Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

21 Comments November 30, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I used to be kinda opposed to Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip, just on principle…and here’s the deal: Back in the ’80s, it was all about the creamy Spinach Dip and it was served warm or cold in a bread bowl. I loved that stuff! And I remember how fancy we all thought it was, too. Then in the ’90s it was all about the Hot Artichoke Dip. It seemed that just about every restaurant had a version. It was everywhere! And I loved that stuff, too! Of course, I’ve always had a thing for artichokes, and guess who else in the house does? Homer, my cat. She goes nuts over them. She can smell even the canned artichokes in the grocery bag and immediately comes running!

Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

Restaurant Style Brussels with Lemon Caper Butter Sauce

15 Comments November 10, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

Gosh, do I love me some Brussels Sprouts. They’ve always been a fave, and especially my Bacon Brussels Sprouts. I mean c’mon! But man or woman cannot live on just Bacon Brussels Sprouts, sometimes you need to shake things up a bit, and so here’s a sweet little recipe for Restaurant Style Brussels with Lemon Caper Butter Sauce.

Restaurant Style Brussels with Lemon Caper Butter Sauce

Ruth’s Chris Potatoes au Gratin Copycat

42 Comments November 8, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I don’t know about you, but eating at steakhouses isn’t my wheelhouse. So when I go to one, I read every inch of the menu and agonize over just the right choice of steak and sides to maximize my experience! (And then I hate it if someone else orders something that looks better than what I have, lol!) And while I enjoy the steak, what makes it for me is the au gratin potatoes. My daughter takes after me because she was out for a special dinner with her sweetie, and what Jess raved about the next day wasn’t the steak, it was Ruth’s Chris Potatoes au Gratin.

Ruth’s Chris Potatoes au Gratin Copycat make individual or one large casserole.

Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower

30 Comments September 19, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

I can’t think of any recipe I’ve made recently that’s given me as much angst as Mashed Cauliflower. See, I love cauliflower. Cooked almost anyway and raw, too. And I love my One Pot Mash in the Pan Instant Pot Cauliflower Rice. So when I started hearing about Mashed Cauliflower as a lower carb alternative to Mashed Potatoes I just knew I would love it! I jumped on it. And I hated it. It wasn’t until I started combining the Mashed Cauliflower with Parmesan cheese for Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower that I began to like it.

Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower

Easy Cheesy Broccoli Skillet

14 Comments August 24, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

Do you love broccoli? It’s always been a fave at our house and 90 percent of the time, I make Simply Steamed Broccoli or sometimes I make what I call Almost Alton’s Oven Roasted Broccoli. Both are super simple, super fresh. But sometimes you just gotta go the extra mile and make something really special. That, for me, is Easy Cheesy Broccoli Skillet.

Easy Cheesy Broccoli Skillet

Parmesan Crusted Crostini

16 Comments June 28, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

Earlier this week, I made my Simple Tomato Soup and peeking out, here and there in the pics is my Parmesan Crusted Crostini. I promised I’d post the recipe, so here it is, and when I served that soup, the Parmesan Crusted Crostini pretty much stole the show.

Parmesan Crusted Crostini

Skillet Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Frico

35 Comments February 17, 2018 FrugalHausfrau

When I made these Skillet Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Parmesan Frico, I was thinking about the food I usually make for my blog. As a food blogger, one thing I seem to fall short on is “side” dishes, especially vegetable side dish recipes.

Skillet Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Frico

Tortellini Antipasto Salad

17 Comments December 30, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

Here’s a Pasta Salad that’s fantastic for a party or gathering any time of year. This isn’t any plain ol’ boring Pasta Salad, though. This is Tortellini Antipasto Salad and it has it all! Lots of stuff. Lots of cheese. Lots of flavor and the best dressing you’ve ever tasted.

Antipasto Tortellini Salad

Fresh Tomato Pasta Sauce

32 Comments August 3, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

So they’re finally here. Tomatoes. First one, then three, now nine – all from our little garden. As you can see, they’re multiplying exponentially! But even if you don’t grow your own, you’ll find great tomatoes this time of year, and great tomatoes make the best Fresh Tomato Pasta.

