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How To Make A Scrumptious Meal Without Breaking The Bank

If you have a big get-together coming up and you know there will be plenty of hungry people around, this recipe is for you! Here’s a super easy way to feed the whole neighborhood – this chicken salad is not only delicious; it’s also very simple to put together and it’s easy on your wallet!

This chicken salad recipe from ReMarkable Home is one of my all-time favorites. You can make this salad a little lighter and sweeter by adding some grapes or chopped apples – or choosing low-fat ingredients, like explained on the next page. Don’t worry if you’re not planning for a party; you can make half a batch or even just 1/4, without a hassle.

I love serving this salad as a sandwich (I use either croissants or toast) but you could definitely serve it as a side dish, with almost any entree you can think of. I am dying to try this with cheesy scalloped potatoes – somehow I have a feeling that combination would completely tantalize my taste buds!

Recipe and image courtesy of ReMarkable Home.

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Quick Tip: You can easily make just half a batch or even 1/4 batch for a smaller group of people.

If you happen to enjoy grilled chicken as much as I do, you’re going to love this recipe! I do love chicken pretty much any way it’s prepared, but it’s so much fun trying to find new ways to cook something even more delicious. It’s a never-ending game, right? Even if you tried a new chicken recipe twice a week, there’s always going to be new ones. And I’m more than ok with that! Who wouldn’t love trying tasty meals and making their family happy?

One of my latest favorites is this super scrumptious recipe. First of all, it’s grilled – but that’s not the only thing I love about it. I do believe it’s the amazing sauce that makes this chicken so incredible.

You can make your own tweaks to this recipe – who knows, maybe it’ll turn out even more delicious! But I highly recommend you give it a go “as is”, first, before you change anything. Just because I think this is already so close to perfection.

This is the perfect summer dish and you can serve it anytime. Whether it’s a special occasion or a weeknight meal, this grilled chicken will always be a hit!

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Quick Tip: Mix the marinade in a large, resealable plastic bag, then put the chicken breast in the bag.

Fried rice has been a staple item in my household for many years. It is something that my grandma cooked long ago when she did not know what to serve us for lunch and something my mom also made when she was stumped for a good dinner. They also made this regularly due to the fact that they could use up leftover rice, eggs and any protein that was left lying around in the fridge. They really hated letting anything go to waste so this was the best option next to throwing it all away!

Nowadays, I find myself making the same thing they used to do. Whether I am stumped for a new recipe to cook up for dinner, am being lazy and do not want to spend a long time cooking over the stove or just want to use up leftovers, I know I can count on this recipe to get me a good, nutritious and delicious meal on my table in no time. This dish is one of my husband’s new favorites as well and now I do not make it only when I have leftovers, but when he really craves it. It is yummy and fun to eat all in one bowl!

Photo and recipe courtesy of Life in the Lofthouse.

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Quick Tip: Use day old, or very cold rice to make this.

In today’s fast paced lifestyle, we usually need easy-to-cook meals. But there are times when we can actually do more when we do not rush with our tasks. Crockpot is the perfect solution to such a predicament because we are given ample time to finish our tasks while our meal is cooking slowly in peace.

I have a friend who fell in love with crockpot recipes because of her lifestyle. She loves it so much that they’re all that she cooks. I remember her showing me a notebook with several crockpot recipes; recipes she was able to experiment on. She’s a single mom to the cutest 3-year-old boy and works two jobs. But while both of her jobs are online, they always require her full attention. I guess crockpots really are perfect for her. She was able to manage her tasks better in between cooking more than when she was rushing with food preparation.

Photo and recipe courtesy of Food.Com.

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Quick Tip: Even if this recipe uses crockpot, check your roast regularly.

Sometimes during the week you just want to whip up something quick.  This fried rice recipe truly is the answer.

Not only is it incredibly flavorful, it’s super fast, so you can relax early on those tough work day nights!  So why choose cheap takeout when you can whip this up quick for your family?

This recipe takes only 20 minutes to make and serves about 4 people.  If you have a wok, it’s the best idea.  I got mine from a flea market.

Even though they can be expensive brand new, they are a great investment for the kitchen, and the best way to cook any Asian cuisine, among other things.

Recipe and photo courtesy of 12 Tomatoes

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When cashews are involved, things can get expensive.  That’s why this chicken cashew dish is perfect to make at home.  Not only does it save you money ordering out, it’s delicious, heartier, and the servings are ample.

This  recipe serves 6 people.  When using the slow cooker, if you are on low, this dish should take 3-4 hours.  To speed things up, cook on high, and it should be ready within 90 minutes.  Serve over white rice.

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Don’t think “bland” when you hear “brown sauce,” because this sauce is tantalizingly tempting.  With it’s asian flare, this sauce can be used for various dishes throughout the week.

This recipe serves 4-6 people and is ready in under an hour.  Reuse the chicken later on for a hearty stir fry or an asian inspired chicken sandwich.    

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