Crockpot glazed pork worth the time

#MiddleburyCT #Crockpot #PorkRoast Some things are perfect just as they are and don’t require improvement. This is one of those things. In these days of instant gratification, ... Continue Reading →

Frozen spinach best bargain for healthy eating

#MiddleburyCT #FrozenSpinach What’s the best bargain in the frozen foods aisle? Want to guess, or shall I just tell you? OK, I’ll tell you. It’s frozen spinach in ... Continue Reading →

Give potato pancakes an Irish twist for St. Patrick’s Day

#MiddleburyCT #StPatricksDay #boxty I came across an old Irish rhyme that goes: “Boxty on the griddle, boxty in the pan, if you can’t make boxty, you’ll never get a man!” ... Continue Reading →

Speedy Spanish rice is easy, versatile and delicious

#MiddleburyCT #SpeedySpanishRice This week we have a very popular one-pot meal seasoned with a little bit of versatility. This family-friendly dinner is an extremely inexpensive yet ... Continue Reading →

Stockpile these foods to reduce grocery spending

#MiddleburyCT #Chili Whenever you read about frugality, you’ll find a lot about what not to buy. Well, I’m going to tell you what you should buy. These are the items to ... Continue Reading →

Healthy little muffins pack big nutrition

#MiddleburyCT #AnzacBiscuits #AussieBites Are you familiar with Aussie Bites? I first learned about them at Costco, where a sample made me a fan in one bite. These delectable little ... Continue Reading →

This Big Easy classic couldn’t be easier

#MiddleburyCT #MardiGras It’s no surprise that red beans and rice is one of the dishes most strongly associated with the enchanting city of New Orleans, also called “The Big ... Continue Reading →

A comfort food comes back for the big game

#MiddleburyCT #BigGame Remember French bread pizzas? If so, those memories are likely nostalgic, comforting, cozy, crunchy, soft and warm, with that aroma that made the whole house ... Continue Reading →

Enjoy easy, elegant meal on a budget

#MiddleburyCT #Brunch #SalmonSouffle At Divas on a Dime, I’m always on the lookout for exceptional recipes that use inexpensive ingredients. So, how do you serve a salmon entree ... Continue Reading →

Use pasta sauce new ways

#MiddleburyCT #PastaSauce You know those inexpensive pasta sauces? While they’re indispensable for making quick spaghetti dinners, these sauces are useful for so much more than ... Continue Reading →