An extra quick batter is prepared in the blender, poured into a hot skillet, and baked to golden fluffy perfection. The result is a perfect tender pancake ready to be topped with fresh fruit, maple syrup, Nutella, or powdered sugar. What is a Dutch Baby aka German Pancake? A dutch baby pancake is also called a German pancake, and it is made with a thin batter that is poured into a preheated skillet (preferably cast iron!...
This delicious powerhouse veggie adds great flavor to soups and casseroles it’s perfect served up as a Easy Kale Salad with Fresh Lemon Dressing and great on its own as a side dish! A Real Superfood So what is Kale? Kale is a leafy green often used as a garnish or in ornamental uses however it’s also a deliciously flavorful green if prepared right! It has a rich earthy flavor and is a very popular superfood these days!...
Pie is an easy classic dessert for good reason. It’s simple to make and uses ingredients most of us already have in the kitchen. A perfect pie filled with fruit is a dessert perfect for any occasion and it’s incredibly simple to make a beautiful lattice crust! How To Make A Lattice Pie Crust This is the only guide on how to make a lattice pie crust you will need. When you think of the perfect pie, you probably picture a fancy lattice crust....
Add your favorite toppings like guacamole and pico de gallo and serve in soft or crisp taco shells (or add the taco meat to lettuce for an easy taco salad)! Quick Beef Tacos Traditional Mexican tacos are one of my all time favorite foods and the thing I search out the minute I land in Mexico! I often fill them with either carnitas or salsa crockpot chicken but when I’m home we make ground beef tacos!...
©SpendWithPennies.com When I have a hungry family to feed, I break out an old fashioned casserole. Hearty casseroles are designed for that kind of work! Potlucks, large family gatherings… whatever your need, a casserole will be there for you. This recipe for Million Dollar Spaghetti is one of my all time favorite casseroles. It’s basically an easy combination of baked spaghetti and lasagna. (I know, it sounds delicious doesn’t it?)...
© SpendWithPennies.com Strawberry Banana Salad is one of those luscious dishes that is perfect for any occasion! It is sweet, fluffy and creamy, making it a great option for dessert but it also serves well as a side dish. I don’t know about you, but I always go for the fruit salad at a picnic or party! We’ve always had Ambrosia Salad with both picnics and turkey dinner but this is our new favorite!...
Bell peppers are delicious, easy to prep, and add lots of flavor to any meal. Got a pile of bell peppers and not sure what to do with them?! Look no further! Below are our favorite bell pepper recipes, there’s something for everyone! These dishes are all relatively easy to make and most importantly, jam-packed with flavor. With everything from fresh and healthy to ooey-gooey-cheesy, you’ll find a new favorite below....
Just like stuffed shells, this easy recipe is perfect served with crusty bread, homemade Garlic Butter and a Caesar Salad. Easy Baked Spaghetti This easy baked spaghetti casserole is a family favorite that is loaded with flavor! We love Italian flavors from Easy Meatballs to a simple bruschetta and this cheesy casserole is no exception! While Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole contains a lot of cheese in the spaghetti mixture (like cream cheese, cottage cheese or ricotta), this recipe is simple has pasta and sauce with a little bit of cheese on top....
Green peas have a sweet flavor and pair well with crisp smoky bacon in this recipe. Peas, Please! Peas are a budget-friendly veggie that keeps well in the freezer! This super easy recipe is a one-pot wonder! No need to thaw the peas, either, this recipe cooks quickly. Add a splash of cream and let it simmer to make a creamy favorite. Ingredients PEAS: Choose frozen peas, they are inexpensive and available year-round....
How to make Homemade Pet Shampoo! Pin it to SHARE it and SAVE it! Follow Spend With Pennies on Pinterest for more great tips, ideas and recipes! Leave your own great tips in the comments below! Does you cat or pup have super sensitive skin? Would you like to save money on your pet shampoos and make them at home? Tired of not being able to read the long list of chemical ingredients on your pet’s shampoos?...
