Simple Lunch Ideas for Kids

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August 30, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media Leave a Comment

Quick and easy. That’s my motto. Follow these Simple Lunch Ideas for Kids at school, at work, or at home. Many on the go lunch ideas including wraps, pinwheels, sandwich sushi, corn dogs, pigs in a blanket, quesadillas, and other kid favorites, you can’t miss!

Simple Lunch Ideas for Kids

Whether you’re homeschooling or sending your kids to school this year, one thing rings true. Busy moms need simple lunch ideas for kids that keep kids well-fed and happy without taking up too much time in the kitchen. We’ve got you covered with lots of great ideas that go beyond basic sandwiches with deli meat or PB&J (though you’ll still find some yummy sandwiches in the mix).

Our School Lunch Planner can help you keep track of which recipes you want to make. It includes a spot to keep a running shopping list and pantry inventory, so you’ll be able to make your grocery list fast every week.

Don’t miss our School Lunch Hacks for tips and tricks on making your kids’ school lunches AMAZING.

With wraps, pinwheels, sandwich sushi, corn dogs, pigs in a blanket, quesadillas, and other kid favorites, you can’t miss! Let’s dive into the list of 22 simple lunch ideas for kids. Hope you’re hungry!

Simple Lunch Ideas for Kids

This sandwhich has all the healthy ingredients. Make our easy peasy Peanut Butter, Banana, Apple, Cinnamon, & Raisin Face Sandwich. With our without the face, it is sure to be a hit!

Take your grilled cheese sandwich to the next level by making Pizza Grilled Cheese. It’s a little more fun and convenient than baking a pizza from scratch, but you still get all those pizza flavors you love. You could even sneak in some peppers and tomatoes if your kiddo likes them. | Easy Budget Recipes

Walking Tacos aren’t just for enjoying around a campfire or at a party. Kids will get a kick out of having these on a normal weekday. Just brown and season your taco meat, provide individual bags of chips and your favorite taco toppings, and you’re all set. | Frugal Coupon Living

If your kid loves PB&J, you need to stock your freezer with these DIY Uncrustables. They’re a fraction of the price of the store-bought version, and they’re just as delicious. | Princess Pinky Girl

Stop right there, we have another homemade DIY Uncrustables Recipe on Frugal Coupon Living. This one square and with Grape Jelly!

These colorful Veggie Pinwheels are sure to delight your hungry family at lunchtime. They’re stuffed with crisp veggies and ranch-flavored cream cheese; all rolled up in a spinach wrap. Substitute regular or wheat tortillas if your kids aren’t into the spinach ones. | Dinner at the Zoo

Visit Frugal Coupon Living’s Hidden Veggie Recipes for Kids & Picky Eaters too!

Ditch the breading, and make Grilled Chicken Tenders instead. Aside from the time the chicken tenders need to marinade, these tenders can be made quickly and easy. Serve with grilled veggies, pasta salad, or fresh veggies. | Nourish Plate

Mini Broccoli Quesadillas are just the right size for little ones’ hands. They’re easy to make, but you can feel good that they’re really nutritious, too. Any food that encourages kids to eat more veggies is a win! | High Chair Chronicles

Pigs in a Blanket are a classic and simple appetizer, but they make great lunches for kids, too. You can make them super simple and serve with ketchup, as they are in this recipe, or add herbs, poppy seeds, etc., and serve with different sauces. | Damn Delicious

You can make English Muffin Pizzas in under 20 minutes. They’ll quickly become a lunchtime favorite, and they’re easy on the budget, too. Add olives, peppers, or mushrooms for children who like them. | The Best Ideas for Kids

Encourage the kids to get in the kitchen to help you make these Mini Chicken Quesadillas. They’re delicious, easy, and kid-friendly. To make this even easier, pick up a rotisserie chicken rather than cooking one yourself when you’re in a time crunch. | High Chair Chronicles

Make Homemade Spaghettio’s instead of serving the canned stuff. It only takes about 10 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to cook, so it’s pretty easy, and you can feel good knowing all the ingredients that have gone into it. | Strength and Sunshine

Mac and Cheese Bites are a fun, portable way to enjoy mac and cheese. They’re perfect for your kids’ lunchboxes if they’re going to school this year, but they’re just as yummy eaten in the comfort of your home. | The Best Ideas for Kids

Looking for more easy air fryer recipes? These Air Fryer Pizza Rolls are just the ticket. They’re tasty, wholesome, and super kid-friendly. The pizza rolls are made with sauce, pepperoni, and cheese, but feel free to customize them with your favorite pizza toppings. They’re ready in about 25 minutes, including prep and cook time. | Recipes from a Pantry

See also Frugal Coupon Living’s Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners and Air Fryer Cheat Sheet.

Grilled Chicken Wraps are sure to satisfy any chicken fanatic. They’re the perfect summer lunch, but you can make them all year long, too. If you don’t have time to grill or cook your own chicken breasts, sub rotisserie chicken, or pre-grilled strips. Easy peasy! | Little Sunny Kitchen

Regular sandwiches are BORING, but sandwiches served differently are fun and exciting! Enter these Sandwich Sushi Rolls—your favorite deli meat + cheese + veggies for a bit of crunch. Don’t they look delicious? | Eating Richly

These Corn Dog Mini Muffins (as seen in our Winner Super Bowl Snack Recipes) are basically corn dogs without the fuss. You’ll get more of that delicious yellow cornbread, which has to be my favorite part. And if you don’t want to make cornbread mix from scratch for these, you could always pop the hot dogs in some Jiffy mix to speed things up. | Damn Delicious

These Pizza Pancakes are a little bit of breakfast and a little bit of dinner all in one fun dish. They’re gooey and cheesy when you pull them apart, and they’re just perfect for dipping in marinara sauce. | Happiness is Homemade

Everyone needs to know how to make an Easy Pasta Salad. This recipe is simple and versatile. Make the recipe as is, or substitute whatever leftover meats and veggies you have on hand. To save time, you can use your favorite packaged Italian dressing instead of making your own. Make a big batch, though, because it’s irresistible, and you want enough to last a few days! | Savory Tooth

It may sound like an odd combination, but if your kids like to experiment in the kitchen, they may be right on board with these PB Apple Chicken Salad Wraps. Cooked chicken is combined with chopped apple, grapes, peanut butter, and Greek yogurt for a whole new take on chicken salad. | Love Bakes Good Cakes

