Overnight Oats Recipe

[ad_1] Why It Works Soaking the oats overnight allows the grains to fully hydrate, resulting in a thick, creamy cold porridge that requires no cooking. A tablespoon of chia seeds creates a thicker, creamier consistency that mimics the texture of cooked oatmeal. The optional addition of vanilla paste lends a sweet, floral flavor. I love […]

Rhubarb Cake – Spend With Pennies

[ad_1] This rhubarb cake is truly one of our favorites. It’s incredibly easy to make with a handful of ingredients that you likely have on hand. It comes out moist and full of tart rhubarb flavor. It’s rhubarb season and this fruit (yes, it’s a fruit!) is making appearances in everything from pies to muffins! […]

Smash Falafel Pitas Recipe

[ad_1] Why It Works Steaming dry pitas in the microwave makes them more pliable so the sandwich doesn’t crack when folded. Cooking the pita falafel-side down keeps it crispy, while leaving the pita side uncooked makes it easy to fold in half.  Incorporating fillings like veggies and pickles adds brightness and crunch, while tahini sauce […]

Chocolate Zucchini Bread – Spend With Pennies

[ad_1] This is a deliciously decadent quick bread. This Chocolate Zucchini Bread recipe is packed with rich chocolatey flavor with lots of goodness from zucchini and applesauce. It’s great for breakfast or a quick and tasty snack. This double chocolate zucchini bread is so rich and moist; everyone loves it! It’s easy to make with […]

10-Minute Chana Masala Recipe

[ad_1] Why It Works The thickening power of tomato paste holds the sauce together without lengthy simmering and reducing. Adding some of the spices to the oil to develop their flavor and other spices to the sauce gets the most out of each spice, depending on its kind. A rapid chickpea-softening step ensures perfectly tender […]

Baked Spaghetti Casserole- Spend With Pennies

[ad_1] Baked Spaghetti is a favorite casserole around here!  Spaghetti is mixed with a quick zesty meat sauce, topped with cheese and baked in the oven until hot and bubbly for a family favorite meal. It’s cozy, comforting, and absolutely delicious. Tried and true – the reviews speak for themselves. Baked spaghetti is easy to make, […]

Grilled Corn on the Cob Recipe

[ad_1] It wouldn’t be summer without grilled corn on the cob! Learn how to cook it 2 ways—in and out of the husk—so that it’s sweet, juicy, and nicely charred. Grilled corn on the cob is one of the highlights of summer. It’s sweet and juicy, with a satisfying crunch and smoky char from the […]

Iowa Loose Meat Sandwich Recipe

[ad_1] Why It Works Grating the onion, rather than dicing it, helps the onion break down quickly to ensure it softens at the same rate the ground beef cooks through. Soaking the ground beef in a baking soda solution before cooking tenderizes it and helps it retain moisture. Adding a cornstarch slurry as the meat […]

Spicy Passion Fruit Mocktail (AKA “Mockarita”)

[ad_1] Step aside margaritas, the mockarita has ARRIVED! This passion fruit mocktail has all the tart, sweet, refreshing goodness of a traditional margarita thanks to passion fruit, lime, and agave. And, spicy charred jalapeños add booze-like complexity and heat without the alcohol. Yep, it’s seriously good!  AND…it gets better! Just 4 ingredients and 25 minutes […]

Easy Taco Salad – Spend With Pennies

[ad_1] I can’t even count how many times I’ve made this taco salad recipe. It’s a go-to anytime I need a quick meal. Quick and easy, this taco salad has seasoned ground beef and cheese atop crisp lettuce and our favorite taco toppings. Taco Salad Ingredients The beauty of this Tex-Mex-inspired salad is that you […]