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Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches

Looking for an easy meal? Try these Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches. They’re simple, delicious, and make-ahead and can be adapted for Whole 30. It seems that the fall and winter are always busy months for me on the homefront. Our school days are full as are our outside activities. My work load tends to […]

Creamy Chicken Stuffed Shells

Creamy Chicken Stuffed Shells | Good Cheap Eats

A creamy, cheesy, chicken filling accentuates these Creamy Chicken Stuffed Shells. Make a double batch to freeze for another time. Such a great comfort food! Pasta is one of our family’s favorite comfort foods. I don’t make it as often as I once did. You know, that whole carb thing. But, I refuse to reject […]

Overnight Casserole with Chicken or Turkey

Overnight Casserole is one of the easiest you can assemble. No need to boil the noodles, just stir together all the ingredients and chill overnight. Top with bread crumbs and bake. While I was born and raised in Southern California, I spent my childhood summers in Minnesota and South Dakota, visiting my grandparents, aunts, uncles, […]

Single Crust Pot Pie with Chicken or Turkey

This Single Crust Pot Pie comes together quickly, particularly if you’ve got holiday leftovers. Be sure to add it to the rotation for this holiday season. What says cozy, cold-weather dinner than a chicken pot pie? I’m not sure there is anything more comforting. Flaky pie crust, creamy sauce, succulent chicken and veggies – what could […]

Pizza Recipes You Can Make Yourself

Love pizza but don’t love paying pizzeria prices? Make pizza at home with these easy pizza recipes you can make yourself. Pizza night has long been a hit at our house. When my kids were all little people, I made eight personal-size pizzas and everyone decorated his own. Today, only two kids still want to […]

Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Get cozy this season with a bowl of this Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup. It comes together quickly with just five basic ingredients. Soup season is here! And I am thrilled. A weekly soup night is a great way to use up what you have in the fridge and cupboards — and it’s ideal comfort food […]

Whole Wheat Pizza Dough Recipe

Today I’m sharing my Whole Wheat Pizza Dough, a variation of my standard recipe that is just a little bit healthier, at least for pizza. Pizza Night is somewhat of an event at our house. It begins late on Friday afternoon when I head to the kitchen to make pizza dough. While it’s a ritual […]

8 Great Meatless Meals You Should Try

8 Great Meatless Meals You Should Try | Good Cheap Eats

Meatless meals have saved my budget more times than I can count. If I plan wisely, not only do they save me money, but we also get some extra veggies in our diet. Greek Eggs; Pin Meatless meals have come to my rescue many times over the years. When I hadn’t thawed any meat, when […]

Ham and Swiss Sliders (Freezer-Friendly)

Come home to an easy supper: hot Ham and Swiss Sliders! Not only do they taste fabulous, but they’re also freezer-friendly. Sandwich Night need never be boring, particularly when you’ve got a stash of these spicy Ham and Swiss Sliders on hand. These small but mighty sandwiches, packed with ham, swiss cheese, and spicy horseradish […]

Barbacoa Beef for Tacos, Lettuce Wraps, Bowls, & Burritos

This Barbacoa Beef comes together quickly and easily in the slow cooker. The tangy, tender beef filling is perfect for tacos, lettuce wraps, bowls, and burritos. It’s that season again when you’ll start seeing chuck roasts and steaks go on sale. Do me a favor, and buy a few the next time you see a […]