With pre-cooked meatballs, crescent roll dough, marinara sauce, cheese, and herbs, you can have a batch of Meatball Cheese Bombs ready in under 15 minutes. How good do those sound? Serve them with a salad, and you have a simple no-fuss lunch everyone will love. | Sizzling Eats

Pizza Sliders are a great dish for potlucks, but you can make a couple of batches and refrigerate or freeze them for quick lunches during the week, too. Standard pepperoni and cheese sliders will work best for most kids, but feel free to sneak some veggies in there, like peppers, onions, mushrooms, or even olives. | Sugar Spice and Glitter

Hummus, spinach, deli turkey, and cherry tomatoes (with a couple more ingredients) come together to make this Healthy Spinach Turkey Wrap that you can make in about two minutes. It can easily be a gluten-free meal by using gluten-free tortillas. | Living Well Mom

If all else fails, you simply can’t go wrong with delicious and simple Cheese Quesadillas. Use one type of cheese or a combination of cheeses to switch things up. Serve with sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, or salsa. | Isabel Eats

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Get organized! Our School Lunch Planner can help you keep track of your kids lunch ideas. It includes a spot to keep a running shopping list and pantry inventory, so you’ll be able to make your grocery list fast every week. Comes with free lunchbox notes too! Pin to Pinterest.

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Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

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August 29, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Recipe, Social Media 2 Comments

Looking for a fall breakfast recipe? This incredibly easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls Recipe will have the entire family asking for more. Best of all, it includes simple ingredients including canned pumpkin puree and Pillsbury crescent rolls. No yeast. No flour. Enjoy!

Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

I was first introduced to Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls by the Pioneer Woman. I heard many rave about her pumpkin pie cinnamon rolls only a few ingredients stood out – flour and dry yeast. You guys, I have five kids. I want a tasty pumpkin recipe without all the work of making my own dough. If I was going to replicate this fall breakfast recipe, it was going to have to be easy!

It wasn’t hard to for me to twist this recipe up. Instead of making my own dough recipe, I was going to com in prepared (you all know I love my family-approved Pillsbury Crescent Rolls Recipes.) Thus, I come to you with some Food Network Ree Drummond inspiration and an Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with homemade cream cheese frosting and no yeast!

These Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect breakfast for Thanksgiving! Serve with our Breakfast Casseroles for a Large Crowd. You could reserve them during a Friendsgiving and add Pumpkin Ice Cream.

Won’t you join me on this cooking adventure as we create a pumpkin breakfast, pumpkin lunch, pumpkin dinner and of course, pumpkin dessert (24/7 – why not!?!)

Homemade Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls Ingredients

For your homemade Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, Pillsbury crescent rolls will be your base. Grab two packages of 8 count Pillsbury crescent roll dough. Also grab the following.

For the Rolls

2 packages of 8 count crescent roll dough, refrigerated
½ cup canned pumpkin puree
1/c cup brown sugar
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (we love this brand)
½ cup powdered sugar

Don’t you love that Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Rolls with no yeast?

Cream Cheese Frosting

1 8 oz package of cream cheese, room temperature
4 tablespoons of salted butter, room temperature
½ cup of powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract (we have been using this one forever!)

Baking Supplies

Baking Dish
Pipping Bag (or cut Ziploc bag)
Mixing Bowl
Optional: Stand Electric Mixer or Hand Held Mixer

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Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

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Ingredients

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For the Rolls

2 packages of 8 count crescent roll dough, refrigerated
½ cup canned pumpkin puree
1/c cup brown sugar
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
½ cup powdered sugar

Cream Cheese Frosting

1 8 oz package of cream cheese, room temperature
4 tablespoons of salted butter, room temperature
½ cup of powered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Baking Supplies

Baking Dish
Pipping Bag (or cut Ziploc bag)
Mixing Bowl
Optional: Stand Mixer or Hand Held Mixer

Instructions

Preparing the Cinnamon Rolls

First, unroll the packages of Pillsbury crescent rolls and press on the seams of the dough to seal up. You’ll have one full sheet from each crescent dough package.

Next, evenly spread the canned pumpkin puree across the dough rectangles, leaves ¾ inch untouched on the edges.

Take your brown sugar and sprinkle across the pumpkin spread. Do the same with the pumpkin spice.

Once complete, start to roll up the dough at the shorter end and pinch the seams to seal well. Repeat with the second roll.

Next, slice the rolls into 8 rounds and place into a greased baking pan.

Bake at 375 degrees for 20-24 minutes or until golden brown.

Preparing the Cream Cheese Frosting

While baking, prepare the frosting.

First, blend together cream cheese and butter in a mixing bowl.

Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla. Set aside or transfer to a piping bag (or Ziploc with one corner trimmed off) to drizzle frosting when rolls are ready.

Once rolls finish baking, allow to cool before adding frosting.

Serve warm and Enjoy!

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How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.

Preparing the Cinnamon Rolls

First, unroll the packages of Pillsbury crescent rolls and press on the seams of the dough to seal up. You’ll have one full sheet from each crescent dough package.

Next, evenly spread the canned pumpkin puree across the dough rectangles, leaves ¾ inch untouched on the edges.

Take your brown sugar and sprinkle across the pumpkin spread. Do the same with the pumpkin spice.

Once complete, start to roll up the dough at the shorter end and pinch the seams to seal well. Repeat with the second roll.

Next, slice the rolls into 8 rounds and place into a greased baking pan. This is our favorite cinnamon roll baking pan.

Bake at 375 degrees for 20-24 minutes or until golden brown.

Preparing the Cream Cheese Frosting

While baking, prepare the cream cheese icing.

First, blend together cream cheese and butter in a large mixing bowl. This is our favorite Hand Mixer.

Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla. Set aside or transfer to a piping bag (or Ziploc with one corner trimmed off) to drizzle frosting when rolls are ready.

Once rolls finish baking, allow to cool before adding frosting.

Serve warm and Enjoy!

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Pumpkin Recipes for Fall

We have plenty more Pumpkin Recipes for Fall! Add pumpkin flavor to all things breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert!

Save these Easy Fall Recipes using Canned Pumpkin Puree. Pin to Pinterest.

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Comforting Fall Dinner Recipes the Whole Family Loves

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August 16, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Halloween, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media, Thanksgiving 4 Comments

Looking for comfort recipes for the fall that the entire family will love? Never ask what’s for dinner and fall in love (full pun!) with this list of family friendly soup, entrees, and dessert Fall Dinner Recipes.

