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Budget dinner ideas: Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into this easy casserole recipe!

Leftover turkey you’ve got no idea what to do with (or ham / chicken for that matter)?
 
We’re here to help!
 
This cheesy, creamy casserole is the perfect way to use up those holiday leftovers. It's packed with flavor, easy to make, and perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. We're talking tender turkey, creamy sauce, and a cheesy crispy topping that's sure to please. Plus, it's a great way to sneak in some veggies!
 
So, don’t throw that leftover meat out, and make this delicious casserole instead. You won't be disappointed!
 
Hit play, grab your leftover ham, and let's create a hearty and satisfying budget dinner idea that's perfect for the whole family.
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EP 124 | Budget dinner ideas: Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into this easy casserole recipe!

Apple cake recipe 🍎 An easy fall dessert perfect for Thanksgiving 2024

Who else is googling “desserts using apples” right now?
 
Well, it's about that time when you should be.
 
But, we're here to prove that easy Thanksgiving desserts (or just fall desserts) don’t have to be store-bought or hard to make! 
 
This moist and flavorful apple cake can be filed under “easy desserts” while being the perfect way to celebrate the season. 
 
Packed with brown sugar and juicy apples, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s surprisingly easy to make. Plus, it’s a great way to use up those fall apples!
 
So, grab your apron and get ready to bake this quick dessert recipe. Because apple cake is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy fall days.
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Wondering what to do with puff pastry?🍪 We tried this viral TikTok recipe so you don't have to!

Stop scrolling!
Because, we’re trying another viral TikTok recipe so you don't have to!
 
We're answering one of our favorite questions: What can you make with puff pastry?
 
This one is sweet and creative, AND we’re sharing our honest opinions, tips, and tricks.
 
Hit play, grab your puff pastry sheet and get ready to try another TikTok food trend! 
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Need an easy casserole recipe? 🍲 Try our chicken broccoli rice casserole & forget what you know about this budget meal.

🤓 Walt Whitman once said “Be curious, not judgmental”.
👀 We’re sure he didn't mean casseroles. 
Because more often than not they are sloppy processed messes.
 
BUT,  it’s time to rethink these budget meals! 
 
🧀We crafted a cheesy chicken broccoli casserole that is delicious, comforting and made without one can in sight!
 
This is a cheap meal idea is way to enjoy a hearty dinner and give leftovers a new place to go.
🥦We're talking tender chicken, creamy sauce, and a cheesy topping that's sure to please. Plus, it's a great way to sneak in some veggies!
 
So, instead of reaching for takeout, try making this cheesy chicken broccoli casserole instead. 
 
👩‍⚖️ You won't be disappointed, Judge Judy. 
 
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EP 121 | Transcripts | Need an easy casserole recipe? 🍲 Try our chicken broccoli rice casserole and forget what you know about this budget meal

High protein bagel recipe:🥯 Putting that saved viral TikTok recipe to the test! (plus, it’s an air fryer recipe!)

📱 Did you just save your 97th recipe to your “Recipes” collection on TikTok? 
 
☠️ Where all those ideas go to die- never to be experimented with IRL?
 
Well, today we’re trying one out- so you don’t have to!
 
We’re talking about making Greek yogurt bagels. 
 
You know the ones that are made with yogurt, flour, and a dream?
 
Are they as fluffy, chewy, and crispy as the influencers claim? AND easy to make?
 
🍵 We’re here to spill all the tea on this TikTok recipe and let you know if it’s worth your time and ingredients (because Greek yogurt is not cheap) to give them a try!
 
🖐️So, stop doom scrolling and press play!
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EP 120 | Transcripts | High protein bagel recipe:🥯 Putting that saved viral TikTok recipe to the test! (plus it’s an air fryer recipe!)

Pumpkin bars recipe: 🎃🧡 Because this fall dessert is basically a vegetable, right?

Tired of the same old pumpkin spice? 🥱
 
Well, it’s time to WAKE UP witches 🧙‍♀️ and get ready to be blown away by these pumpkin bars!
 
These pumpkin bars are packed with fall dessert flavors. The best part? They're super easy to make and perfect for sharing.
 
We're talking pumpkin puree, crust, crumble, and a touch of warm spices that's super easy and quick to make. 
 
So, ditch the store-bought pumpkin desserts and make your own! 
 
