Rob and I have become Aldi nerds. We've figured out we can get far more bang for our buck by shopping at Aldi. I've cut back our monthly grocery/food bill from around $400 a month to $200 a month while we finish up buying our house. Aldi plays a huge part in that. There's certain… Continue reading Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars
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Parmesan Fish Sticks
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese. Chef Boyardee beefaroni. A can of Beenee Weenies. People are turning to their childhood favorites right now, and I'm no different. Hamburger helper. Kid Cuisine. Cheez Balls. Instead of falling into the trap of buying all the premade, loaded-with-chemicals food, I've been trying to make my own homemade versions. I've been… Continue reading Parmesan Fish Sticks
Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders
You ever get those cravings for hearty comfort foods? I'm talking cravings for a big bowl of chili, or a cheesy serving of homemade mac n' cheese, or a plate piled high with meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Delicious and unhealthy comfort foods. You ever crave that? I do. I try my hardest to not crave those terrible-for-you… Continue reading Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders
Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Tenders
It has been such a busy week. I've worked a double, went out of town for work a few times, and spent a whole day at a computer editing a special story that needed fancy graphics. Woo. Busy, busy, busy. I finally had a chance to go grocery shopping this weekend, and now my kitchen… Continue reading Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Tenders
Black Bean Tostadas with Mango Relish
I made homemade refried beans... AND IT WAS EASY, Y'ALL. Instead of pinto beans, I used a can of black beans. Yep, a can. How much does a can of black beans cost? About 89 cents? I can't remember, but I'm pretty sure it's cheaper than a can of refried black beans. Making your own… Continue reading Black Bean Tostadas with Mango Relish