Buttered Noodles – Spend With Pennies

Egg noodles are tossed in garlic butter and served with a dash of Parmesan cheese for this simple and comforting recipe. Flavor: Rich and buttery with tender noodles, a hint of garlic ...

Greek Sheet Pan Chicken – Spend With Pennies

Chicken thighs are marinated in a zesty citrus honey dressing, baked with potatoes, onions, peppers, and tomatoes, then topped with a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of feta. ...

The Little Things Newsletter #483 – Life, laughter, and lots of great food!

Welcome to the weekend, my friends! Guess what?? I’m giddy over the weather forecast for the next few days. We’re going to be in the 70s, my friends. The 70s. How amazing is that? I know it ...

Shrimp Fajitas – Spend With Pennies

Juicy shrimp, tender onions, and sweet peppers are sautéed with southwest spices and tucked into warm tortillas with all your favorite toppings for the perfect quick weeknight meal. ...

Matcha Ice Cream – Barefeet in the Kitchen

Yes, I did make an ice cream with green tea. And I have no regrets. If you know me well, you might know that I’m not a fan of green tea. It’s just not my thing. But matcha ice cream? It has been a ...

Peach Cobbler Recipe – Spend With Pennies

Frozen peaches are baked in a cake-like topping with cinnamon sugar in this easy old fashioned peach cobbler recipe. It’s warm and bubbly with the perfect crust-to-fruit balance. ...

Creamy Taco Soup | Cookies & Cups

By: Shelly Posted: Aug 21, 2025 This creamy taco soup is a quick and cozy one-pot recipe with ground turkey, veggies, corn, beans, flavor-packed spices, and ...

One Pot Chicken Broccoli & Rice

This easy, one-pot dinner is creamy, cheesy, and gets your vegetables in, too! Everything cooks together in just one pot, which means no extra dishes! Plus, there’s no “cream of” soups in here. The ...

190: Budgeting, Balance & Big Family Dreams

Hi friends! I have a brand new podcast episode live, and today I’m catching you up in a solo episode that’s part life update, part travel tips, and part parenting reflections. Here’s what we chat ...

Reframing the Empty Nest: Finding Yourself After the Kids Leave

Empty-nest season is almost upon us. This rite of passage in the parental journey kicks into high gear in late summer and is often filled with dread and sadness—especially for women—as their children ...