Fresh Tomato Pasta

Three Cheese Chicken Casserole

20 Comments May 19, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

We’ve been having the dreariest, dark, cold, wet weather all week. How about you? I know it’s good for the plants but I get feeling a little blue. I want to get outside and DO things! Instead, we’ve tucked in and made something warm and comforting and creamy and cheesy! Three Cheese Chicken Casserole!

Three Cheese Chicken Casserole

Ham & Parmesan Risotto (Instant Pot or Stove Top)

33 Comments April 13, 2017 FrugalHausfrau

I love me some Risotto – how ’bout you? It amazes me how you can take a simple ingredient like rice, add a glug of wine & a few gratings of cheese (plus a bit of this and that) and turn it into a gourmet meal – no make that a gourmet experience – because you get to drink the rest of the wine! Plus plus! This is a marvelous recipe for Risotto – Ham & Parmesan Risotto Instant Pot or Stove Top Version.

Ham & Parmesan Risotto Instant Pot or Stove Top Version.

Chorizo Polenta Bites

17 Comments December 24, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

Spicy Mexica Chorizo tamed with a touch of melty cheese all piled on to the cutest little Polenta squares. That’s my kind of appetizer. Maybe yours, too! And look, there’s red & green for Christmas…

Chorizo Polenta Bites

Skillet Lasagna

32 Comments October 23, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

I think cooks must be divided into two camps when it comes to Lasagna. Those that toss it together with no problem (and yeah, I’m jealous of them) and those that think, “Yeah, it’s great, but it’s a production and the mess!” That’s me. Love Lasagne – hate making it. Raise your hand if you’re with me, here!

Skillet Lasagna

Cheesy Vidalia & Tomato Pie, adapted from Emeril Lagasse

Cheesy Tomato & Vidalia Pie

40 Comments September 13, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

Tomato Pie’s been on my bucket list for a while! I know – strange, right? Well, maybe not if you have a ton of tomatoes, and maybe not if you’re from the South. Or maybe not if you watch Paula Dean. But this isn’t quite that tomato pie. This is a Cheesy Tomato & Vidalia Pie, and you’ll want to serve it for lunch or dinner, maybe with a simple green salad.

Cheesy Vidalia & Tomato Pie, adapted from Emeril Lagasse

Garden Tomato Tart

33 Comments August 19, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

Finally the tomatoes are coming in more than one or two at a time in our little garden – and here’s a recipe to take advantage of the best tomatoes of the season, no matter where you get them from.

Garden Tomato Tart

Grilled Asparagus with Lemon & Parmesan

35 Comments June 3, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

For me, two things really herald the beginning of Summer: Grilling and Asparagus! And when you combine the two? Heaven! Add a little fresh lemon and a toss a smidge of finely grated quality cheese over at the end and you’ll have a fun, “dressed” up Asparagus with little to no effort at all.

Grilled Asparagus with Lemon & Parmesan

Spring Mix Salad with Lemony White Balsamic Dressing

8 Comments May 12, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

I love mixed salads and you’ll see a lot of salads on my blog – many with wonderful dressings and an array of gorgeous ingredients. This salad is a simple side salad, and every bit as scrumptious. Spring lettuces, barley (or another grain of your choice) a few herbs, and a little Parmesan to dress it up.

Spring Mix Salad with Lemony White Balsamic Dressing

Cheesy Pasta Bake

23 Comments February 11, 2016 FrugalHausfrau

Can a person have too many pasta recipes? Possibly, especially if you’re on a budget. It’s almost too easy to turn to pasta dishes, so when I do make one, I try to make it the best! You’ll love this warm and comforting dish loaded with fresh mozzarella, Italian sausage and for a healthier twist, ground chicken or turkey. Use ground beef if you’d rather, though.

Cheesy Pasta Bake – The Best! With Italian Sausage, Fresh Mozzarella and Wine!

