Escabeche – Mexican Pickled Vegetables

14 Comments February 21, 2019 FrugalHausfrau

Have you had those marvelous pickled veggies in restaurants that are sometimes a garnish on Mexican or food from other Latin American countries? And of course, as I’m saying this, I’m assuming that you’re probably not in Latin America and don’t already make Escabeche, Mexican Pickled Vegetables! Although I do get visitors from all over the place and so far today, according to the WordPress wizards, I’ve had seven visitors from Mexico! Hola!

Escabeche – Mexican Pickled Vegetables

White Chicken Chili Slow Cooker – Instant Pot – Stovetop

15 Comments January 28, 2019 FrugalHausfrau

It’s been pretty bitter in the Twin Cities, but we’re having a little heatwave and are up to 12 degrees. Which would be great if we didn’t get about 7 inches of snow last night and even better if the high tomorrow wasn’t expected to be -5 with a low of -25 and worse on Wednesday. But that’s exactly the time you want soup! And even better a pretty much pantry soup (if your pantry is anything like mine) and not just any soup. You want this little White Chicken Chili Slow Cooker – Instant Pot – Stovetop number coz it’s going to warm you from the inside out!

White Chicken Chili Slow Cooker – Instant Pot – Stovetop

Instant Pot Mexican Chipotle Chicken Soup

6 Comments December 15, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I was chatting with my friend Tonya on facebook book the other day. I asked if she’d made anything great in her Instant Pot and she gave me this recipe, Instant Pot Mexican Chipotle Chicken Soup. This soup saved my life! Thanks Tonya for sharing!

Instant Pot Mexican Chipotle Chicken Soup

Juicy Lucyfer Sliders

23 Comments October 17, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I really have been in fun food mode, especially with Halloween coming up and fall here. See, in the summer most of us Minnesotans are out doing whatever we can to take advantage of the weather, but when fall comes we like to tuck in and party at home. Or at least I do! And especially if I have Juicy Lucyfer Sliders.

Juicy Lucyfer Sliders – this is just so you can see the inside but never ever cut your juicy lucy!

Shishito Peppers with Sriracha Mayo Dipping Sauce

23 Comments October 5, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

Have you tried Shishito Peppers yet? Have you heard of them? I hadn’t until my Step Sister Pam visited a while back and raved about them. I was determined to try them as soon as I was back in the Twin Cities but completely forgot until I saw them at Aldi, of all places. So I brought them home and made Shishito Peppers with Sriracha Mayo Dipping Sauce.

Shishito Peppers with Sriracha Mayo Dipping Sauce

Southwestern Smashed Chickpea Avocado Sandwich

30 Comments October 1, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I’ve made a few versions of smashed chickpea avocado sandwiches. It’s been a try this with the recipe, try that with the recipe, using whatever’s at hand. I haven’t come up with an actual “recipe” that I wanted to share, though, until I hit upon a combination of Southwestern flavors. So here’s my Southwestern Smashed Chickpea Avocado Sandwich.

Southwestern Smashed Chickpea Avocado Sandwich

Arroz Verde Mexican Green Rice

17 Comments September 16, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

While potatoes may be my goto side for so many dishes, there are just some meals that are better with rice. Like almost all Mexican meals! And while I love my Restaurant Style Mexican Rice and Cilantro Lime Rice (Instant Pot or not), I love Arroz Verde Mexican Green Rice even more.

Arroz Verde Mexican Green Rice

Zhoug, Zhug, Skhug – Spicy Herb Sauce

21 Comments September 7, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I made my Zhoug, Zhug, Skhug – Spicy Herb Sauce for the first time last week, and made it again the next day! Because of all the condiments that I served with my Home Style Chicken Shawarma, the Zhoug, Zhug, Skhug – Spicy Herb Sauce was my favorite. I don’t normally post multiple times in one day, but I don’t want you to have to wait days for the sauces that go with that Chicken Shawarma!

Zhoug, Zhug, Skhug – Spicy Herb Sauce

Corn Patch Corn Casserole

30 Comments August 11, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

This is an oldie but a goodie, Corn Patch Corn Casserole. I was thumbing through my recipes when I came across it and I don’t think I’ve made it for over 30 years. I thought I’d resurrect my recipe and try it again. See if my memories about how good this is are correct and all that.

Corn Patch Corn Casserole

Roasted Sweet Corn Salsa

18 Comments July 15, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I have a new favorite “Salsa”, Roasted Sweet Corn Salsa. This salsa is like everything good in the world all combined into one beautiful, corny, creamy, cheesy, spicy dip.

