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Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix Recipe|Budget-Friendly Pantry Ingredients

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March 20, 2014 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe, Restaurant

Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix Recipe
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This recipe calls the amount of ingredients needed for a single meal. If making the mixture to keep on hand, just multiply the ingredients and store in an airtight container. The mixture calls for budget-friendly seasonings found in most house-hold pantries.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp Chili Powder
1 1/2 tsp Cumin
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1/2 tsp Paprika
1/2 tsp Corn Starch
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Onion Powder
1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1/4 tsp Oregano
1/4 tsp Brown Sugar (optional)
1/4 tsp Cayenne (optional for more heat)

Directions:

Mix all pantry ingredients together. Store in a airtight container. Double or triple the recipe to keep the Mexican ingredients on hand.

If preparing with me, mix all ingredients with a 1/2 cup of water for 1-2 lb of ground meat.

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Easter Bunny Bread Recipe and Tutorial – Veggie Tray for Spring

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March 19, 2014 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Easter, Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe, Restaurant

Easter Bunny Bread Recipe and Tutorial
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Ready for Easter, hosting and want to make your Veggie Tray Pop! Check out this easy Easter Bunny Bread Tutorial for the Spring Season. Friends will ask you to make it every year!

Ingredients:

2 1 lb loaves Bread Dough
2 Raisins
2 Sliced Almonds
1 Egg

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Directions:

Spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray.
Cut off 3/4 of first loaf to make body. FOrm into an oval and place about 1 1/2″ from bottom of baking sheet (to leave room for legs).
Take remaining 1/4 of first loaf and form into oval for bunny’s head and place just above and touching body.
Cut off 1/4 of second loaf and then split that piece in half. Form each of these into 12″ long ropes. Double each over to form ears. Put in place and tuck loose ends under head on each side.
Cut about 1″ portion of the end of the remaing loaf and then take 1/5 of that and form a ball for the nose. Split the rest in half and form each into approximately 1″ disk for each cheek.
Put cheeks and nose in place. Add 2 raisins for eyes and 2 almond slices for teeth.
Take remainder of loaf and but into 4 rectangles. Put in place for arms and legs just touching body. Cut 2 slits at the end of each to make fingers/toes.
Preheat oven to 350.
Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
Whisk egg in a small bowl, then brush entire surface of bread.
Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Cut out a hole in bunny’s body to hold dip if desired.

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Homemade Nutella Pop-Tarts Recipe – Hazelnut Spread Toaster Pastry

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March 18, 2014 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe, Restaurant

Homemade Nutella Pop-Tarts Recipe
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Whether for a morning treat, a snack at a party, or a dessert for after dinner – when it comes to Nutella, no one in the house will say no! Using 7 simple ingredients, including Nutella hazelnut spread, create this yummy goodness at home. Trick your kids and don’t tell them about the surprise that is inside this homemade toaster pastry.

Ingredients:

2 1/2 cup Flour
1 tbsp Sugar
1/2 tsp Salt
1 cup Butter
2 Eggs
2 tbsp Milk
9 tbsp Nutella

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Directions:

Cut butter into small cubes.
Combine flour, sugar and salt in a large bowl.
Work butter into the flour mixture with a pastry cutter.
Whisk together one egg and milk and add to the flour mixture.
Knead until ball forms.
Turn dough out on to floured surface and knead for 1 minute.
Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350.
Divide in half.
On floured surface, roll out dough into a 9″ × 12” rectangle.
Cut into 9 rectangles.
Repeat with other piece of dough.
Make an eggwash by beating the remaining egg and brush over entire surface of first 9 rectangles.
Place a tablespoon of Nutella on top of each egg washed rectangle and spread. Be sure to leave 1/2″ bare around edges.
Place a rectangle on top of filling and press with fingertips to seal around edges.
Use the tines of a fork to seal all around.
Poke top with fork to allow steam to vent.
Place on parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
Cool on wire rack.

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Homemade Copycat Cheez-It Recipe – Cheese Cracker Snacks

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March 8, 2014 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe, Restaurant

Homemade Copycat Cheez-It Recipe
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Can your family go through a boxof Cheeze-It snacks as quickly as my home? How about bringing this copycat homemade recipe to your kitchen and create these cheesey delicious crackers for a quick and easy bite.

