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Copycat Recipes: Carrabba’s House Dressing

Copycat Recipe - Carrabba's Italian House Dressing

Copycat Recipes:  Carrabba’s House Dressing Learning new copycat recipes is a frugal way to get your restaurant fix for less.  This copycat version of the Creamy Parmesan dressing at Carrabba’s Italian Grill is not only frugal, it’s super-easy!    I … Continue reading

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Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

olive garden chicken gnocchi soup recipe

Chicken Gnocchi Soup one of my daughter’s favorite things to order at the Olive Garden. We found that this recipe comes pretty close to the original. Give it a try and let me know what you think! Olive Garden Chicken … Continue reading

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Last Minute Valentine’s Day Treats: 8 Valentine’s Day Recipes with 5 Ingredients or Less

valentines day treats

Here are some last-minute Valentine’s Day treats.  Each of these Valentine’s Day recipes has only 5 ingredients – or less! And most of them are no-bake. From rice krispie treats, to chocolate-dipped strawberries, these last minute treats will make spoiling … Continue reading

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Feta & Artichoke Fillo Cups – Just Five Ingredients!

feta and artichoke cups

Feta & Artichoke Fillo Cups 1 container Fillo cups (15-ct.) 1 5-oz. container Feta cheese 1 15-oz. can artichoke hearts, quartered 3/4 C. mayonnaise 3/4 C. grated Romano cheese, divided (you can substitute Parmesan) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix … Continue reading

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Copycat Recipe: Ruby Tuesday Asian Glazed Salmon?

copycat recipe ruby tuesday salmon

I found this recipe listed as a copycat Ruby Tuesday salmon recipe.  Oddly enough, when I looked it up on the Ruby Tuesday website, the recipes don’t sound similar at all.  The Ruby Tuesday version has peanuts and sesame seeds … Continue reading

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Homemade Condensed Cream Soups

diy condensed cream soups

Making homemade condensed cream soups is one way to save money and end up with a healthier product at the same time.  Once you get the hang of it, you’ll want to add your own seasonings and flavors according to … Continue reading

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Target Gourmet: Archer Farms Sausage, Pasta + Goat Cheese = FABULOUS!

market pantry sausage pasta with goat cheese

Ever since our Target grocery department expanded a few months ago, I’ve been having fun trying some of their store exclusives.  Most recently, I tried the Archer Farms Spinach & Garlic Sausage.    I thought it was really good, but … Continue reading

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Copycat Recipe: P.F. Chang Mongolian Beef

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The P.F. Chang Mongolian Beef has got to be one of the most popular items on their menu. Who knew this mouth-watering goodness was so easy to make at home, and even better than the original?  If you can get … Continue reading

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Copycat Recipe: Olive Garden Braised Beef & Tortelloni

olive garden braised beef & tortelloni

Braised Beef & Tortelloni is one of my favorite things to order at The Olive Garden (my daughter’s favorite restaurant).  It’s really easy to make at home if you plan ahead long enough to give the beef a long braising. … Continue reading

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Fast, Frugal and Healthy: Paella-Inspired Quinoa

paella inspired quinoa

Have you checked out the Mommysavers Kitchen Chatter Forum?  We’ve recently started to post some fun cooking challenges for our members.   Our most recent challenge, Great Grains, challenges users to try a new recipe with a whole grain they … Continue reading

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