Fall Dinner Recipes

When fall arrives along with chilly weather and changing leaves, we tend to crave comfort food to fill our bellies. We’ve compiled a list of delicious fall dinner recipes to encourage you to get in the kitchen and experiment with all the wonderful flavors of autumn. You’ll find creamy or hearty soups, comforting main dishes, and delectable fall desserts. Many feature pumpkin, squash, apples, and the aromatic spices that fall is so known for. You’re going to find some winners to add to your monthly dinner rotation!

And when you’re entertaining guests (on Thanksgiving, for instance), get our Fall Simmer Pot Recipe going in the background. This homemade potpourri will make your house smell incredible, and we’ve included stovetop and Crock-Pot directions for your convenience. Let it cook as long as you’d like! Just keep adding water.

Soup Recipes

Our creamy, dreamy Copycat Panera Autumn Squash Soup tastes just like the restaurant version, but you can make and eat it right in the comfort of your home. It’s full of butternut squash, pumpkin puree, apple cider, and lots of other fall flavors that blend together beautifully. You’ll love how much money you save by making copycat versions of your favorite recipes! | Frugal Coupon Living

On a chilly night, this Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup will be a warm, welcome, and hearty meal for the family. The meat becomes fall-apart tender in the Instant Pot, and the veggies are cooked to perfection. | Healthy Christian Home

Want to eat more veggies? Try our Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup; it’s packed with broccoli. Okay, so it’s also packed with lots of cheese, but you’ll feel a little less guilty because you’re getting green veggies, too. Right? Even the kids will love it. | Frugal Coupon Living

Serve your family a healthy, Mexican-inspired, protein-packed meal. This Quinoa Enchilada Soup is easy to make, freezes well, and goes wonderfully with so many toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, and tortilla strips. | Shweta in the Kitchen

Pumpkin and Cauliflower Soup is creamy, healthy, and so comforting in the fall. The veggies are first roasted to maximize flavor and then pureed into a thick, creamy soup. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal. | Cook It Real Good

There’s so much texture and flavor in this Instant Pot Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup. The creamy sauce really pulls the rice, mushrooms, and veggies together into a delicious meal. | Huckleberry Life

The amazing thing about this Stuffed Cabbage Roll Soup is that it’s an easier way to get all the flavors of stuffed cabbage rolls without all the fuss. It’s easy, frugal, and freezes amazingly well. It’s a quick comfort food meal that you definitely need to add to your fall dinner rotation. | Everyday Delicious

Main Dishes for Fall

When you want comfort food, but you want it fast, our Chicken Pot Pie Crescent Roll Ring is where it’s at. You’ll have it ready and on the table in about 40 minutes, so it’s perfect for a weeknight meal. It includes all the yummy veggies, chicken, and creamy center of a chicken pot pie, but it’s way easier to make. | Frugal Coupon Living (See also our Pillsbury Crescent Roll Recipes.)

One-pan dishes are definitely a favorite. Minimal cleanup is a bonus for busy moms! Make One Pan Pork Chops with Apples in just 30 minutes to serve your family a fast, flavorful meal. | Nourish and Fete

Shepherd’s Pie is a classic dish, but the traditional version with everything made from scratch can be a little time-consuming. This Easy Shepherd’s Pie is made with frozen vegetables, ground beef, gravy, and leftover mashed potatoes. | The Cozy Cook

If you’re looking for a way to use leftover turkey, you don’t want to miss this Easy Turkey Casserole. It’s filled with chopped turkey, veggies, and a cheesy sauce and topped with French fried onions. | Bitz & Giggles

This recipe for Cider-Braised Pork with Apples and Brussels Sprouts is ideal for autumn. The pork is braised with apple cider, while the apples and Brussels sprouts are caramelized to perfection. The toasted pecans sprinkled over the dish give it just the right amount of crunch. | Grateful Meal

Pumpkin doesn’t always have to go in sweet dishes. It’s a delicious addition to savory dishes, too, like this Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese. It adds another layer of creaminess but doesn’t overpower the dish with pumpkin flavor. A little sage and nutmeg boost the fall flavor in this creative dish. | Simply Stacie

Dare to be adventurous with your pizza this fall. Try this Squash Apple Pizza with an orange, buttery butternut squash puree instead of tomato sauce. It’s topped with pecorino cheese, onions, Gala apples, toasted pecans, and crumbled blue cheese for a wonderful combination of sweet, savory, and tangy. | Foodal

This Healthy Pumpkin Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms is a yummy meal idea for Meatless Mondays. It’s made with fresh pumpkin, but if you don’t feel like chopping up a pumpkin yourself, about 1-2 cups of pumpkin puree could be substituted. | Happy Kitchen

Curries are so flavorful and easy to make. This Instant Pot Pumpkin Curry is a wonderful curry for fall. It’s made with pumpkin, sweet potato, lentils, and a few other spices and ingredients. Skip the green chili if you’re making this with kids or if you don’t like too much spice. | Little Sunny Kitchen

Make the simple 2-ingredient pizza dough for this Roast Pumpkin Pizza. Alternatively, you could use your favorite pre-made pizza crust to cut down a bit on prep. This fall pizza is made with pumpkin, onions, bell peppers, kalamata olives, mushrooms, and two types of cheese. It has a tomato paste base, however, which still gives it a little of the traditional pizza vibe. | Cook It Real Good

Prepare a small-scale Thanksgiving dinner for your family anytime you want! This Instant Pot Turkey Breast with stuffing and mashed potatoes is everything you need to feel like you’re having a feast without spending the entire day cooking. | Sweet and Savory by Shinee

This tried and true recipe will be a hit with the kids and adults alike. The Crock-Pot French Dip Sandwiches are filling and tasty. Although the recipe lists 14 ingredients, you’ll have most on hand already, such as the spices, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, etc. | Marathons and Motivation

Five ingredients and just 40 minutes will get you this delicious Pressure Cooker Whole Chicken with crispy skin and flavorful meat. Serve alongside some roasted veggies to round out the meal. | Dr. Davinah’s Eats

Instead of Taco Tuesday, make it Taco Casserole Tuesday! This yummy dish is loaded with Mexican flavor and topped with your choice of Doritos, Fritos, or Tortilla Chips to add some crunch. You can even make this recipe days ahead of time (except for the chip topping), so you can have dinner ready in a pinch. | The Cozy Cook

How gorgeous is this Cheesy Leek and Potato Pie? The cheese sauce totally makes the dish, but the flaky pastry top is a winner, too. | A Mummy Too

