Poor Man’s Potatoes and Sardines I know sardines are a divisive beast. Some people grew up on them and love them. Other people hear the word and they make a…
Potsticker Supper This recipe came from one of those nights when no one could decide what to have for dinner, including me. I opened the freezer hoping inspiration would magically…
Keto Philly Cheesesteak Casserole This casserole came about after one of those weeks where I promised myself I’d “eat lighter” and was sick of salads by day two. I was…
Chili Cheese Dogs I began making these during football season when people kept showing up at my house hungry and somehow expecting a real meal every time. At first I…
Amish Poor Man’s Steak The first time I made this, I honestly thought it was going to taste “fine” and nothing more. After years of cooking with ground beef, it…
Mustard Glazed Ribs I began making these ribs after a cookout was rained out halfway through the afternoon. I already bought the ribs, everybody already planned on coming over and…
Zucchini Dessert Every summer I reach the point where I'm hiding zucchini from myself. It starts out so innocent. Somebody gives me a few from their garden, I buy a…
Holiday Manicotti A few days before Christmas last year I got to the stage where I couldn’t look at another baking tray or sink full of dishes without getting irritated.…
Sticky Ginger Country Ribs One weekend I bought some cheap ribs in the country style and then forgot about them for two days. That I was standing in the kitchen…
Poor Man Chicken Stew A few winters ago I had one of those weeks where grocery shopping was more stressful than helpful. Prices kept rising and the fridge looked empty…