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The $5.79 Aldi Freezer Find That Feeds the Whole Family

June 30, 2025

I thought that summer would slow time down a bit, but it hasn’t at all. Between diving and sand volleyball practices and competitions—plus unexpected midnight visits to the ER because...

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Pineapple Salsa

June 30, 2025

About the author Holly 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...

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Chicken Satay

June 30, 2025

Chunks of chicken are marinated in a creamy coconut curry sauce, grilled on skewers, and served with a simple, spicy peanut sauce. Flavor: This savory, spiced coconut curry chicken is...

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5 Dinner Recipes That Celebrate Summer Produce

June 30, 2025

Summer has always been my favorite season, and after living in California for the last five years and moving to Illinois this past winter, it feels especially sweet. While we...

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The $3.99 Trader Joe’s Find I Buy Every Time I Go—It Forever Changed My Cooking

June 30, 2025

Trader Joe’s Grilled Pitted Green Olives • Price: $3.99.• Why I Love It: The olives have a buttery texture and salty bite, and are packed in good-quality olive oil. I...

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I’ve Made This 4-Ingredient Snack Hundreds of Times (My Kids Love It)

June 30, 2025

There is a particular snack that I probably made hundreds of times throughout my childhood: A simple cinnamon-sugar tortilla roll-up. It’s something I could make on my own in the...

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Add these delicious sausage hashbrown bites to your next gathering.

June 30, 2025

If you love delicious treats like sausage balls, you will want to try this version too! ❤️WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE We love appetizers and snack ideas, and these definitely...

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The Caesar-Inspired Pasta Salad I’m Making All Summer

June 30, 2025

Chicken Caesar salad is generally something I don’t feel needs to be messed with. It’s a classic that always satisfies, whether for lunch or as a light dinner. I can...

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Jimmy Buffett’s Simple Trick for the Best Margarita

June 30, 2025

Why Make This • Quality tequila and fresh lime juice are essential for a balanced, refreshing margarita.• The trick of adding water and serving the margarita without ice enhances the...

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My 1-Ingredient Upgrade for the Best Tomato Sandwich

June 30, 2025

I look forward to tomato season all year long—and it’s finally here!  Whether I grow them at home or snag some beautiful heirloom varieties at the farmer’s market, there’s truly...