This vegetarian Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash dish can be either a complete meal for Meatless Monday or a side dish to go along with your favorite meals. | Two Sleevers

Whether you’re watching your carbs or not, this Chicken Zucchini Casserole is a tasty, protein-packed meal with lots of cheesy flavor. Plus, the instructions provide an easy way to avoid having a watery zucchini casserole. | Wholesome Yum

Do you love dump recipes? This one is the easiest ever. Just throw everything into the slow cooker and let it go. Easy peasy. You’re going to love the sweet-savory flavor of this Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies. | Damn Delicious

Fall Dessert Recipes

No-churn ice cream recipes are the best. After all, who needs an extra kitchen appliance? Our Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream is flavorful, creamy, and absolutely delicious in the fall when you’re snuggled up with a blanket and a good book. | Frugal Coupon Living

This Salted Caramel Pumpkin Cake is a perfect fall dessert. Moist pumpkin cake is topped with smooth cream cheese frosting and drizzled with salted caramel. You get the delicious flavor of salted caramel and creamy frosting in every single bite. | Will Cook for Smiles

Our Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cake Bites make an incredible breakfast, snack, or dessert. You can’t go wrong with pumpkin, cake, and chocolate chips. Dip them in maple syrup for even more sweetness. | Frugal Coupon Living

When you need a quick, easy, no-fail dessert, try this Pumpkin Dump Cake. It’s made with a boxed cake mix and a few added ingredients to elevate the taste. Pumpkin, pecans, and pumpkin spice give it all the fall flavors you know and love. | All Things Mamma

These Apple Crisp Bars will make your kitchen smell incredible while baking. A layer of sweet oat cake is topped with a layer of sweetened apples and more oats on top to create a crispy layer. | Simply Stacie

It just isn’t autumn without at least one Pumpkin Cake Roll. Of course, you’ll need to make several because they make lovely food gifts for neighbors and friends! This recipe is relatively simple and will be your go-to for a Thanksgiving Day dessert. | An Alli Event

Perhaps you’d like a low-fuss dessert on a crisp, fall evening. These Pumpkin Pie Parfaits are incredibly easy to make, plus they look like you put in tons of effort. It’s as simple as layering crushed cookies with a pumpkin-pudding mixture and whipped cream. | Kenarry

These Caramel Apple Crisp Bites will make you swoon! Graham cracker crust is topped with apple cinnamon filling and then drizzled with caramel before serving. Add a big scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side, if desired. Yum! | Princess Pinky Girl

Homemade Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with cream cheese icing and vanilla ice cream are never a bad thing for dessert. These are just like the Pioneer Woman Cinnamon Rolls!

It doesn’t get much easier than these Crock Pot Baked Apples. They cook just a couple of hours in the slow cooker on high, and then they’re ready to devour. Don’t forget to scoop a little ice cream on top right before serving! | Easy Family Recipe Ideas

Pin to Pinterest this list of delectable fall dinner recipes to serve up for your family and friends this autumn.

More Fall Comfort Food Recipes

Save these Easy Fall Recipes using Canned Pumpkin Puree. Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a look at these 31+ Days of Fall and Winter Soup Recipes. Pin to Pinterest Recipe or Fall Boards.

Also enjoy these Comforting Casserole Winter Recipes. Pin to Pinterest Fall or Recipe Boards.

Cauliflower Healthy Recipes

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August 2, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media 1 Comment

Want to lighten up your favorite family recipes? These low-carb Cauliflower Healthy Recipes will change the way you cook. Best of all, your family might not even realize they contain hidden veggies. Cauliflower recipes ideas for appetizers, soups, sides, and main dishes.

Cauliflower Healthy Recipes

If you’ve been watching calories or carbs or you’ve just been trying to eat a little healthier, you’ve probably heard people touting the versatility of cauliflower. But when you stare at that white orb of florets, you may be feeling rather uninspired. If that’s the case, you’re going to love this list of easy, tasty, and crave-worthy cauliflower recipes. No tasteless dishes allowed!

From yummy cauliflower-based snacks and appetizers to main dishes and sides, you’re sure to find a veggie-packed recipe that everyone in your family will love.

Cauliflower Snack and Appetizer Recipes

Hosting a get-together but don’t want to fall off the wagon with your eating plan? These delicious recipes are amazing health-conscious snacks and appetizers that’ll make people say, “I can’t believe this is cauliflower!”

Looking for a guilt-free snack with a kick of flavor? Try our Skinny Buffalo Cauliflower Bites. You can prep and bake them in under 30 minutes, so you should definitely keep a head of cauliflower and bottle of hot sauce on hand at all times, just in case you need something flavorful to munch on. Optional: serve with blue cheese or ranch. | Frugal Coupon Living

Kid-friendly and healthy, these Cauliflower Tots are a sneaky way to get your kids to eat more veggies. They make terrific appetizers for get-togethers with friends, too. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces for tater tots, such as ketchup, spicy mayo, or creamy mustard dipping sauces. | To Simply Inspire

When you’re trying to cut carbs, the cravings for crackers and chips can be a real struggle, but no more! These Cauliflower Crackers are crispy, crunchy, dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, and totally healthy. Enjoy them with dips, spreads, in soups, or just as an everyday snack. | Healthy Taste of Life

Cauliflower Parmesan Crisps are another excellent crunchy snack that folks will love regardless of whether they’re watching their carbs or not. They’re made with cauliflower, Parmesan cheese, and a few spices, so they’re simple and budget-friendly. | Will Cook for Smiles

Honey Garlic Cauliflower makes a yummy appetizer, but it’s also incredibly tasty when paired with fried rice to make a complete meal. This recipe isn’t low carb since the cauliflower is breaded and then fried, but you can adjust the flowers for carb-friendlier versions if you’d like.| Flavours Treat

These Cauliflower Fritters with Garlic Dill Aioli are terrific as a snack, brunch, or a side dish. The creamy garlic dill aioli pairs perfectly with the crispy seasoned fritters. | Babaganosh

On a vegan or vegetarian diet? Don’t forget our hidden veggies vegetarian fritters made carrots and zucchini. Your kids will love htem!

This Spicy Vegan Chorizo Queso will be a hit at your next get-together. This cauliflower-based recipe is made entirely of veggies, which totally surprises people who try it. There will be no leftovers when you bring this dip to the party. | Spabettie

Homemade hummus is fantastic! And you’re going to flip when you try this tasty Roasted Red Pepper Cauliflower Hummus. It’s full of rich flavor without excess carbs weighing you down. | Keto Cooking Christian

Cauliflower Main Dish Recipes

Perhaps you’re looking for a full-on meal made with cauliflower that’ll give you the comfort food goodness of potatoes or meat but without all the carbs or fat. You’ll never miss those ingredients in these dishes.

