Mommies with Cents

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Mmm Monday: Macaroni Grill Review & Giveaway

Surprise!  This week's "recipe" is actually a review of Romano's Macaroni Grill Restaurant Creations Dinner Kit with a chance to win a "What's for Dinner" gift basket (includes a sample of the Creamy Basil Parmesan Chicken Pasta variety, three coupons for you to try the other varieties the next time you visit your local grocer, a colander, serving spoon and cheese grater!)I'm all for making an … [Read more...]

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Mmm Monday: Hawaiian Haystacks

My nephew's first birthday party was on Saturday.  He did an awesome job on his cake.  I wish I had the pictures to prove it.  Instead I will share one from my son's first birthday which was almost a year ago.  He hated his cake.Look how clean he is!  That tiny bit of frosting on his face is only there because I tried to make him take a bite which just made him scream.  I can assure you he will … [Read more...]

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Mmm Monday: Party Potatoes

This is one of our favorite recipes.  It's a great side dish for potlucks or family gatherings.PARTY POTATOES 2 lbs. frozen hash browns, thawed1/4 c. butter1/4 c. diced onions (I leave these out as I don't care for onions)1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese16 oz. sour cream1 can cream of chicken soupCRUMBS:2 c. crushed ritz cracker2 tbsp. butter, softenedDIRECTIONS:Mix together hash browns, butter, … [Read more...]

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Mmm Monday: White Chicken Chili

I had this over the weekend.  We ladled it into bread bowls and it was so yummy!Ingredients:1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1 medium onion, chopped1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 cans (15 1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cumin1 … [Read more...]

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Mmm Monday: Taco Soup

Rachel, a friend of mine and occasional contributer wanted to share this recipe she recently discovered.  Here's what she had to say:I was walking through the office a couple of weeks ago when I co-workers lunch caught my eye - it was called Taco Soup, and I immediately begged for the recipe. It's easy, fast, inexpensive, and healthy - plus, it's delicious. My daughter was asking to "taste it … [Read more...]

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Mmm Monday: Chocolate Chip Cooke Dough Cheesecake

Thanks goes to Alpine Klein Bunch for this delicious recipe! Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake - Crust: 1-3/4 C crushed chocolate chip cookies or chocolate wafer crumbs 1/4 C. sugar 1/3 C butter, melted (or use a pre-made chocolate crust) FILLING: 3-8 oz pkg cream cheese softened 1 C sugar 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1 C sour cream 1/2 t. vanilla extract COOKIE DOUGH: 1/4 c butter softened (I … [Read more...]