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How to Cook Split Bone-In Chicken Breasts

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Looking for budget-friendly protein? They’re less expensive than boneless, skinless chicken breasts and won’t dry out while cooking. And, they are a great way to get white meat that stays moist while cooking. The bones and skin protect the breast while cooking, thus holding in the juices. Details below.

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Ham & Pepper Skillet Frittata – a budget-friendly meal

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You can easily replace the ham and peppers that I used with other meat and veggies that you have on hand, such as cooked sausage or bacon, asparagus or slightly steamed broccoli. How I made the frittata budget-friendly: I bought a ham before Easter when the price dropped to $1.49 Add cheese, ham, pepper, salt and stir to combine.

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20 Frugal & Tasty Rice and Beans Recipes

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Rice and beans are two inexpensive ingredients that people equate with frugal cooking and boring recipes. Instead they are a tasty way to keep your grocery budget in line while adding protein and fiber into your diet. Layer the following: Your favorite cooked rice. 20 Rice and Beans Recipes: 1. 20 Rice and Beans Recipes: 1.

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Best Way To Meal Prep Chicken For Quick Meals

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Instead of planning exact meals, chop your veggies and cook your favorite proteins and grains. Cooking them in the oven allows you to cook several pounds at once. They’re more budget-friendly than chicken breast. Prepare your baking sheet by lightly spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.

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Holiday Planning Helpers

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Printables include a menu planner, budget worksheet, calendar, and much more. You’re going to love chapters about… How much should you budget for your holiday meal. The perfect plan to have everything cooked using only one oven. And that won’t drain your budget either. Holiday Entertaining Guide.

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Holiday Entertaining Guide: $0.99 – Today Only!

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You’re going to love chapters about… How much should you budget for your holiday meal. The perfect plan to have everything cooked using only one oven. Plus there are 30 simple recipes , from side dish to main dish, dessert to appetizer, that will not disappoint your guests. The onions can.

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Easy Tuna Pasta Salad | High Protein Recipe

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He was a great cook, and his tuna pasta salad was something I always looked forward to. Most people think of a pasta salad as a side dish, but this qualifies as a complete meal for me. Cook the pasta according to the package directions (see tip below). While the pasta cooks, you can move on to the other things.

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