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Cold weather comfort food classic: Cottage Pie
I love one-pot dishes and casseroles. There's the perfect marriage of flavors and textures, the easy-peasy prep, and of course, the minimal cleanup!. With temps going below zero with wind chill coming soon to a winter near you, I broke out one of my favorite cold weather comfort food classic recipes, Cottage Pie.
A Bachelor on the Cheap Cook's Tip for juicy meatballs guaranteed
Break out the box grater and shred a potato for guaranteed moist meatballs. I initially used this with a ground chicken meatball recipe. Ground chicken is a very lean meat and can dry out very quickly. Those meatballs were fantastic with the shredded potato addition! I've been putting shredded potatoes into all types of meatball recipes ever since. It not only works well with leaner meats such as chicken and turkey but also with lean grinds like 90/10 and 85/15 ground beef. It enhances the flavor profile as well, even with fattier ground meats such as pork and lamb.
The price difference between Aldi, Dillons & Walmart is less than $1
Where do you prefer to grocery shop? Aldi, Walmart, Dillons (a.k.a., the mainstream grocery store)?. Shoppers tend to be loyal to a particular store, we're creatures of habit after all. Some folks like Aldi because of the consistently low prices and name brands aren't a concern. Others favor Dillons because of the loyalty card and fuel points. Then there are those folks who do their regular grocery shopping at Walmart liking the one-stop shopping convenience for clothes, home & garden, and other general merchandise.
Little Caesar's has improved
My pizza history with Little Caesar's has not been good. I've had overbaked on the verge of burned pizza, underbaked, doughy pizza, and greasy, soggy crust pizza... Little Caesar's (LC) is pretty much at the bottom of my list of pizza joints to order from.
National Cheeseburger Day in Wichita
Today, September 18, honors one of the greatest culinary creations ever created, the Cheeseburger!. Wichita is home to some great burger joints, here's the Bachelor on the Cheap Top 5 Burger Joint List, all local establishments for a fantastic burger experience.
Wendy's New Breakfast Burrito With Sausage is Tasty, but...
Wendy's introduced a new breakfast item about seven months ago, a breakfast burrito with a Baconator mindset... The new menu item features two eggs, SIX strips of bacon, breakfast potatoes, two slices of American cheese, and Swiss cheese sauce, all rolled into a warm tortilla.
Rising Grocery Prices: Aldi, Walmart, Dillons Compared
Where do you prefer to grocery shop? Aldi, Walmart, Dillons (a.k.a., the mainstream grocery store)?. Shoppers tend to be loyal to a particular store, we're creatures of habit after all. Some folks like Aldi because of the consistently low prices and name brands aren't a concern. Others favor Dillons because of the loyalty card and fuel points. Then there are those folks who do their regular grocery shopping at Walmart liking the one-stop shopping convenience for clothes, home & garden, and other general merchandise.
Opinion: Clearing up confusion on Wichita's water restrictions
According to the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) and the U.S. Drought Monitor, the Wichita Metro is currently in a status labeled 'D2', Severe Drought. As a result of the drought, Cheney Reservoir, the primary drinking water supply for Wichita, is more than seven feet below the normal lake level. Put another way, Cheney is about 60% full according to the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Opinion: Walmart drops grocery prices, while Aldi & Dillons raise them in the latest price review
Where do you prefer to grocery shop? Aldi, Walmart, Dillons (a.k.a., the mainstream grocery store)?. Shoppers tend to be loyal to a particular store, we're creatures of habit after all. Some folks like Aldi because of the consistently low prices and name brands aren't a concern. Others favor Dillons because of the loyalty card and fuel points. Then there are those folks who do their regular grocery shopping at Walmart liking the one-stop shopping convenience for clothes, home & garden, and other general merchandise.