Raise your hand if you love jalapeno poppers! Get all the flavors of them in a creamy, delicious, keto-friendly Jalapeno Popper Cauliflower Mac & Cheese recipe made with cauliflower. It’s so decadent that you’ll never miss the pasta. | Keto Cooking Christian

Skip the takeout. Make your own lighter version at home. This Sticky Sesame Cauliflower is battered, baked, and then smothered in a sticky sauce that’s sweet, spicy, and absolutely scrumptious. | Vegan Huggs

This Cauliflower Scampi with Garlic and White Wine Sauce is a winning weeknight meal that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. This pasta recipe includes cauliflower, plenty of lemon, a yummy white wine sauce and fresh herbs. | Veggie Inspired

Do you want to add more veggies to your diet but also want them smothered in a creamy poblano sauce? If you answered, “Yes!” these Cauliflower Enchiladas are the meal for you. | Foodal

This simple vegetarian meal makes the perfect weeknight dinner for busy folks. The Charred Cauliflower Steaks with Curry Sauce is ready to eat in under 30 minutes and can be cooked in the oven or on the grill. | Peel with Zeal

When the weather gets colder, you’re going to love this Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup. Topped with Parmesan croutons, crumbled bacon, green onions, and sun-dried tomato oil, the flavor combination is out of this world. | The Inspiration Edit

Cook a meal in practically no time—only 25 minutes, in fact. This Sausage Pepper Cauliflower Rice Skillet is super tasty and incredibly easy. If you miss rice, learning how to make delicious cauliflower rice skillets like this one can save your sanity (and your diet)! | Low Carb Africa

Shepherd’s pie is classic comfort food, but the piles of mashed potatoes on top don’t do you any favors if you’re trying to cut carbs. This Mashed Cauliflower Shepherd’s Pie recipe, however, is a low-carber’s dream food. The ground beef mixture is topped with a creamy, cheesy cauliflower mash that’s so good you won’t crave those potatoes at all. | Home Cooking Memories

I have to admit—when I began my search for cauliflower recipes, I didn’t think I’d find a breakfast dish. I was pleasantly surprised, however, to come across these Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Breakfast Muffins. Since muffins are usually quite carb-heavy, these seem like a tasty and sensible swap. | Mom Skoop

Cauliflower Tikka Masala is a budget-friendly meal that’s packed with bold, savory flavors. Families who enjoy spicy food are going to love this dish. Roasting the cauliflower gives it maximum flavor before it’s coated in the delicious sauce. | Vegan Huggs

Everyone in the family will devour this Keto Pizza Cauliflower Casserole. It tastes just like a regular pizza, but you can feel good about getting in lots of good-for-you cauliflower for kids who may be rather picky about their veggies. | Home Made Lovely

This Creamy Cauliflower Curry is another quick weeknight meal option that’s perfect for busy evenings. Pair it with steamed basmati rice or some naan bread.| Fun Food Frolic

Cauliflower Side Dish Recipes

These cauliflower recipes include salads and sides that’ll help you round out your favorite meals.

Make tacos and wraps a little healthier by making Cauliflower Tortillas. Not only are they great for taco filling and other meats, but the tortillas make a tasty base for pizza toppings, as well.| Low Carb Yum

Anyone who’s doing keto, low carb, or just looking for healthier, lower-cal, lower-carb options for potatoes should have a recipe for Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes in their arsenal. It’s a dinnertime staple! | The Salty Pot

You could also try this recipe for Crock-Pot Mashed Cauliflower. It’s loaded with sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions. | Tammilee Tips

If you want to serve a show-stopping side, try this Garlic and Smoked Paprika Whole Roasted Cauliflower recipe. It is packed with flavor, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. It’s perfect for the holidays or any time of year when you want to make an impressive side dish. | Veggie Desserts

How beautiful is this Roasted Purple Cauliflower Salad? White and purple cauliflower florets are roasted on a sheet pan along with broccoli, oil, and spices, and then tossed together in a delicious salad with a refreshing lemon-garlic salad dressing. | Little Sunny Kitchen

Sometimes, comfort cooking is where it’s at, but you may want the comfort food without all the carbs. Here’s where this Loaded Keto Cauliflower Casserole with Broccoli and Cheese comes in. It’s hearty, packed with veggies, and super creamy and cheesy. Use these metric conversion charts if you don’t have a food scale to measure out the ingredients. | Here to Cook

It’s a healthier twist on a Middle Eastern favorite. This Cauliflower Rice Tabbouleh is low-carb and grain-free, making it a healthy, clean salad that everyone can enjoy. It’s a wonderful year-round salad because the ingredients are always available. The dressing is simple and made with just lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper. | The View from Great Island

When Thanksgiving and Christmas come around, you may be missing the traditional stuffing to go along with your turkey if you’re low-carbing. But this Low Carb Riced Cauliflower Stuffing is going to make you feel like you’re not skimping out at all. It’s full of the flavors of traditional stuffing, but without the bread.| Flavor the Moments (see our Gluten Free Thanksgiving Ideas too!)

This Loaded Cauliflower Salad will be your new favorite side. It’s crispy, crunchy, and flavorful. This salad is a terrific potluck dish, especially with summertime foods like burgers, kabobs, and other meats cooked on the grill. | Spend with Pennies

Polenta is comfort food that’s typically made with cornmeal or other grains, but it takes on a healthier spin in this Cauliflower Polenta recipe. It’s warm, creamy, cheesy, and the perfect side to pair with any dish that has gravy or sauce.| Sumptuous Spoonfuls

Pin this list of cauliflower recipes so you’ll always have lighter versions of your favorite foods handy.

Take a look at these Hidden Veggie Recipes for Picky Eaters. They may never know where you hid them! Pin to Pinterest.

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Under the Sea Fish Marshmallow Pops

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Are you looking for something fun to do with the kids? These Fish Marshmallow Pops are going to do the trick! As a mom of multiple little boys, I can say that we’re always looking for something fun and simple to do and these marshmallow candy pops on sticks are the solution to beloved cake pops.

Fish Marshmallow Pops

Not only is this recipe and craft fun to make, it’s also delicious to eat. My boys love picking up the little candy pieces and putting them into their mouths. I can’t blame them, I often do the same thing when I’m cooking. Tasting is part of making the recipe!