Roasted Sweet Corn Salsa

Yucatan Pork Stew Instant Pot or Not

15 Comments June 7, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

Here’s a new to me soup that you might like, too. Yucatan Pork Stew Instant Pot or Not. You might be familiar with Taco Soup or Sopa de Lima. They’re kind of relatives & share some of the same qualities as this Yucatan Pork Stew Instant Pot or Not.

Yucatan Pork Stew Instant Pot or Not

Rick Bayless Brick Red Mole over Shredded Beef Barbacoa Enchiladas

Rick Bayless Brick Red Mole & Beef Enchiladas

13 Comments May 3, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

Cinco de Mayo is almost upon us, the day that commemorates the victory of the Mexican army over the French near the city of Puebla on 5 May 1862. In the U.S., Cinco de Mayo is a day to celebrate Mexican culture. If you know me, you gotta know that I’m down with that & I hardly need any excuse to whip up some Mexican food. I thought I’d celebrate the day with Rick Bayless Brick Red Mole napped over Shredded Barbacoa Beef Enchiladas.

Rick Bayless Brick Red Mole over Shredded Beef Barbacoa Enchiladas

Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef

21 Comments April 21, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I would say I’m having a secret love affair, except it’s no secret that I’m loving my Instant Pot. And ya’ll probably know that I love Mexcian & Southwestern food. And I’ve been known to stop by Chiptole’s Mexican Grill now & then. So it was just a matter of time, eh? for this Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef.

Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef

Vietnamese Chicken Salad

20 Comments March 9, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I’ve been loving this Vietnamese Chicken Salad with a tangy, slightly spicy vinaigrette. Then there’s the cool, crunchy veggies, the chicken, the crushed peanuts and a good hit of lime. I thought you might like it, too.

Vietnamese Chicken Salad Meal Prep

Black-Eyed Pea & Rice Salad

25 Comments March 4, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

When was the last time you had Black-Eyed Peas? And how about the last time you had Black-Eyed Pea & Rice Salad? If you only think about Black-Eyed Peas on New Years (they’re lucky and I have a recipe for Traditional Black Eyed Peas on my site) or as the strange little bean in Cowboy Caviar, think again.

Black Eyed Pea & Rice Salad

The Best Instant Pot Chili

21 Comments December 24, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Merry Christmas, everyone! Here it is, Christmas Eve Day, and I thought I’d show you one of my favorite Christmas Eve dinners, this time done in the Instant Pot. It’s Chili. The Best Instant Pot Chili, to be exact. I know, it’s strange to some people to have Chili as a Christmas Eve dinner.

The Best Instant Pot Chili

Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup - Pho Ga or Chicken Pho

Shortcut Pho Ga (Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup) or Pho Ga Tay Instant Pot or Stove-top

26 Comments November 16, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so I decided to make a Shortcut Pho Ga, Vietnamese Chicken Soup. And now, I’m sure you’re wondering “What on this side of heaven does Pho Ga have to do with the Great American Turkey Day?” Ahem. Thanksgiving, that is.

Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup – Pho Ga or Chicken Pho, shortcut version

Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread

42 Comments November 2, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

So how do you all like your cornbread? Me, I’m a Northerner, through and through. I like mine light and fluffy and moist and in this instance, with a bit of a bite from jalapeno. It’s not too much heat, but just enough to make you sit up and take notice.

Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread

Grilled Thai Beef Rolls Sweet Chili Sauce

Grilled Thai Beef Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce

35 Comments August 29, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Ok, so do you ever fall in love with a dish at first sight? I did, and these Thai Beef Rolls called to me from the moment I first saw them until I had them on my plate. Heck, there are a couple still in the fridge and they just won’t be quiet! Shush now, I already ate too many of you!!

Grilled Thai Beef Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce

Mexican Meatloaf

47 Comments August 24, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Meatloaf is a huge favorite with my folks. And with just about everyone, I think, once fall hits. But who has time to wait for a meatloaf to bake when there’s a zillion things going on?

Mexican Meatloaf – flavorful but not too hot – but that sauce is another matter! It’s spicy, tangy deliciousness!

