Thrifty Maven

I’d like to welcome Louise Infante who writes for The Vegetarian Daily Menu Blog. While I’m not a vegetarian (more of a flexitarian as we have cut way down on the amount of meat we serve in our home) I absolutely believe that a well balanced Vegetarian diet can be a very healthy lifestyle [...]

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This cake is the perfect cake to serve at your next summmer gathering.
Ingredients
2 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 sticks butter, not margarine
2 cup powdered sugar
1 #1 can crushed (approx. 14 oz.)
2eggs
1 regular size cool whip
4 bananas, sliced
maraschino cherry halves
slivered almonds
Directions:
To make this banana cake, melt 1 stick butter. Combine with graham cracker crumbs and press into [...]

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I’d like to share one more hot dog recipe that I received as part of my Oscar Mayer Thrill of the Grill House Party.
Prep Time: 5 min. | Total Time: 14 min.
Makes: 8 servings.
What you need!
1 pkg. (16 oz.) OSCAR MAYER Selects Angus
Bun-Length Beef Franks
2 cups broccoli slaw
1?4 cup chopped red onions
1?4 cup [...]

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I’d like to share another recipe provided to me by the people at Oscar Mayer as part of my Thrill of the Grill House Party
Beef franks are rolled up in flour tortillas with onions and bell peppers in these quick fajitas. Chili powder and cumin add classic flavor.
Prep Time: 10 min. | Total Time: 19 [...]

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I wanted to share another one of the great hot dog recipes when we celebrated our “Thrill of the Grill” House Party. Our guest really liked this new twist on a summer food staple.
Special Summer Griller
Prep Time: 5 min. | Total Time: 14 min.
Makes: 6 servings.
What you need!
6 OSCAR MAYER Selects Premium Beef Franks
1?2 cup [...]

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The Thrifty House was selected to be part of the Thrill of The Grill House Party. I love participating in house parties because I get to try new products and share them with my friends and families. It’s so easy and we always have fun.
Our party pack included:
Free Oscar Mayer Hot Dog Coupons
Oscar [...]

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This Saturday I will be hosting a Near East In-Home Party. My party was made possible by the people at Near East, Mom Select, and BSM Media. They provided me with EVERYTHING I would need to post a party including products to send home with my guests.
I asked the people at Mom Select if it [...]

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Did you know that Walmart has recipes on their site? I guess Mr. Thrifty is right, I don’t know everything.
They have sections for Fresh and Healthy, Budget Friendly, and Make It Easy. I asked for permission to share this recipe with you.
Tiramisu Bowl
Ingredients
1 Pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
3 Cups [...]

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This recipe is easy to make and a winner at the Thrifty House.
Ingredients:
3-4 cups corn chips
3 cups cooked, diced, chicken
1 cup green chilies, chopped
1 cup onions
2 cups grated American cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp. cumin
1 minced clove garlic
1 1/2 cup sour cream
1. Grease a 13×9 inch casserole dish.
2. Place 11/2 [...]

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The people at the American Egg Board have allowed me to share this tasty recipe for another way to help use up some of those eggs you bought for the holidays.
CLASSIC EGG SALAD
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: none
Makes: 4 servings
WHAT YOU NEED
6 HARD-COOKED EGGS, sliced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp. minced onion
1/4 tsp. [...]

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When I was little I would turn my nose up at sweet potatoes. Little did I know what I was missing out on. Now I LOVE sweet potatoes and look for any excuse to serve them.
This is my FAVORITE sweet potato recipe.
Savannah Style Praline Sweet Potatoes
• 6 cups of peeled, chopped and [...]

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Looking for something a little different to serve for dessert this Easter? It may be a new family favorite
Ingredients
• 1 quart blueberries
• 2 cups peaches
• 1/2 a lemon
• 1/2 cup sugar
Crumb topping:
•1/4 cup + 2 tbsps unsalted butter, softened
•1/2 cup (all purpose) flour
•1/4 cup oats (regular or quick-cooking)
•1/2 cup packed [...]

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It’s that time of year again when you have a lot more eggs in the fridge than you normally do. What will you do with all these eggs after Easter? I say, “Let them eat Deviled Eggs”.
Deviled Eggs
Ingredients:
12 eggs
equal parts mayonnaise and mustard
1 tbsp. sugar
salt and pepper to taste
paprika
Directions:
1. Boil eggs for [...]

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So, will you be watching the Oscars this year? Honestly I thought my invitation to the actual event as an honored guest must have gotten lost in the mail, but I may be wrong. I got to thinking about what would be an appropriate recipe for an Oscar Awards Party. I [...]

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The Canned Food Alliance has created an interesting VIDEOto explain the story of canned foods – from the farmer’s field to the family’s dinner table.
If you [...]

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I love fixing my husband breakfast in bed. It let’s him know that he’s very special to me. This meal is a twist on something I learned to make when I was in the Girl Scouts. I’ts very easy and Mr. Thrifty loves it.
Ingredients:
2 slices of thick french bread
2 eggs
2 [...]

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Looking for something special to serve the person who stole your heart? Fix them something that’s easy on their heart that’s very tasty.
Ingredients:
¾ cup non-fat strawberry yogurt
¼ cup non-fat vanilla yogurt
1 cup sliced strawberries + 2 whole strawberries
¾ cup low-fat granola type cereal
Directions:
1. In a clear dessert, parfait, or champagne glass, [...]

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I’m not Southern by birth and it shows. My students make fun of the way I saw dog, daughter, and August. I I HATE grits and LOVE oatmeal. I am Never fixin’ to go any where and I’d never heard of Hoppin’ John until I was 30. So forgive me if I get [...]

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Are you looking for something different to serve at your New Years Eve party? This is easy to make and tastes very good.
Cucumber Pecan Roll
1 (8-ounce) package low fat cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon grated onion
2 teaspoons grated cucumber
Pecans, finely chopped
Fresh parsley leaves
1. Peel and chop cucumber.
2. Combine cream cheese, onion and cucumber and [...]

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Photo courtesy of Brian Molyneaux
When I received my bottle of California Olive Ranch I also received a copy of this great recipe. Be sure to check out their site for more recipes.
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad
Ingredients
• 1 butternut squash
• ¼ cup California Olive Ranch extra virgin olive oil
• Salt & [...]

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