With many children, it’s important to find something we can all do together. Time in our home is precious! I don’t want to spend hours putting a craft together. Do you? Plus, it’s hard to keep the attention span of five children. I love that my older girls can help with this and the younger boys enjoy it too.

I feel as though this craft is great to do after you watch a good Disney movie too! Who would agree with me? “Under the Sea” refers to the movie the Little Mermaid. This movie has ALWAYS been one of my favorite movies! If you’re a Disney fan, I’m sure you’ll also love these Disney inspired Under the Sea Marshmallow Pops!

Taste wise, they are so delicious. Like, you think you’ll be able to only eat one, but you’ll eat many more. If you’re looking for something easy to make with your kiddos, make these! They’re easy, fun, and so delicious!

Fish Marshmallow Pops Ingredients

Just a few pantry ingredients needed to make marshmallow pops.

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Under the Sea Fish Marshmallow Pops

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

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Ingredients

Large Marshmallows
Light Blue Candy Melts
Candy Fish (we purchased these)
Rainbow Nerds
Sucker Sticks

Instructions

1. Carefully place sucker sticks into each marshmallow.
2. Melt the candy melts according to package directions. Place in a tall jar so it’ll be easier to dip.
3. Dip a marshmallow into the chocolate and tap off excess, roll the top into the nerds and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Let dry for a few minutes before you place the fish on or they will just slide off. Place 1 to 3 fish on each marshmallow.
4. Let dry and enjoy this fun treat!

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How to Make Marshmallow Pops

A few simple marshmallow directions…

First, carefully place sucker sticks into each marshmallow.

Melt the candy melts according to package directions. Place in a tall jar so it’ll be easier to dip.

Dip a marshmallow into the chocolate and tap off excess, roll the top into the nerds and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Let dry for a few minutes before you place the fish on or they will just slide off. Place 1 to 3 fish on each marshmallow.

Let dry and enjoy this fun treat!

How Long to Marshmallow Pops Last?

Well first, these will be eaten fast. So it’s a silly question. The shelf life of marshmallow pops depends on the best before date and how they are stored.

First, you can see how long it will take for your marshmallows to expire by reading the bag. Since you moistened them and dipped them in chocolate, the shelf life will go down a lot. I suggest storing in an air tight container and eating within the week (if they last that long before sticky fingers get to them.)

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final Under the Sea Fish Marshmallow Pops recipe. Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

Life’s a beach! Take a look at these Beach Inspired Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

We also love these Mermaid Inspired Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Easy Asian Recipes Your Family Will Love

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Easy Asian Recipes that your family will love! 15-Minute Asian dinners, 30-minute solutions and even Crock Pot Asian Recipes for fill your entire household!

Easy Asian Recipes

These easy Asian recipes your family will love are busy weeknight approved! They’re perfect for families on the go, especially if you’re prone to drive-thru meals in an effort to save time.

Most of these recipes can be made in 30 minutes or less, with several ready in under 15 minutes. That’s a quick meal made with ingredients you choose yourself in less than the time it takes to place a carry out order and go pick it up.

You’ll find your favorites Asian recipes for dinner here like Pad Thai, Thai Chicken, and Sesame Noodles, as well as some more modern takes on Asian dishes like an Egg Roll in a Bowl or Asian Surf and Turf. And these recipes aren’t made with hard-to-find ingredients. You’ll be able to find most of these ingredients in the grocery store you regularly shop in. And if the time-saving factor doesn’t convince you to try these recipes, the money you’ll save over getting take out definitely should.

So scan this list, and pick out a few new recipes to try this week. You’ll be glad you did!

Tip: Not included in the round-up, one fried rice recipe I create weekly is cauliflower rice (from Trader Joes’s), Liquid Aminos (as a replacement to Soy Sauce) and scrambled eggs (chopped finely.) Add whichever meat you would like! I make it in this frugal-friendly wok I use on a regular basis!

15-Minute Quick Asian Recipes

Thai Peanut Noodles with a homemade dipping sauce, a Thai Peanut Sauce made from peanut butter. This noddle bowl recipe can be made in only 15 minutes, so anytime you need a delicious meal super quick, this should be a go-to. It’s vegan, too, so it’s a great choice for Meatless Mondays. | Drive Me Hungry

We have more noddle bowls. This 15-minute Lo Mein is going to become your new favorite Asian noodle stir fry with a sauce blend of soy sauce, sesame oil and surprise – a touch of sugar (which can be left out). It’s a mostly-healthy dish that can be made by cleaning out the protein and veggies you have in the fridge. | Pinch of Yum

Want a secret copycat restaurant recipes that you can make at home? This easy and quick Korean Fried Cauliflower gives you a kick. | The Cheesecake Factory.

If you’re watching your carbs (and even if you aren’t), this Egg Roll in a Bowl is a great weeknight meal. It only takes 10-15 minutes to make, and it has all the flavors of a tasty egg roll without the carbs. | Stylish Cravings

Are saucy noodles are your jam? You’ll go crazy for these Sesame Noodles with Maple Ginger Sauce. Ready in 16 minutes, it’s better than take-out, and the salty/sweet sauce is addictive! | Jessica in the Kitchen

30-Minute Asian Recipes

Noodles, chicken, and loads of veggies are on the menu with the easiest stir fry sauce ever. This quick Asian Chicken Recipe, Ramen Noodle Stir Fry is ready in 30 minutes, start to finish. It’s fast, simple, and so good. Just add toasted sesame seeds! | Damn Delicious

Honey Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli is a super easy dinner that’s ready in about 20 minutes. It’s full of flavor and uses common ingredients, and that’s always a win for busy moms. It gets better… it’s also a one-pan meal, making clean-up a snap. You can’t find a more perfect weeknight dinner than that. | Homemade Hooplah

You’ll want to add this Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken to your menu rotation, stat. The chicken thighs are pan seared until crispy and then baked in a sticky brown sugar garlic sauce. The chicken comes out savory-sweet, tender, and oh-so-tasty. Serve with Minute Rice and steamed broccoli to round out this dinner. | The Anthony Kitchen

Looking for an easy Fried Rice street food recipe? This is a fried rice with egg recipe is one that I frequent. Customize with your favorite ingredients. | Gimme Some Oven

This Asian Noodle Salad is a fun twist on a spaghetti salad. With noodles, crisp veggies, and juicy mandarin oranges, you’ll love the fresh, crunchy combination. It’s easy to prep and makes a refreshing lunch, especially in the summer. | Spend with Pennies

A Sweet and Spicy Chicken Asian Sheet Pan Dinner is just what you need for a complete meal in under 30 minutes. It’s a little sweet with a big kick of heat, but you can adjust the spiciness for your family. | Wanderlust & Wellness (See our Sheet Pan Suppers too!)

