American Carbonara – The Stay...

This no-fuss twist on a classic Italian dish will give you a reason to make pasta! My favorite thing about this recipe is not only how easy it is to make, but that it’s made with simple and ...

Memorial Day Menu 2025 – Spen...

About the authorHolly Nilsson is the creator of Spend With Pennies, where she creates easy, comforting recipes made for real life. With a passion for nostalgic flavors and simplified techniques, ...

Smoked Salmon Fillet – The St...

Smoking a whole salmon fillet might sound like a big task, but it’s surprisingly easy! And the results are absolutely worth it. We keep ours simple with just a few seasonings and smoke the fillet ...

Parmesan Pepper Pasta – Baref...

Parmesan cheese, black pepper, butter, and olive oil combine to make this version of the classic simple and sublime Parmesan pasta. Its ease to prepare is matched only by its perfection. ...

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole

This recipe turns enchiladas into an easy, creamy casserole. Super easy to put together, and the avocado cream sauce makes this one special. Seriously, you’ll want this sauce on everything. I like ...

Carne Asada Recipe – Spend Wi...

With a garlic lime marinade, this carne asada recipe is both tasty and tender! Serve it as tacos, burritos, or over rice with your favorite toppings. Flavor: Beef is marinated in a ...

Easy Smoked Tri Tip – The Sta...

Tri-tip is one of those flavorful cuts of beef that doesn’t need much added to it and cooks up fast. We use a quick rub and butter basting to give it a flavorful bark. It’s a great choice when you ...

French Toast Recipe – Spend W...

About the authorHolly Nilsson is the creator of Spend With Pennies, where she creates easy, comforting recipes made for real life. With a passion for nostalgic flavors and simplified techniques, ...

Best Baked Chicken Nuggets

These homemade chicken nuggets are a better-for-you option that’ll have you skipping the drive-thru. You get a little crunch from the breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese, and there’s no skimping on ...

The Little Things Newsletter #469 &...

Welcome to the weekend, my friends! I hope that wherever you are the weather has been as glorious as our weather here in Ohio this week. We’ve had warm rain and plenty of sunshine and the world ...