A two ingredient frozen drink you will love. It has all the bright summer flavors and leaves out all the added sugary drink mixes. This way it feels refreshing and almost healthy! I found this blend of frozen fruit at Walmart and there is enough in this small bag for about 3-4 Slushies. Great budget…
Pineapple Upside Down Cake Cookies
Pineapple Upside Down Cake Cookies Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 1 box pineapple cake mix 2 eggs 1/3 cup vegetable oil 2 cups crushed pineapple Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. 2. Mix all ingredients together. 3. Scoop cookies with a cookie…
Salsa Chicken
This is a super yummy recipe that is budget friendly and doesn’t require very many ingredients. I usually serve it with rice and black beans and corn but it is great on its own too! It is great to prep ahead of time to shred and serve in a fajita, taco, etc. Salsa Chicken Prep…
Oatmeal Scotchies
Oatmeal Scotchies Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 12-15 minutes Ingredients 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 cup butter 1 1/3 cups brown sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup old fashioned oats 1 1/2 cup butterscotch chips Directions Preheat oven to…
Strawberry Lemonade Cookies
These cookies have 5 ingredients and take about 10 minutes to put together the “dough”. I say “dough” because it is a bit more of a batter consistency. Very budget friendly, but flavorful and brightly colored so they will seem like they are a complicated dessert. When I had coworkers taste test these, so many…
Red Velvet Cookies and Cream Bars
These are super rich and decadent. You are going to want a glass of milk with them most likely. But they’re awesome! My coworkers loved them when I asked them to be my taste testers for this recipe. So easy and only has 4 ingredients. Yes, 4. A great budget friendly recipe and one that…
Watermelon Frose
A yummy, refreshing cocktail perfect for hot summer days! Enjoy by the pool, ladies night in, etc., etc. And it’s easy to make at home with just a few ingredients. You will love these! Watermelon Frose Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients 3 cups frozen watermelon cubes 1/4 tsp salt Juice of one lime 1 cup…
Everything Bagel Hummus
Tired of plain hummus? Give this two ingredient snack a try! Gives your hummus a salty and crunchy addition that is awesome with pita bread, cucumbers, olives, carrots and more! Add 1 tablespoon of everything bagel seasoning to your hummus container and stir. This can be found at Walmart, Trader Joe’s and even on Amazon….
Easy French Fries
French fries seem like they would be easy but we have ended up with undercooked and over cooked fries many times. After a few rounds of testing I have found this is the best result!  Start by washing potatoes. I used 4 small ones. Cut off the ends so it can stand up on…
Copycat Breakfast Sandwich
These breakfast sandwiches are similar to a Mcdonalds menu items, the McGriddle. They are great for breakfast or dinner and can be made ahead of time and frozen to reheat! Copycat Breakfast Sandwich Total Time: 35 minutes Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time (for all the pancakes combined): 20 minutes Ingredients: 2 cups flour 3…
A Date Night In 