Stewed tomatoes are a great way to use up summer’s tomato bounty. Fresh from the garden or farmer’s market, ripe tomatoes are simmered with celery, onions, green peppers, and a handful of aromatic herbs. This recipe makes a thick and savory sauce with fresh tomatoes. It can be used to replace canned stewed tomatoes. You’ll [...]read moreStewed Tomatoes – Spend With Pennies
This Skillet Orange Chicken Recipe is so easy to make — it comes together in 30 minutes or less! Serve it with rice and steamed vegetables or salad and you have an easy weeknight meal. This recipe for Orange Chicken has a crispy exterior and a sweet, sticky, tangy sauce that comes together all in [...]read moreSkillet Orange Chicken Recipe {30 Min Meal!}
This homemade spaghetti sauce recipe is easy to make and perfect over almost any pasta. Ground beef, Italian sausage, and seasonings are simmered in a zesty tomato sauce and served over pasta for a flavorful and satisfying meal. I use ground beef and Italian sausage for a hearty meaty spaghetti sauce (but you can use [...]read moreHomemade Spaghetti Sauce – Spend With Pennies
This Honey Mustard Salmon is a life saver for busy weeknights! Incredibly simple to make, it’s quite amazing how so few ingredients can transform into something so tasty. These kind of recipes are great to have in your back pocket for busy weeknights, like Blackened Tilapia and Weeknight Chicken Parmesan! One of my favourite little tips [...]read moreHoney Mustard Salmon – Spend With Pennies
Creamy, delicious, and incredibly easy! Spaghetti carbonara combines crispy pancetta, parmesan cheese, and a creamy sauce made from simple ingredients you likely have on hand. The sauce is so rich and creamy and this pasta has lots of flavor. Carbonara is made with pancetta or bacon—and you likely have the rest of the ingredients on [...]read moreSpaghetti Carbonara – Spend With Pennies
This homemade beef and broccoli recipe tastes just like Chinese takeout! Thin slices of marinated beef and broccoli florets are simmered in a sweet and spicy hoisin sauce. It has all the flavor of your favorite takeout recipe at a fraction of the cost. The sauce is easy and flavorful without too much sugar. It’s [...]read moreBeef and Broccoli Recipe – Spend With Pennies
This oven roasted zucchini recipe brings out the natural sweetness and tenderness of the zucchini. Light and lemony-seasoned strips of zucchini strips are oven roasted until they’re tender with crispy edges. Perfect for healthy snacking. Adding garlic and thyme makes it savory with a hint of lemon. Cooking at the right temperature makes them perfectly [...]read moreEasy Roasted Zucchini – Spend With Pennies
Homemade marinara sauce is perfect for pasta, pizza, or dipping. This easy sauce is made with canned tomatoes and a handful of seasonings simmered until thick and flavorful. Marinara sauce is a simple tomato sauce, perfect for pasta or preparing lasagna. Don’t let the simplicity fool you; it’s delicious. This sauce is easy to make, [...]read moreEasy Marinara Sauce – Spend With Pennies
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, and [...]read moreBaked Spaghetti Casserole- Spend With Pennies
Chicken Cacciatore is rustic dish that turns simple ingredients into a fabulous meal. In this easy one pan recipe, chicken is cooked in a savory tomato sauce with peppers, onions, and mushrooms. Perfect over pasta or with a loaf of bread. The method and ingredients are simple but the flavor is rich and delicious. Braising [...]read moreChicken Cacciatore – Spend With Pennies