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Mama's Fast and Frugal Recipes

Deviled Eggs

(13 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

I gave these a tasty SW twist. Hope you like them. MORE»

Recipe #135687

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Cheesy Pasta Bake

(9 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Just as fast as a boxed mix but much healthier and yummier! Very popular here in TX where we like to add a little crushed red pepper or cayenne to it. Very Italian in flavor. MORE»

Recipe #135666

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Cheesy Pita Crisps

(19 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

From Light and Tasty Jan 2003. Quick and easy appy with tons of flavr. Posted for World Tour 2005. MORE»

Recipe #141428

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Chicken With Spinach and Mushrooms

(12 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

I felt creative one night and threw a little of this and that in a pan and came up with this really yummy recipe. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do! PLEASE let me know if you try this and what you think! MORE»

Recipe #145355

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Sunny Southern Preserved Oranges

(2 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

After searching Zaar for recipes to use up or preserve a TON of oranges left over from the holidays I could not find anything that would allow me to use them all. So I used the old fashioned way- digging through those index card boxes that are... MORE»

Recipe #150460

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Yummy Crispy Baked Fish

(80 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Easy and healthier way to get crispy tasty fish. I have used mostly mild whitefish like tilapia with great results. Don't be scared by the number of ingredients—it is mostly spices and herbs. Please adjust the spices, especially salt, to your... MORE»

Recipe #150987

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Cowboy Breakfast Casserole

(7 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Breakfast comes early so I assemble this casserole the night before and pop in the oven in the morning while I inhale my coffee! This was designed for my meat and potatoes only cowboy BUT you can add anything to it in the meat layer. Very very... MORE»

Recipe #135657

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Basic Pizza Dough- Use Now or Use Later! OAMC Too!

(12 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Chewy, yeasty, yummy and fast! Instructions included for whole wheat dough and freezing for a make ahead meal too! Cooking time does not reflect time for toppings! MORE»

Recipe #151791

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Pinwheels

(3 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Tex Mex at its best. I do not think there has been a party I have been to in the last 10 years where these were not a staple. MORE»

Recipe #135686

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Souped up Potatoes

(6 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Yummy potatoes in no time. Great for potlucks and get togethers. Submitted for World Tour Canadian and SW US catagories- based on a recipe that was found in a community cookbook from MN/Canadian border and modified to fit my TX family's tastes. DH... MORE»

Recipe #135688

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Mama's Macaroni Salad

(4 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Easy and yummy cold pasta salad with a sweet dressing that reminds me of a poppy seed dressing. This has been handed down in my family for generations. Best made the day before to allow the pasta to absorb the dressing and the flavors blend. Hope... MORE»

Recipe #151782

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Chocolate Ecstasy

(4 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Ecstasy in a bowl! I created this recipe for a friend's birthday here in TX. MORE»

Recipe #135738

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Chicken With Apples

(8 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

WOW! This is not the same old chicken! Only 6 ingredients your family- kids included- will love this and your guests will think you are the MOST amazing chef! winonaradiocom. MORE»

Recipe #137322

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Fancy Pants

(3 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Ground meat of your choosing, cheese and tomato sauce but fixed up 'fancy'. My grandma use to make this for me when I was a child. Kid friendly, easy and good. MORE»

Recipe #150345

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Pizza 'fondue' -- Fundido--

(4 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

So easy and yummy. Kid and hubby pleasing comfort food in minutes! Faster even than making pizza or waiting for delivery! Makes a great appetizer or even a very satisfying meal! Make as healthy- or unhealthy- as you like! Add anything to the sauce... MORE»

Recipe #135645

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Sweet and Salties

(8 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

So simple it's weird and so weird it works! Yummy, fast and lots of fun! My friends said - 'This isnt a recipe - it's an adventure!' World Tour SW MORE»

Recipe #129905

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Orange Butter

(14 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Yummy as a spread on hot rolls or toast. Makes a great gift. Stores indefinitely in refrigerator. Indicative of man regions for ZWT especially those with citrus crops, pastries to top with fancy flavored butters and those countries who still... MORE»

Recipe #134781

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Fast and Easy Icing

Posted by mama's kitchen  

The name says it all! World Tour- Very Texan/Southern etc... cool whip and pudding! Staples in our pantry! MORE»

Recipe #134773

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Mama's Best Macaroni and Cheese

(35 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

My kids say this is better than 'the blues' and gobble it up, even when I toss in a handul of cooked veggies like broccoli, peas, carrots, etc.... It is just as easy as the 'blue box' at least I think so and it is much healthier! World Tour:... MORE»

Recipe #135662

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Easy Strawberry 'napoleon'

(5 reviews) Posted by mama's kitchen  

Easy, rich, fast and yummy dessert. Your guests will never guess the crust layer is saltines! Pretty enough for company but easy enough for everyday! Time to make does not include refrigeration time- 4 hours Very yummy made with fresh... MORE»

Recipe #132335

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