Ingredients:

8 oz Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 tbsp cold Butter cut into small pieces
2 tbsp Shortening
1 tsp Kosher or Sea Salt
1 cup Flour
2 tbsp Ice Cold Water

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Directions:

Blend the cheese, butter, shortening and salt together on medium low speed in a stand mixer or with a hand mixer.
Add the flour and mix on low to incorporate (the dough willl be dry).
Slowly add the water just until the dough comes together in a lump.
Form into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for an hour.
Preheat oven to 375.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Flour your work area and roll out the dough very thin (less than 1/8″).
Use a pastry cutter to cut into 1″ squares and use a skewer or toothpick to put a hole in the center of each.
Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until light brown at the edges.
Transfer to a cooling rack and allow to cool.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe – Simple and Easy Dinner Side

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March 2, 2014 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe, Restaurant

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe
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Looking for a delicious way to fill your vegetable intake? How about this Roasted Brussels Sprout Recipe. We make these regularly in my house (I have a 4 and 5 year old) and they are eaten as fast as french fries. I tend to cook them a bit more than 30 minutes cause like them a bit more on the “burnt” side but they are delicious – I kid you not, try it!

Ingredients:

1 lb Brussels Sprouts
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1/2 tsp Salt (to taste)
1/2 tsp Pepper (to taste)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375.
Remove stems and rinse the brussels sprouts.
Cut in half and place in medium bowl.
Drizzle olive oil over sprouts and toss to coat.
Salt and pepper.
Place on baking sheet and cook 25-30 minutes turning halfway through.

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Zucchini Parmesan Chips Recipe – Simple and Easy Appetizer or Side

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February 15, 2014 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe, Restaurant

Zucchini Parmesan Chips Recipe
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Looking for a delicious way to fill your vegetable intake? How about this fun Parmesan and Bread Crusted Zucchini Chips? The kids might even been begging for more!

Ingredients:

2 Zucchini
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup dry Bread Crumbs
1/4 tsp Salt
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1/4 tsp Pepper

Directions:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Spray your baking sheet with non-stick spray.
Cut zucchini into 1/4″ slices.
Combine Parmesan, bread crumbs, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Mix well.
Dip zucchini into oil then toss in crumb mixture and place on prepared sheet.
Bake 30 minutes or until crisp and brown.

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Italian Caprese Garlic Bread Recipe – Tomatoes, Mozzarella and Basil

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January 25, 2014 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe

Italian Caprese Garlic Bread Recipe
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How about this twist on a Caprese Salad – Make Garlic Bread. Sure to please everyone as an Appetizer, Side or even Dinner Entree (just like a pizza!) Happy creating!

Ingredients:

1 loaf Italian Bread
4 tbsp softened Butter
3 cloves Garlic, minced
12 oz fresh Mozzarella Cheese, sliced
1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar
3 medium Tomatoes, sliced
Salt and Pepper, to taste
1/3 cup Fresh Basil Leaf, chopped

Directions:

Add vinegar to small saucepan bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer until reduced by half.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Preheat oven to 400.
Add minced garlic to butter and mix well.
Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise.
Butter the cut sides with the garlic butter.
Place on a baking sheet with the cut side up.
Place the mozzarella cheese slices on top of the bread.
Bake for about 12 minutes, until cheese is melted and edges are starting to brown.
Top with the sliced tomatoes.
Top tomatoes with chopped basil and salt and pepper to taste.
Drizzle with balsamic reduction.
Cut into slices and serve.

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Inside Out Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers Recipe

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January 10, 2014 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe

Inside Out Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers Recipe
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A delicious, and low carb alternative to a lunch cart favorite. These stuffed peppers have a hearty flavor that will satisfy even the hungriest diner. Even the kiddo’s dig into these, how fun to eat out of an edible bowl! These would also make a great drop off dinner for a new momma and her family, or to bring to a potluck dinner.

Ingredients:

4-6 green bell peppers
1 lb. rare deli roast beef, sliced
1 8 oz. bag shredded mozzarella
1 large onion
1 Tbsp. Beef Broth
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. pepper
Mushrooms
Additional diced green peppers if desired.

Directions:

Dice roast beef and set aside. Slice tops off peppers, and remove all seeds. Dice onion.

Heat 1 Tbsp. olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Saute onion until caramelized(until it has started to brown and soften) if you want extra peppers or mushrooms add them to pan with onions. Turn off heat. Add broth, salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce to pan, stir to combine well, set aside to cool.

In a large bowl combine; chopped roast beef, cooled onion mixture, and entire bag of shredded mozzarella.

Fill hollowed green peppers (I used very large peppers and was able to stuff 5 peppers well)

To freeze place stuffed peppers in freezer bag, upright, and place in freezer. To cook peppers, remove from freezer, place peppers in a pan sprayed with nonstick cooking spray, allow to cook 20-25 minutes in oven preheated to 400°.

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