Whimsical cartons
Families are spending more
time together than they ever
have. Multiple closing of
stores and restaurants due to
Pandemic contributed to this
situation. Some of the restrictions on stores and restaurants have been lifted now.However, budgets are tight and most children are still at home all day.
I am sharing the kid-friendly meals
that my boys loved when they were young. These meals can be enjoyed
by anyone on a budget and want a
quick meal. A family of four people
can eat these enjoyable meals.
Sweet & Sour Franks on Rice
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked rice
12 oz jar Sweet & Sour Sauce
16 oz package hot dogs ( any flavor)
One small green bell pepper, diced
One small onion diced
Oil for frying
Directions
Cut hot dogs into thirds. Fry
hot dogs, onions, & bell peppers.
When hot dogs are brown &
veggies tender add the sauce.
Simmer on medium heat until
sauce is hot & bubbly.
Serve Sweet & Sour Hot Dogs
over rice.
_____________________________________
Meatball Subs
Ingredients:
14 oz bag frozen cooked Italian meatball
24 oz can Pasta Sauce ( any flavor)
8 oz bag shredded mozzarella cheese
8 count package hot dog buns
Directions:
In a large pot, add meatballs
& pasta sauce. Cook on medium
heat until meatballs are thoroughly heated and sauce is bubbly.
Toast buns. Add three meatballs
to each bun and cover with sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.
Serve with chips or side salad.
_______________________________________
Beef-A-Roni
**See note at bottom of recipe
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked macaroni
1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 small bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
24-28 oz Pasta Sauce
8 oz bag shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup cooked macaroni
Oil for frying
Directions:
In large skillet, cook ground
meat, onions, and peppers in
oil on medium heat. Drain grease
after meat is no longer pink and
veggies are tender. Stir in sauce
and macaroni. Mix well. Simmer
on medium heat until sauce is
bubbly. Top with cheese.
Serve with garlic bread
& side salad.
TiP;
Italian Beef-A-Roni
Add 1 tsp of dried Italian seasoning
or dried basil or dried oregano
Add 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
Mexican Beef-A-Roni
Add 1 tsp taco or chili seasoning mix
Add 8 oz shredded pepper jack or
Monterey jack cheese or Mexican blend cheese
No comments:
Post a Comment