Asian recipes with chicken are always a winner. Make an easy Japanese Chicken Stir Fry customized with your favorite vegetables. Here, it’s made with broccoli, bok choy, and peppers for a meal that’s on your table in 20 minutes. | Flavour & Savour

Meat lovers rejoice! This Asian Surf and Turf is just the dish for you. It includes pan-seared beef slices and shrimp that are coated with a thick and sticky stir fry sauce. The sauce packs a ton of flavor, so you’ll want to pair it with a plain side dish like cauliflower rice, white rice, or noodles to balance out the flavors. | Savory Tooth

For a healthier version of homemade PF Chang’s lettuce wraps, make these Asian Garlic Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps instead. They make a great appetizer or main dish, and they’re ready in just 25 minutes. | Swanky Recipes

You can’t get more kid-friendly than a quick and easy Chicken and Green Bean Stir Fry. It’s ready in about 25 minutes so you can feed your hungry family fast. | Chisel and Fork

Let’s not forget Asian recipes with shrimp! The 3-ingredient sauce is what totally makes this Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Roll in a Bowl. You’ll want to make extra sauce to use in your other dishes, too. It’s just that good! | Mighty Mrs.

Deliciously flavorful, this Pad Thai is full of tender pieces of chicken and loads of fresh vegetables all covered in a yummy sauce and finished off with crunchy peanuts. It’s an adapted version that uses ingredients commonly found in U.S. grocery stores, but it still tastes authentic. | Cooking Classy

The whole family will ask for these Sticky Asian Glazed Meatballs again and again. Serve these yummy glazed meatballs over steamed white rice with a side of broccoli. In just 35 minutes, you’ll be savoring every delicious bite. | Love Bakes Good Cakes

Crock Pot Asian Recipes

Looking for a Crock Pot Asian beef recipe? My friend, Carrie, knows how to feed a crowd! Kids and grownups love this Crock Pot Sesame Beef recipe. The meat is tender and full of flavor, and the brown sugar, garlic, and soy sauce is plate-licking good. Every last bite is so tasty! Even better, making it in the slow cooker means you can set it and forget it. | Eating on a Dime

Slow Cooker Korean Beef Short Ribs are cooked in a flavorful marinade that’s sweet and savory and perfect for drizzling over white rice. The ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender. | House of Nash Eats

Slow Cooker Sriracha Chili Chicken is a great meal to come home to. With only 10 minutes of prep, it’s easy to put together before you leave, and dinner will be ready when you come home. Chicken can easily be swapped out for tofu or another protein of choice. | Life Made Sweeter

Pin this list of family-friendly Asian recipes to come back to any time you need a quick and easy meal.

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Keto Candy Pralines Recipe

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July 25, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media 2 Comments

Cravings Sweets? Enjoy these keto candy ideas plus the indulge in the delicious taste of homemade pralines wih this softest sugar-free Keto Caramel Pecans Candy recipe

Keto Candy

Keto Friendly Candy

Does using the word diet make anyone else crave something they can’t have. The trick to “dieting” is finding something that fits your desires but stays within your parameter. On a healthy ketogenic diet, there area few rules.

Keto Rules:

75% fat, 20% protein and 5% or less than 50 grams of carbs per day.
Focus on high-fat, low-carb foods
Restrict highly processed items and unhealthy fats.

The trick is to turn your fats into fuel while eating the food you love – like candy!

Can you have any sweets on Keto?

If you love sugar, the thought of keto might bring fear. It’s okay! You can have sugar substitutes on Keto and enjoy some of your favorite foods like brownies, cookies, ice cream, and candy and never tell they are sugar free desserts. One popular Keto sweeteners alternative is Swerve Sweeteners. They are excellent for baking with a Keto approved diet.

Side Note: You can even have Keto Chips and Snacks! Make or buy your own Keto snack recipes.

Can you eat sugar free candy on Keto?

Yes! Does that give anyone piece of mind? Enjoy some of your favorite sweet with adapted ingredients. You can of course, make your own Keto-approved Candy or purchase Keto candy in a store.

Where to Buy Keto Candy From A Store

We found a list of Keto Friendly Candy you can buy online. Make sure it is sugar free and low carb.

See more store bought Keto Sugar Free Candy Ideas.

Want to make your own? Take a look at our very own adapted Easy Keto Candy Recipe – Keto Caramel Pecans.

How to Make Keto Caramel Pecans Candy

A long time ago when sugar and heavy cream were cool, we made these Easy Micrwoave Pralines. The traditional ingredients in pralines are butter, sugar, brown sugar, cream and pecans. We of course wanted the similar taste of this homemade candy, only something that was friendly to a Keto Diet. Hence an adapted Keto Praline Recipe.

Keto Candy Recipe

Only three ingredients make this Keto Praline Candy Recipe and you can repeat the process as many times as you would like!

Ingredients

1 ½ cups pecan halves
¼ cup butter
3/4 cup Swerve brown sugar (you can get Swerve Sweeteners here)
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (we have used this Vanilla Extract forever)

Directions

First, in a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

Add the Swerve brown sugar and stir until combined.

Next, add vanilla extract and combine.

You can cook it for up to 7 minutes but I did this recipe at about 2 minutes as I wanted a thicker coating.

Remove from heat and add in pecans. Make sure to coat well.

Finally, put your coated pecans on a sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the fridge for 2 hours to cool completely.

Once cooled, break apart and enjoy!

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Keto Candy

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Cravings Sweets? Enjoy these keto candy ideas plus the delicious taste of homemade pralines, the softest sugar-free Keto Caramel Pecans Candy recipe

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups pecan halves
¼ cup butter
3/4 cup Swerve brown sugar (you can get Swerve Sweeteners here)
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (we have used this Vanilla Extract forever)

Instructions

First, in a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

Add the Swerve brown sugar and stir until combined.

Next, add vanilla extract and combine.

You can cook it for up to 7 minutes but I did this recipe at about 2 minutes as I wanted a thicker coating.

Remove from heat and add in pecans. Make sure to coat well.

Finally, put your coated pecans on a sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the fridge for 2 hours to cool completely.

