Category Archives: Penny Pinchin’ Picks

Marinated Beef Tips with Potatoes

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on March 9, 2012

PrintMarinated Beef Tips with Potatoes Prep Time: 4 hoursCook Time: 15 minutes Yield: 4 servings Marinated beef tips grill quickly with roasted potatoes.Ingredients1 1/2 lbs. sirloin beef tips 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbsp. lime juice 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes sea salt and pepper to taste 1 pound white- or […]

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Teriyaki Salmon

Published in Fish, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on March 4, 2012

PrintTeriyaki Salmon Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 25 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients1 pound salmon fillets, skinless 1 Tbsp. olive oil sea salt & pepper to taste 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce 8 cups raw baby spinach leavesInstructionsPreheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. […]

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Slow Cooker Taco Soup

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes, Soups and Stews on March 3, 2012

PrintSlow Cooker Taco Soup Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 6 hoursTotal Time: 6 hours, 15 minutes Yield: 6 servings It’s a quick and easy way to fix a Mexican dinner that won’t have you stuck in the kitchen. Instead, let your slow cooker do the work! You could also serve this dish with warmed flour […]

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Pasta Primavera

Published in healthy foods, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Vegetarian on February 25, 2012

PrintPasta Primavera Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutes Yield: 6 servings A great vegetarian dish all on its own, or add leftover grilled chicken, beef or shrimp. Experiment with different vegetable combinations — green peppers, mushrooms, squash and others are also tasty in this recipe.Ingredients1 pound dry pasta 1 cup carrots, […]

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Broccoli Salad

Published in healthy foods, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Sides & Salads on February 25, 2012

PrintBroccoli Salad This is a great vegetable mix that is appealing and crunchy. The vinaigrette-based dressing allows the flavors to come through without being heavy.Ingredients1 head broccoli, chopped into bite-sized florets 1 cup carrots, sliced thin 1 can black olives, drained 1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1 pkg. cherry tomatoes 3-4 green onions, sliced […]

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Sloppy Joes

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintSloppy Joes Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutes Yield: 8 servings You don’t have to rely on canned sauce to make your own tasty sloppy joes. It’s a simple recipe, and one that allows you to adjust the spices to your family’s tastes.Ingredients2 pounds ground beef 1 can tomato puree (28 […]

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Oven Baked Chicken and Biscuts

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintOven Baked Chicken and Biscuts Yield: 6 servings If you’ve never made biscuits from scratch, it’s pretty easy. You can eliminate the shredded cheese and dry mustard to make plain biscuits. Substitute packaged dough if you’re running short on time.IngredientsChicken 4 Tbsp. olive oil 4 Tbsp. butter 6 pieces of bone-in chicken (breasts or leg/thigh […]

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Apple Dumplings

Published in baking, Desserts, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, rainy day fun, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintApple Dumplings Yield: 6 servings What could be a better dessert on a crisp Fall evening? I love the smell of the apples and cinnamon in the oven. It seems to warm the entire house.Ingredients6 medium tart apples, peeled and cored Pastry 4 ounces cream cheese 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter 1 cup unbleached white […]

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Meatball Sandwiches

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintMeatball Sandwiches Yield: 6 servings Amazing comfort food… you can also make these a couple of days in advance. They freeze well for a quick addition to spaghetti when you need to fix a quick dinner. The cheese and breadcrumbs give the meatballs a smooth texture. Use a hearty bread like a hoagie roll or […]

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Beef Stew

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes, Soups & Stews on February 25, 2012

PrintBeef Stew Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 6 hours, 15 minutes Yield: 12 servings I love making this in the slow cooker on a chilly day. And this recipe is big enough for leftovers!Ingredients2 pounds beef (chuck or bottom round), cut into 2-inch chunks 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 cup flour, seasoned with salt, pepper, […]

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