Recipes
Chicken & Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers
Chicken & Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers We have been making our own fresh jalapeno poppers for several years. The original Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers recipe was to bake the poppers instead of frying them to make them a tad healthier. But with the HOT ... Read More
Baked Zucchini & Parmesan Bites
Baked Zucchini & Parmesan Bites With all the zucchini growing in our garden, I’m trying out new fun recipes and this one is a new family favorite! We picked a couple zucchini this week and came up with a healthier version of fried zucchini by baking it. ... Read More
Slow Cooker Potato and Ham Soup Recipe
Slow Cooker Potato and Ham Soup Recipe This is one of my favorite soups – probably because it is just so simple, but everyone loves it and it is a perfect “fix it and forget it” recipe. I’ve been making it for years and it is a great meal, even in the ... Read More
Homemade Cadbury Eggs Just in Time for Easter
Source: blog.candiquik.com via SavingCentsWithSense.net on Pinterest I must admit, I love Cadbury Eggs – so when I saw this recipe to make your own from scratch on Pinterest, I was excited! These look like fun to make, and you can even get the kids ... Read More
How to Make Homemade Butter | So Simple Kids Can Do It
Pin It There are simple joys in life – and I just found another one. Homemade Butter. Yep, I know, it is simple, but there is something so amazing about creating it yourself and watching your kids’ eyes light up as they also create this buttery-masterpiece. I ... Read More
Homemade Refried Beans Recipe
Pin It My husband makes homemade refried beans which are outstanding! Believe me, you won’t want the canned stuff after you try this. Perfect for burritos or tostados, it also makes a perfect party dip that can add to your Super Bowl party! Ingredients: 1 lb raw ... Read More
Cornflake Christmas Wreath Recipe
Pin It This is a family tradition since I was a kid – my mom always made these for family gatherings, parties, or just to give as gifts. It is a simple recipe that is fun and festive, plus you can add what you want depending on where you are using it. As simple ... Read More
Peppermint Bark Recipe
Pin ItPeppermint Bark has become one of our favorite holiday treats. It’s easy to make, and is delicious. It also makes a great gift! Ingredients: 1 Bag White Chocolate Chips 1 Bag Dark Chocolate Chips 1/2 tsp Mint Extract, divided (this is kind of a guess as I ... Read More
Homemade Pumpkin Bread Recipe
Pin It I love Pumpkin – and one of my favorite eats, since I was a little girl, is Pumpkin Bread. There are so many different Pumpkin Bread recipes available. I tried making this one a tad healthier, but using whole-wheat flour, applesauce (in place of oil) and a ... Read More



Melissa Hurst, the founder of SavingCentsWithSense.net, is a married mom of three young children, so she understands the importance of stretching a family's budget to maximize savings. After working full-time in higher education for seven years, she pursued a passion of teaching both in the classroom and through her articles to help others. Her money-saving tips have been featured on Arizona Midday, and she is a regular columnist for LifetimeMoms.com and Times Publications in Arizona.