Once cooled, break apart and enjoy!

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I have often heard “what can I eat on a Keto diet?” We have answers and a convenient Keto Diet Reference Guide. Make sure you download this Keto Diet Cheat Sheet. This Keto cheat sheet PDF printable gives you a list of everything you can eat unlimited or in moderation including sweets, drinks, snacks, nuts, fats, oils, meats, fruits, veggies, fruits, condiments and so much more!

Save this Keto Cheat Sheet PDF and add it to your refrigerator for a reference guide or even to a keto recipe binder.

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Keto Recipes

Are you on a Ketogenic diet? We have plenty of other Keto-friendly diet Recipes.

Of course something sweet needs to go with something salty. Make these Easy Keto Chips. In this homemade chips recipe, we also share a variety of Keto Snacks and Where to Buy. Pin to Pinterest.

And for a tasty after dinner snack, take a look at these three ingredients Keto Peanut Butter Cookies. Pin to Pinterest.

Bake and Take Recipes | Meal Trains and Meal Exchanges

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June 7, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Hacks, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Recipe, Social Media Leave a Comment

Tired of preparing dinner each night? Bake and take recipes might be your busy mom solution! Details on how to get a weeks worth of throw in the oven meals for your family. What is a meal train, dinner ideas for neighbors, and hosting a girls night out party with a meal exchange ideas.

Bake and Take Recipes

Bake and take can mean one of many things. It can be an opportunity where people get together for a meal exchange. A bake can take can be an easy recipe for a new baby meal train. It can be a meal recipe you for bringing dinner to neighbors who have medical issue or are experiencing tough times.

Whatever the reason, we have the best bake and take recipes for parties, meal trains, neighbors and friends.

Bake and Take Party

Fist let’s address a Bake and Take Party. This is most appropriate when you are not in quarantine. Similar to a cookie exchange, only a meal exchange. Invite 5 to 7 people (too many people can be quite challenging.)

For a meal exchange party, each person brings the same dish x number of times. For example, for five people, each person brings the same meal in five different disposable foil pans. Exchange meals among friends and at the end of the night, go home with five different dinners for your family. This meal exchange can be done by prepping or baking the dish ahead.

Another option for a take and bake party is you bring your ingredients. Together, friends can sip wine and prep five dishes. Each person goes home with a meal prepared that they can make later that week for their family.

Bonus if your final bake and take meals can be frozen for easy prep on a busy night. For for a take and bake recipe exchange party, you will need Freezer Bags and/or Aluminum Disposable Pans.

What is a Meal Train

I meal train is an effective way to organize meal giving to a person or family for births, surgeries, illnesses and during tough times. A friend group or family community comes together to coordinating dropping off a home-made meal for a family who could use help.

If cooking is not an option, alternatively, you could coordinating restaurant delivery (like pizza or a local restaurant) or send a restaurant gift card for the person/family to use at their own time and need.

Mealtrain.com is a great resource for creating a group meal sign up, organizing meal giving, and scheduling meals to a calendar.

Bringing Dinner to Neighbors

If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s the importance of those in close proximity like immediate family and neighbors. Bake and take recipes are great for neighbors. You can rotate the responsibility of meals, each person assigned a different night of the week. You can also, bless an elderly, sickly or a neighbor in trouble with the gift of a home cooked meal.

Consider hosting a bake and take party for the neighborhood or create a meal train for a neighbor who could a little extra help.

Social Distance Meals

Let’s take bake and take a step further. During quarantine and times of distancing, social distance meals are an option. Again, choose 5 to 7 people and each person is assigned a day.

The social distancing parties can work one of two ways. Let’s use our party of five people again.

Option 1

Each person is assigned a day. On your assigned day, that person prepares (and bakes) five of the same dinners. They drive to five separate houses leaving the dinner on the step or front porch. This gives each party goer five nights of meals, only preparing dinner one night.

Option 2

Similar to a meal train, each person signs up for one day to bless a friend/neighbor in need with a meal. That person is assigned the job of putting a meal on the porch for the calendar date they have scheduled.

Bake and Take Recipe Ideas

For bake and take recipes, it is very important to know allergy and diet restrictions. We looked for easy recipes, casserole dishes, or throw in the oven meals that were free from many common allergies. Before hosting a bake and take party or meal train, get each persons dietary restrictions and any foods for which they may have an allergy.

This easy Green Bean Tater Tot Casserole is a dump recipe you can quickly prepare and bring to a neighbor or friend. | Neighbor Food Blog

Everything bakes together in one dish with this Chicken Parmesan Casserole Recipe. | Happy Go Lucky Blog

Want a good-for-you dinner option for your neighbors? This Creamy Chicken Quinoa and Broccoli Casserole is quick and easy, a comfort dish that is like a big gentle hug. | Pinch of Yum

This savory Slow Cooker Beef on Rice with has a flavorful gravy. Serve it over a warm bed of rice. If you are exchanging with a large group of people at once, bring Uncle Ben’s 90 second rice. So easy and quick. | Le Creme de la Crumb

This nutritious minestrone soup is protein packed with red kidney beans and great northern beans. Exchange with frozen dinner rolls. | Little Spice Jar

With just 5 ingredients and about 5 minutes of prep, this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is an easy dinner that cooks in one dish! Cook ahead and reheat. Consider serving with a mixed salad bag. | The Seasoned Mom

Another easy prep. Try a dump and bake easy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Casserole. | Lil Luna

This kid-friendly comfort food casserole is great for exchanges. Shepherd’s Pie is a traditional Irish dish made with a saucy ground beef, peas, and carrots and topped with a mashed potato crust. Easy and tasty. | Savory Nothings

A family favorite casserole for us. This creamy tuna noodle casserole is loved by all ages – kids and adults. Goes perfect with a steam fresh veggie. | Mom Dot

Crock Pot Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is a quick and healthy crock pot recipe that’s perfect for busy nights. Add all the ingredients in the crock pot then push on! Serve with frozen dinner rolls. | Iowa Girl Eats

This super simple chicken pot pie recipe is made with buttermilk biscuits! | I Heart Recipes

Looking for more ideas? Take a look at our printable meal plans including meatless dinners, chicken dinners, pasta dinners, Mexican dinners, Italian dinners and even salad dinner ideas.

Freezer meals are so friendly when it comes to meal exchanges. Take a look at these make-ahead Freezer Crockpot and Dump Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Enjoy these Busy Mom Hacks and Tips including an mom tip for making multiple meals in one night! Pin to Pinterest.