May, of Po Boy Pizza, is passing the torch, restaurant to close
Bachelor on the Cheap Update - 07/30/2024: Po Boy Pizza posted the following on the restaurant's Facebook Page earlier today:. We will be changing our closing date from August 6th to tomorrow July 31st so come get some pizza rolls while supplies last!
Bionic Burger Disappoints: Decline in Quality at East Harry Location
A local burger joint with four locations in the Wichita Metro, Bionic Burger used to be a solid choice for a sandwich, a side, and a drink. Keywords, "used to be." As recently as 2022, Bionic Burger scored a respectable 51 out of a possible 63 points on the Bachelor on the Cheap Burger Challenge scorecard, earning 4 out of 5 Bachelor on the Cheap stars and deeming it satisfying, wallet-friendly, and repeat visit worthy. That it's a local establishment, adds to a repeat visit preference.
Tuptim Thai is a must try
Checking off another restaurant on a list of "restaurants to try," my girlfriend Jennifer and I had dinner at Tuptim Thai on a Friday Night Date Night. Nestled in the Shops at Tallgrass Shopping Mall at Rock & 21st (adjacent to Best Buy, and Verizon), we met up at 5:30 pm and all the great things we had heard about the place were true.
Restaurant Hits & Misses: UMI Wichita Shines, Subway Dippers Impress, Sonic Disappoints, and The Kitchen Falls Short
Here's the latest edition of hits & misses, a snapshot review of restaurants I hit recently, be it for a relaxing sit-down dinner, checking out a new joint, re-visiting an old favorite, or grabbing something on the go. Different from the detailed food, restaurant, and bar reviews I do in the Food & Drink category, this is pretty much a quick thumbs up, thumbs down, what's trending, dining deals, and "is it worth it?" category you can refer to. Scroll down for some reading fun!
Opinion: Walmart ties Dillons for most expensive place to grocery shop in this month's price review
Where do you prefer to grocery shop? Aldi, Walmart, Dillons (a.k.a., the mainstream grocery store)?. Shoppers tend to be loyal to a particular store, we're creatures of habit after all. Some folks like Aldi because of the consistently low prices and name brands aren't a concern. Others favor Dillons because of the loyalty card and fuel points. Then there are those who do their regular grocery shopping at Walmart liking the one-stop shopping convenience for clothes, home & garden, and other general merchandise.
Subway Dippers are a great on-the-go snack
Subway recently introduced Dippers to the menu (June 18), I've wanted to try them since the debut, and today, I went for it. A toasted wrap, Dippers are rolled in two 6" pieces of Lavash style flatbread. There are three options with the Dippers:
Food Review: Pueblo Lindo Queso Fresco from Aldi
I love Queso Fresco cheese. It's great on all kinds of Mexican dishes, such as enchiladas, refried beans, and a personal favorite, Mexican street corn. If you're not familiar with Queso Fresco, it's a mild, soft, fresh cheese that crumbles easily with a slightly tangy flavor. It's readily available in most grocery stores including Aldi.
Food Review: Never Any! Country Style Chicken Breakfast Sausage
Looking for alternatives in an attempt to eat a little healthier and reduce my consumption of red meats, I had chicken sausage links for breakfast this morning. Enter - Never Any! Country Style Chicken Breakfast Sausage.
National Fried Chicken Day is Saturday, July 6, 2024
Who doesn't like fried chicken? It's an iconic American food and ranks right up there in popularity with the cheeseburger. If you want to celebrate National Fried Chicken Day in Wichita, here's a list of restaurants offering deals, along with a general list of places to satisfy your fried chicken craving. Lists are in alphabetical order.
Clancy's Cheddar Jalapeno Flavored Popcorn is a MUST try
Thoughtful as ever, my girlfriend Jennifer recently picked me up a bag of Clancy's popcorn to enjoy. She's great with little surprises like that. Exclusive to Aldi, Clancy's makes a full line of snack foods, with over 40 varieties to choose from. I recently reviewed Clancy's Hot Honey Kettle Chips - I LOVE kettle chips - link below.
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