato based sauce are a delicious main dish choice. This page contains a stuffed cabbage rolls (galumpkis) recipe.
Ground Beef Scalloped Potato RecipeMake your scalloped potatoes a little more hearty by adding ground beef. This page contains ground beef scalloped potato recipe.
Spicy Mushroom and Rice Stir FryA quick and easy stir fry is a great meal to make for lunch or dinner. This page contains spicy mushroom and rice stir fry.
Low Carb Bacon Wrapped Cheddar Filled MeatballsThese savory bacon wrapped meatballs are sure to get devoured by whomever you make them for. This is page contains a recipe for low carb bacon wrapped cheddar filled meatballs.
Chicken Noodles and Peas RecipeHere is an easy to make recipe for chicken noodles and peas that is nutritious and delicious. This page contains chicken noodles and peas recipe.
Chicken Ala King RecipeChicken ala King is a hearty dinner your whole family is sure to enjoy. This is a page about chicken ala king.
Sunday Dinner Chicken PieMake this delicious chicken pot pie for your family or Sunday dinner guests. This is a page about Sunday dinner chicken pie.