Hit play, grab your cinnamon, and let's create a fall masterpiece.
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EP 119 | Transcripts |Pumpkin bars recipe:🎃🧡 Because this fall dessert is basically a vegetable, right?

One pot pasta recipe 🍲 A French onion pasta dish for when you’re craving something special. (Oh! and it’s a “raid your pantry meal”, too!)

Craving a pasta dish that's more than just noodles and sauce? 🥱
 
Our one-pot French onion pasta is here to help.
 
This recipe is a total game-changer. It's packed with flavor, easy on the wallet, and comes together in one pot – because who wants to do a bunch of dishes? 
 
We're talking caramelized onions, creamy broth, and a touch of cheese that'll make your taste buds say Oui!. And the best part? It’s basically a “clean out your pantry” recipe!
 
So, ditch the ordinary and let’s try something new.
 
Hit play, raid your pantry ingredients, and get ready to whip up a delicious, one-pot French onion pasta that'll have your family and guests begging for seconds!
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EP 118 | Transcripts | One pot pasta recipe 🍲 A French onion pasta dish for when you’re craving something special. (Oh! and it’s also a “raid your pantry meal”, too!)

Canned green beans recipe 🥫MUST TRY! (Veggie sides don’t have to suck, so hit play and get ahead on Thanksgiving side dishes now!)

Tired of the same ol' mushy, dusty, musty, and crusty, green beans? We’re about to revolutionize your veggie game!
Ever felt like green beans were just a filler side dish? Today, we rethink that! 
 
 
In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of green bean recipes with bacon and uncovering a whole new level of flavor. 
 
 
We're talking bacon-y goodness, salty, slightly sweet, and even a sneaky way to use canned green beans that are cheap, easy &TASTY!
 
 
Get ready to impress your guests (and yourself!) with these unique and delicious green bean recipes. 
 
 
They're budget-friendly, easy to make, and perfect for any occasion (especially for Thanksgiving side dishes, if you’re thinking ahead!).
 
 
So, hit play and let's transform your vegetable side dish game!
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EP 117 | Transcripts | Canned green beans recipe MUST TRY! (Veggie sides don’t have to suck, so hit play and get ahead on Thanksgiving side dishes now!)

Cinnamon roll cake recipe: 🌀Life is delicious, so make this easy fall dessert today!

Some may disagree, but as far as we're concerned, fall is HERE!
 
That’s why today, we're talking about how to make homemade cinnamon roll cake with cream cheese frosting- that's so ridiculously easy, you'll be wondering why you never thought of it before!
 
There’s no dough rolling or frosting stress – we're keeping it simple and delicious. 
 
This recipe uses a store-bought cake mix as a base, so you can focus on the real star of the show: the homemade cinnamon swirl filling and decadent cream cheese frosting. It's a flavor explosion that's perfect for cozy fall days (or any day you need a sweet pick-me-up!).
 
Plus, this recipe is budget-friendly and can be whipped up in no time. 
 
So, hit play, grab your cake mix, and let's create a dessert that's the equivalent to a cozy fall blanket.
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EP 116 | Transcripts | Cinnamon roll cake recipe: 🌀Life is delicious, so make this easy fall dessert today!

Quick breakfast ideas for kids:⏰ Simple high protein muffin recipe for the back-to-school rush!

Hey there, back-to-school warriors! 
 
The season for early mornings, packed lunches, and the dreaded "What do I make for breakfast?!" panic is here!
 
But fear not, because today, we’re sharing a quick, easy, and protein-packed breakfast (with an unexpected ingredient) that'll have your kids fueled and ready to conquer the day: a protein muffin recipe!
 
These little powerhouses are packed with nutrients and flavor, and they're surprisingly easy to whip up. 
 
We're talking fluffy, moist muffins that are perfect for grabbing on the go, packing for school lunches, or even freeze for later. 
 
Plus, they're budget-friendly and can be customized with your kids' favorite flavors and add-ins (think chocolate chips, blueberries, or even pumpkin puree for fall).
 
So, press play- and let’s make our own healthy, delicious muffins and create a breakfast revolution that'll have your family fueled and ready to conquer the day!
 
 
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EP 115 | Transcripts | Quick breakfast ideas for kids:⏰ Simple high protein muffin recipe for the back-to-school rush!