I think a great snack involves just a bit of effort, a spreading of something, a building up of something, a blending… Sliced apples and peanut butter fit the bill ! A simple sliced apple and a spoonful of peanut butter make a great after-school snack and has become my 15 year old’s newest favorite….
Breakfast
Cheesy Quesadillas
I like to pan fry my quesadillas rather than microwave so they get a bit crispy on the outside. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Butter one side of a tortilla and lay it butter side down. Sprinkle grated cheese (Cheddar, Jack, Colby or a Mexican blend) to lightly cover. Spread butter on one side…
Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls
Okay, these are a treat! But still pretty frugal and way better tasting than storebought cinnamon rolls. I used to use my bread machine all the time. I would regularly make pizza dough in it, bake bread, and periodically make these fantastic cinnamon rolls. Now that it is just two of us in the house,…
Yogurt Lassi
I’ve stopped drinking coffee for a bit. It’s too hot and it was bothering my stomach. But I still want something to sip in the morning before I sit down for breakfast. On cooler mornings a cup of tea does the trick, but lately it’s been too hot to want anything warm to drink. I’ve…
Bacon, Onion, Parsley and Yogurt Omelet
Guest Post Hi, I’m Allison, Ellen’s youngest daughter. Tonight, my sister was out, so I decided to make dinner for my mom. It was my first time cooking a meal on my own, and mom enjoyed it so much that she told me I had to blog it. I decided that my meal was going…