A Personal story

A desire to make a difference.

Life can be quite the roller coaster. If there’s one thing that being a single mom of two ravenous boys has taught me, its the importance of being able to put nutritious and delicious meals on the table while sticking to a strict budget.

Determined not to waste a penny, I began reading voraciously about nutrition and cooking. I dug through depression-era recipes belonging to my grandmother for frugal ideas and ways to easily make staple food items from scratch rather than spending extra money on ready-made, convenience foods.

It is my desire to share what I have experimented with and learned in the hope that others may benefit.

Starter

Tomato-Basil Cream Soup
Sautéed onion, stewed tomato, chicken or veggie broth, fresh cream, garlic and basil combine in a delicious cup of comfort
approximate cost: $3.70 (serves 4)

Main

Chicken Piccata
Grilled chicken drizzled in white wine cream sauce with a hint of garlic and fresh lemon served over white rice
approximate cost: $8.75 (serves 4)

Dessert

Mini Berry Pies
Blueberry, Raspberry or Mixed Berries baked into a crispy and portable mini pie topped with a dusting of powdered sugar
approximate cost: $6.50 (serves 4)