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Cooking with CESI: Quick Chicken Tortilla Bake
When the nights are cold and the days are busy, there’s nothing better than a hot and hearty casserole you can throw together in a hurry. Not only is this recipe, courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens quick and easy, but it’s economical to boot. We estimate the cost to prepare this dish that serves 8 […]
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Cooking with CESI: Thanksgiving Turkey Casserole
Leftovers are one of the most economical ways to create a meal for your family. And Thanksgiving leftovers, in my humble opinion, are the very best type of leftovers. If you have extras in your fridge from your Thanksgiving meal, this delicious casserole will be a treat that is easy on the budget and simple […]
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Cooking with CESI: Slow Cooker Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Looking for a hearty and delicious side item recipe to serve for your Holiday meal? This slow cooker mashed potato recipe from Taste of Home hits all the right requirements! You can make it ahead and heat it for serving, freeing up precious room in your oven, and potatoes are an economical item to feed to […]
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Cooking with CESI: Brined Thanksgiving Turkey
Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away – it’s time to start planning your menu! Our recipe this week, courtesy of Food Network is a holiday staple for many families, with a little twist. Bay and Lemon Brined Turkey will be a wonderful addition to your holiday table! The beauty of a roasted turkey is […]
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Cooking With CESI: Quick and Easy Chicken Noodle Soup
When the weather turns cold, nothing is more comforting than a bowl of hot soup. If someone in the house isn’t feeling well, nothing is better than a bowl of hot chicken soup. Soup is the ultimate comfort food, and as an added bonus, it is one of the most economical meals you can make. […]
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Cooking with CESI: Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
Breakfast for dinner is a favorite at my house, and it seems, at many people’s homes. If you want to mix things up a bit and serve something beyond eggs and bacon or pancakes and sausage, why not try a hearty breakfast casserole? You can serve this any time of the day and are likely […]
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Cooking with CESI: Super Potatoes
If you have a busy household and still want to put a hearty meal on the table that everyone will love, look no further than these yummy “super potatoes”. At my house, this is a favorite meal that can be thrown together effortlessly, and my 4 kids always cheer when it is on the menu. […]
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Cooking with CESI: Pumpkin Spice Latte
It’s that time of year again: pumpkin EVERYTHING! And it just wouldn’t be complete without pumpkin spice lattes. I love them but they’re on the pricey side. For a Tall at Starbucks, you’ll pay anywhere between $4.25 and $4.75. As sweet as they come, the price tag can leave something to be desired. With this […]
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Cooking With CESI: Taco Lasagna
If we’re being honest, most of us have a long-term love affair with all things comfort food. Casseroles and tacos fit neatly in that niche for most of us, so why not combine the two together with Taco Lasagna? Our recipe this week comes courtesy of The Girl Who Ate Everything, and it’s a winner. […]
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Cooking with CESI: Autumn Roast Pork
September means it’s nearly time for cooler Autumn weather, and with that cooler weather comes a wide array of comfort food to fill our bellies. Nothing spells comfort and inspires a vision of cool crisp days quite like a simple but delicious pot roast. The beauty of a roast is that they can be prepared […]