American recipes costing less than $1.5 per serving

Mixed Fruit Crumble

Classic Vanilla Bundt Cake with Salted Caramel Drizzle

Chicken Pot Empanadas

Try a new twist on the classic Chicken Pot Pie. This healthy version will sure bring back the memories of classic home recipes.

Green Beans, New Potatoes and Bacon

A delicious side to serve with meat, or as a main luncheon dish with salad. Honestly I could almost eat a…

Decadent Chocolate Fudge Cake with Whipped Cream and Fresh Strawberries

Need an elegant cake for a special dinner? This recipe takes the cake! A…

Caribbean Rum "Sopped" Coconut Cake

Mandel Bread (Mandelbrodt)

Biscotti's much cooler, much more Jewish cousin.

Shrimp Mousse

A recipe that's been in my family for 30 years. Changed many times until it has reached what we believe to be perfection ;)

S'mores Cookie Bars

Yumm... This is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Frenchtoasty Bread Pudding w/Crystallized Ginger and Chocolate Sauce

A French classic and an old favorite join forces to maximize on taste…

Nut Tree Drop Cookies

The Nut Tree (Vacaville CA, off I-80) has been a landmark tourist stop for over eighty years. The restaurant, at its zenith in the 70's and 80's,…

Loaded Baked Potato Salad

Loaded baked potatoes go great with any type of grilled meat or seafood. But pairing the two on a plate can be a challenge, especially when you’re…

Pie Crust Crisps

This month our food theme is All American Fare. Apple pie pops into my head when I think of a dessert that fits that theme. My mom was a great pie…

Ranch Sandwich Rolls

Light whole wheat sandwich rolls with dry ranch seasoning that are great for tuna or chicken salad, or deli meats and cheeses. Roll the dough…

Tuna Noodle Casserole

Canned tuna in water is one of my favorite budget stretchers. Mixed with the ingredients below and topped with cheese this noodle casserole is a…