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars Well, now that Fall is officially here according to the calendar, I guess there’s no sense in denying it anymore, and it’s time to move on from Banana Split Poke Cakes and onto all the deliciousness that is fall flavors! And by fall flavors I’m talking about apples, cinnamon, chai, pumpkin, and nuts, and I’m sure there are many many more. Oh, like sweet potato, sweet potato desserts are the best!...
This original Waldorf salad recipe was created in New York by the head chef of the Waldorf hotel in 1896. It was created for children at a charity ball in honor of St. Mary’s hospital! We love bringing this dish with us when we head to a party but it also makes for a wonderfully fresh lunch every day of the year. It’s make ahead, simple, travelable, and goes perfectly with just about any spread....
This meal is great to make ahead, reheats and freezes perfectly and everyone LOVES it. A traditional pasta bake recipe (in this case mostaccioli) is loaded with meat and cheese in a rich and hearty tomato sauce! So what is mostaccioli? Mostaccioli is a pasta shape very similar to penne but it has a smooth exterior instead of ridged. This hearty pasta is a thick, heavy tube, with diagonal ends....
A sprinkle of cherry brandy (kirsch) or Amaretto (or a little of both!) add extra flavor and sophistication to this fabulous treat with little effort. Topped with whipped cream and cherry pie filling it is a sweet treat! What is Trifle? A traditional trifle is an English dessert layering sponge cake, custard, a splash of liquor and often fruit. Layered like a parfait, trifles are the perfect dish to feed a crowd and are best made ahead of time and topped with whipped cream just before serving....
New potatoes are the ultimate summer comfort food; so creamy, tender, and full of flavor! This recipe for new (or baby) potatoes is not fussy, sometimes simple is best, especially in the case of fresh garden veggies! With just four ingredients, (potatoes, butter, garlic, and dill), add in a sprinkle of salt & pepper. It’s the perfect summer side! What Are New Potatoes? New potatoes are little potatoes that have been freshly dug out of the ground!...
Honey baked ham is a juicy spiral cut ham is smothered in a sweet honey glaze. It’s oven-baked until the meat is perfectly tender and the glaze turns sticky and delicious! A spiral ham recipe is the perfect holiday ham for Christmas or Easter served with Scalloped Potatoes, Ambrosia Salad, and our favorite Sweet Potato Casserole! This post, including the recipe, is in no way associated with nor endorsed by The Honey Baked Ham Company, LLC....
These are oven-baked meaning they’re not only delicious but better for you! No one really knows what’s in those drive-through, deep-fried chicken nuggets. They’re often deep-fried and left under warming lights before they get served. You can easily make your own crispy, oven-baked chicken nuggets at home! We love this recipe because we know all of the ingredients. It’s a much healthier version of a childhood favorite! The chicken is lightly breaded and baked instead of fried!...
These adorable spider cupcakes are so easy to make! You can use any cupcakes for these little guys including your favorite homemade recipe or a boxed mix! I like to use chocolate because I like the dark colors but they’d be adorable on red velvet too! My friend Joan has an awesome Midnight Mint Cupcake recipe that would be a perfect base for these! While the legs can stick into the frosting I find that glueing them with just a little bit of melted chocolate helps them to stick exactly in the position you want....
Tater tots are layered with bacon, onions, bell peppers, & whisked eggs, and then topped with melty cheese. Refrigerate overnight and simply bake & enjoy in the morning. Since all of the prep is done ahead of time, this is great for holidays, weekends, or even for breakfast for dinner! Tater Tots for Breakfast Tater tots are classic comfort food and great in casseroles, in this version they replace hashbrowns in a traditional hashbrown breakfast casserole....
Add in a side salad and a loaf of crusty bread for the perfect meal. Easy Italian Meals at Home We love going out to eat and Italian is one of my all time favorite choices. From Chicken Parmesan or a hearty pappardelle topped with bolognese to the bread and fresh olive oils, I just can’t resist (and of course don’t even get me started with Eggplant Parmesan). Being able to make restaurant quality meals at home means I don’t have to sacrifice the meals I love while saving money (let’s keep it real, while staying in my pajamas)....
