I’m Maria, a passionate home cook with a mission to help you create delicious meals on a budget. As a wife and mom of three boys, I know how important it is to make every dollar count without sacrificing taste or quality. With my background in financial analysis and my love for cooking, I’ve developed a unique approach to meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking that will inspire you to save money while still enjoying gourmet meals at home.
Black Beans Are Out Here Getting a Bad Rap!
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I can't believe I used to serve black beans as just...black beans. I love black beans canned or home cooked, but here's the deal, THEY NEED SEASONING! The perfect blend you ask? Garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, a little smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Drain them, rinse them, and sauté them in a pan with those spices, and chef's kiss! It's not that hard! I'll make up a quick burrito bowl with black beans like that instead of meat and you'd never know you've gone without. AND there are a few more recipes with black beans I like that don't even require the seasoning... Try: Black Bean Crunchwrap Supremes, Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili (perfect for the fall so maybe wait a few), Mexican Pasta Salad (yes, pasta salad with beans! Crazy but actually so good!), Tex Mex Skillet, and a personal fav - Mexican Fried Rice Tonight I cooked up this delicious bean bowl that is actually almost an asian vibe! It's super healthy and so pantry friendly! This recipe will be in the August Meal Plan inside Pantry Cooking academy. The meal plan will be going out on Sunday 7/28. I know you're a go-getter, or want to be (wink, wink) so make sure to click the link below and enroll before Sunday so you can receive the mix-and-match meal plan as early as possible and get started planning your month! Oh and bonus, you also get my 4-week Smart Spend Bootcamp...It's never too early to start saving money on your groceries! 🔗 Click here to get started today and claim your membership! Dedicated to helping you save money on groceries, Maria Ronan P.S. Don't forget to use what you have on hand! |
Meals With Maria
I’m Maria, a passionate home cook with a mission to help you create delicious meals on a budget. As a wife and mom of three boys, I know how important it is to make every dollar count without sacrificing taste or quality. With my background in financial analysis and my love for cooking, I’ve developed a unique approach to meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking that will inspire you to save money while still enjoying gourmet meals at home.
Hi Friend! With the school year in full swing, things are getting busier than ever around here! Sound familiar??? Whether it's soccer practice, swimming lessons, or LEGO club, our weeknights can get a little hectic. But no matter how busy we get, I always try to make sure we sit down to a hot, nutritious meal together as a family. That’s where make-ahead casseroles come in handy for us! Whether I prep them on the weekend, in the morning, or the night before, these casseroles are a lifesaver...
The weekly breakfast grind is real, isn’t it? Every morning, you’re faced with the same question: What’s for breakfast? And it’s not just for you—what about the rest of the household? It’s a simple question that often turns into a daily struggle, even with a stocked fridge. Sometimes, it feels like there’s no answer in sight. Last spring, I decided enough was enough. I took a hard look at our daily routines and made a commitment to make mornings easier for everyone. After months of battling...
Are you tired of planning delicious but complicated meals only to find they don’t fit into your busy schedule? Or perhaps you’ve tried thrifty meal plans that your family just won’t eat? Maybe you’ve given up on meal planning altogether, feeling like it's just not for you. There are a million reasons why meal planning hasn't worked for you in the past, and that’s probably because there are a million different ways to do it. With so many gurus and exciting plans online, it’s easy to feel...