I watch Food TV from time to time and started noticing the shows focusing on feeding your family for under $10 and my first thought was, that’s not that hard…$10 goes a long way, especially if you give it some thought. I considered the methods chef’s use to manage their costs and wondered if this is something that would help people.

This is a quick and easy entrée you can whip up for date night! It pairs perfectly with the Sweet Potato and Asiago Gratin, which can be made ahead of the meal and rewarmed for dinner. That makes preparing this meal deceptively easy!

Need a great side dish to go with your next meal?  I get asked for this recipe over and over.  Sweet Potatoes give an old standard a new twist.  Paired with grilled or roasted meat, it's a winner for sure!  This can also be prepared the day before and precooked…making the final cooking the day you want to serve it breeze.

I encourage you to use produce in season and local to your area, so the moment you can find these in your farmers market, you have to make them.  (You can make them using frozen but they aren't as good) The almonds add a lovely texture and body and the lemon gives everything a bright finish.  They are also an easy side to prepare partially and finish just before dinner.  The gift of time when you are entertaining is always a BONUS!