Mongolian Barbecue Noodle Bowls

35 Comments August 17, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

My folks love their nearby “Mongolian” Barbecue place, HuHot. They’re wild about it and so am I…but the cost makes me crazy, especially for what we get – which is delicious, no doubt, but is basically (for them) a big bowl of noodles with about an ounce of meat and for me mostly veggies. Could I do better at home? You tell me…

Mongolian Barbecue Noodle Bowls

Enchiladas con Carne

38 Comments July 21, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Those of you who know me know I’m kind of a sucker for Mexican food. Or Southwestern. Or Tex-Mex. When I saw these old school Tex-Mex type enchiladas pop up in an email from the New York Times, I was all over it. Enchiladas con Carne from El Real Tex-Mex in Houston.

Enchiladas con Carne from El Real Tex Mex in Houston

Thai Slaw with Peanut Dressing

41 Comments July 12, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

In the summer heat (and it has been so hot & so humid, here) I can hardly get enough cool, crunchy salads. Here’s a fantastic crunchy little salad with a little bit of a Thai twist. That this is more American Thai than Thai doesn’t detract from the utter deliciousness.

Thai Slaw with Peanut Dressing

Thai Chicken Burgers

29 Comments July 12, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

I’m sitting in what seems to be the red meat capital of the world, folks. Right smack dab in the Midwest. At my folk’s in a small town outside of Sioux Falls. (We even went to see bull riding last winter!) So it might be considered a bit of a stretch to serve my fave octogenarians a chicken burger. And Thai Chicken Burgers, no less!

Thai Chicken Burgers

Cowboy Beans Frijoles Charros Instant Pot

29 Comments July 8, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

When I lived in the Southwest, I used to miss “Baked Beans.” It seemed that anytime I ate out and ordered beans as a side, they were either Cowboy Beans Frijoles Charros or some kind of Barbecued Baked Beans. Now that I’m in the Midwest, I miss those Cowboy Beans. Go figure, huh? Not anymore, though!

Frijoles Charros or Cowboy Beans

Candied or Sweet & Hot Pickled Jalapenos

Cowboy Candy (Sweet & Hot) Pickled Peppers

15 Comments June 16, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

I love summer when the living is easy…gardening, grilling and maybe even a little light canning. I’m not about putting up quarts of tomatoes (although you should see how many plants we put in, lol!) but I do tinker with small batches of something special. Cowboy Candy (Sweet & Hot) Jalapenos fit the bill & bonus…they go right in the fridge and don’t have to be “processed.”

Candied or Sweet & Hot Pickled Jalapenos

Instant Pot Chicken Tinga, Mexican Style Shredded Chicken

24 Comments June 1, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Hey, I’m a planner but this still happens to me! It’s 4:30 and I open the fridge to make dinner and *duh* I forgot to take out the chicken to thaw. The ravenous octogenarians (my folks, or maybe for you, it’s your kids; I’ve been there, too…) and are emitting hangry noises, circling like sharks ready for the kill. Thats when you need Instant Pot Chicken Tinga, Mexican Style Shredded Chicken.

Instant Pot Chicken Tinga

Drunken Fried Rice

24 Comments May 21, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Drunken Fried Rice! Yes, there is such a thing and I’m soooo happy to know it! See, my baby sis just told me she was having leftover takeout Drunken Noodles for lunch and a craving hit. Maybe even a touch of jealousy. But poor me, no takeout, no noodles in the cupboard.

Drunken Fried Rice

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Escabeche – Mexican Pickled Vegetables

White Chicken Chili Slow Cooker – Instant Pot – Stovetop

Instant Pot Mexican Chipotle Chicken Soup

Juicy Lucyfer Sliders

Shishito Peppers with Sriracha Mayo Dipping Sauce

Southwestern Smashed Chickpea Avocado Sandwich

Arroz Verde Mexican Green Rice

Zhoug, Zhug, Skhug – Spicy Herb Sauce

Corn Patch Corn Casserole

Roasted Sweet Corn Salsa

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Yucatan Pork Stew Instant Pot or Not

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Rick Bayless Brick Red Mole & Beef Enchiladas

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Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef

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Vietnamese Chicken Salad

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Black-Eyed Pea & Rice Salad

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The Best Instant Pot Chili

Shortcut Pho Ga (Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup) or Pho Ga Tay Instant Pot or Stove-top

Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread

Grilled Thai Beef Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce

Mexican Meatloaf

Mongolian Barbecue Noodle Bowls

Enchiladas con Carne

Thai Slaw with Peanut Dressing

Cowboy Beans Frijoles Charros Instant Pot

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Cowboy Candy (Sweet & Hot) Pickled Peppers

Instant Pot Chicken Tinga, Mexican Style Shredded Chicken

Drunken Fried Rice