Author Archives: Erin

Shrimp Mango Curry

Shrimp reeks expensive. And it certainly can be expensive. But it doesn’t have to be. Shrimp can be bought in a number of different varieties…cooked, raw, fresh, frozen, tailless, by count, from mini to jumbo prawn.  It’s often on unadvertised … Continue reading

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Twice Baked One-Dish Potatoes

Twice baked potatoes…as a one-dish dinner. Sure! Duffy T, a long time friend of $5 Dinners, sent my a note about the way they do twice baked potatoes. They turn them into an entire meal by adding either chicken or … Continue reading

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Save $50 on Your Holiday Feast & Make it Look like you Hired a Chef!

I’ve been cooking up another project for the holidays. Literally, cooking! I’ve put together this simple holiday entertaining guide to help you be the best hostess or guest during this holiday season. This guide is the antidote to every other … Continue reading

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Dutch Oven Beef Stew with Butternut Squash

Several weeks ago I purchased a large package of meat for beef stew, that was reduced for quick sale. I split the meat up into 3 baggies, added some seasoning and then tossed them in the freezer. Then came the … Continue reading

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Slow Cooker Sweet Potato and Chicken Curry

This recipe is part of the latest 21 Gluten Free Meals from Costco Plan. This recipe is part of the 20 Slow Cooker Freezer Packs from Costco for $150 meal plan. Note that this is written as a single recipe, … Continue reading

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