Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 28, 2012

This week’s meal features Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix - you can use this with salad, veggies or even as a sauce or marinade! Amanda gives you a shopping list as well as step-by-step instructions complete with pictures to help you create this delicious meal. © 2010 Nicoles Nickels LLC All Rights Reserved.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 4, 2012

This week’s is not really a meal but a great meal starter – homemade italian dressing mix ! Amanda gives you a shopping list as well as step-by-step instructions complete with pictures to help you create this delicious meal. This week Amanda brings you another great budget meal based on the grocery store sales.

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MAY 19, 2015

If love McDonald’s Big Mac Copycat, you’re going to love my copycat version! Directions: Mix special sauce ingredients until well blended in a microwave safe container. Mix well again. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before using. Cut browned side of extra bun half away, leaving piece to use as middle.

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

They’re a fantastic source of protein and nutrients that can be enjoyed any time of the day. It’s an excellent use for leftover rice and a great opportunity to use up leftovers. Rice – This is an excellent use for leftover rice, but any rice will work. The garnishes are optional but highly recommended!

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Nicoles Nickels

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

They only require ingredients that I always have on hand and there is a light streusel topping as well. If you don’t have the ingredients or they’re not on sale near you, you could easily print and save the recipes for later use! Wish I had some right now!

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JULY 2, 2023

With the exception of a good old-fashioned tomato sandwich, this Tangy Tomato Dressing is my new favorite way to use them! When you make your own, you’re in control of what goes in it and can add as much or as little of each ingredient as you like. Drizzle over greens, grilled protein, or use in pasta salads. Seasonings.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

There are tons of options, and it’s a great way to use up herbs that are getting ready to spoil. For this recipe, I used rosemary, sage, basil, and tarragon, but here are a few more ideas. Use as much as you want, but don’t go crazy all at once. Salt: We are using unsalted butter to control the salt.

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MARCH 23, 2015

And they’re really not hard to make. Let’s talk bread crumbs: I use Panko. You can use regular store-bought or homemade bread crumbs, but I’ve had more success with Panko and $1 is pretty cheap. Once the oil in the skillet is hot, place the chicken in the pan--tongs work well for this.

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JANUARY 31, 2019

When it comes to making homemade potstickers, I’ll pass. They’re easy to make, affordable, and come in several different varieties. They’re great both ways, and there are directions for both right on the package! You can use the sauce that comes with them or whip up a batch of my creamy soy-ginger sauce.

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Nicoles Nickels

AUGUST 23, 2013

Well thanks to Amanda at A Few Shortcuts , never again! If you don’t have the ingredients or they’re not on sale near you, you could easily print and save the recipes for later use! This has happened to me more than once). With 2 simple ingredients Amanda will teach you How to Make Brown Sugar.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Meal bowls are also a great way to use leftovers and random ingredients with endless variations. To reduce food waste, we prepared these mostly with ingredients that needed to be used. Since we’re mainly using ingredients we already have, these require minimal cooking, making them quick and easy! Tons of texture.

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Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 29, 2013

It’s portable, you can fill it with whatever you like and when you are done, well there is nothing to dispose. Lettuce wraps can be used in many scenarios, but Asian dishes have to be the original and the best. Because of the teriyaki sauce, there is just enough sophistication for adult palates as well.

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DECEMBER 8, 2012

I find that even though my son’s birthday is so close to the holidays, it actually works out quite well, financially. If you’re planning a Star Wars party for your child, hopefully this post will give you some money-saving ideas! I also printed the food cards with clever food names (Galactic Grapes, Warrior Water, etc.).

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Saving With Shellie

APRIL 1, 2014

If you’re looking for a great after school treat or dessert to take to a potluck this is the recipe for you! Plus, check out my post for how to make your own Homemade Peanut Butter to use in this recipe. On medium speed, add in peanut butter, vanilla extract, and eggs and beat until well combined.

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APRIL 1, 2014

If you’re looking for a great after school treat or dessert to take to a potluck this is the recipe for you! Plus, check out my post for how to make your own Homemade Peanut Butter to use in this recipe. On medium speed, add in peanut butter, vanilla extract, and eggs and beat until well combined.

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OCTOBER 10, 2017

They’re packed with wholesome and nutritious ingredients to fuel your body, give you energy, and keep you satisfied! It’s what I use in my pumpkin spice crunchy granola bars, which are 100% yummy and taste like Fall. They’re easy, healthy, and you can pack a lot of nutrition into one little bar.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 12, 2011

Bingo, you’re done and on your way, confident you’ve done what you can to fight those disgusting germs. Fortunately, you don’t have to be concerned about hurting a door handle’s feelings if you use a hanky or tissue to turn it. They’re everywhere! Send this page to Print Friendly.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 13, 2012

Since I already had some sandrete (a kind of cement I use to fill the lines in my brick sidewalk), I decided to wait on getting a kit and do a bit more research. Something to use to write messages on the wet cement. I used the sandrete I already had. Pretty things to embed in the wet cement. I was filling a 7” by 7.5”

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 25, 2011

The gloves I received are an adorable bright gingham pattern with a cute bow – so much fun to have something pretty on your hands while you’re cleaning. I of course went for my beloved philosophy skincare – so expensive but when I can use a giftcard or get a deal I’m all over it. Hoosier Homemade.

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MAY 27, 2024

This dish came together because I was trying to find a way to use up the rest of my kale, and I loved the texture it added. I adore those two flavors together, and they work so well here. Of course, depending on the brand of ingredients you use, that may be more or less for you. Use any sausage you like. Grape tomatoes.

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Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

It is the careful use of goods and resources. Each of us possesses the ability to exercise it. as well as a multitude of talented others! Note: Please feel free to enlarge and print out this form for your personal use if you'd like. ~~~ While Christmas was on my mind I decided to "work ahead of need".

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APRIL 12, 2024

You can do several pounds at once and use them all week long! Once those ingredients are prepped, they’re ready to be turned into quick meals throughout the week, saving time and stress in the kitchen. Chicken Thighs Are Superior They’re quick, easy to prepare, and versatile. I use this brand.

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