Steakhouse Meatloaf

18 Comments September 25, 2015 FrugalHausfrau

Here in the States, we have a dirty little secret. You won’t often hear it spoken of, but It seems like all of America is in love with meatloaf – even vegetarians and vegans find ways to duplicate this homey dish, and I’m seeing meatloaf making its appearance on pub & restaurant menus.

Steakhouse Meatloaf

Three Cheese Enchiladas with Braised Pork & Ranchero Sauce

14 Comments February 4, 2015 FrugalHausfrau

My friend, Sandy told me about Three Cheese Enchiladas with Braised Pork & Ranchero Sauce, a dish she had at one of our local restaurants. And I tried it and went a little nuts over it myself. Then the restaurant sadly started to go downhill and I decided I just was going to have to make these beautiful, cheese filled enchiladas, with this fresh, tangy Ranchero Sauce and the luscious shreds of braised pork at home.

Three Cheese Enchiladas with Braised Pork & Ranchero Sauce

Greek Meatball Soup

7 Comments February 3, 2015 FrugalHausfrau

While many of us, even here in the States, have at least a passing familiarity with the classic Greek soups enriched with Avgolemono and flavored with lemon, this Greek Meatball Soup is quite a bit different. Tiny, flavorful little meatballs floating in a beefy broth spiked with Parmesan cheese and cream.

Greek Meatball Soup

Hot Artichoke Dip Chicken with Parmesan & Yogurt

18 Comments January 8, 2015 FrugalHausfrau

Do you remember the cheesy, garlicky deliciousness of that old Hot Artichoke Dip that was so ubiquitous in the 90’s? The one Olive Garden reinvented? How good would those same flavors be over chicken? But maybe just a bit healthier would be great – to ring in the New Year…

Hot Parmesan Dip Chicken

Top Secret Super Stealth Arsenal of Ingredients

8 Comments June 30, 2012 FrugalHausfrau

Ok, ok, so maybe these ingredients are not really “top secret”, but they’re going to bump up the flavor of your food and give them that “what’s in it?” note that makes people sit up and take stock.

Creamy Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

4 Comments June 11, 2012 FrugalHausfrau

When I came across a recipe for Macaroni and Cheese that had a head of cauliflower hidden in the sauce, how could I resist? I love the idea of “stealth veggies” and try to take advantage of sneaking extra vegetables in any dish I can.

Creamy Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

Stuffed Vegetables with Bulgar & Parmesan Toast

Leave a comment February 10, 2012 FrugalHausfrau

Eat seasonally – you hear it all the time, and but the weirdest thing about it is that one person is credited for the “movement.” Thank you Alice Waters for all you’ve done in the restaurant world, but let’s face it, housewives and home cooks have been doing this for centuries, often with little choice.

Stuffed Vegetables

Pasta alla Carbonara

Leave a comment May 11, 2010 FrugalHausfrau

Creamy, cheesy, silky pasta punctuated by a little bacon. Utterly simple, a handful of ingredients, most which you probably have on hand and minutes to make? That’s Pasta Carbonara.

Pasta alla Carbonara

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Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

Restaurant Style Brussels with Lemon Caper Butter Sauce

Ruth’s Chris Potatoes au Gratin Copycat

Parmesan Mashed Cauliflower

Easy Cheesy Broccoli Skillet

Parmesan Crusted Crostini

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Skillet Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Frico

Tortellini Antipasto Salad

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Fresh Tomato Pasta Sauce

Three Cheese Chicken Casserole

Ham & Parmesan Risotto (Instant Pot or Stove Top)

Chorizo Polenta Bites

Skillet Lasagna

Cheesy Tomato & Vidalia Pie

Garden Tomato Tart

Grilled Asparagus with Lemon & Parmesan

Spring Mix Salad with Lemony White Balsamic Dressing

Cheesy Pasta Bake

Steakhouse Meatloaf

Three Cheese Enchiladas with Braised Pork & Ranchero Sauce

Greek Meatball Soup

Hot Artichoke Dip Chicken with Parmesan & Yogurt

Top Secret Super Stealth Arsenal of Ingredients

Stuffed Vegetables with Bulgar & Parmesan Toast

Pasta alla Carbonara