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Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

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June 3, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe

Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce Recipe

I think I could visit Olive Garden every week. Their endless soups and salads really are the best. Since the restaurant is far away from my home, I had to perfect the dressing at home and think I did a pretty good job with this Copycat Olive Garden Dressing. If you love copycat recipes as much as my home, try this Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce. We made this recipe with fresh shrimp (we do live in Florida), but if you use the frozen shrimp, thaw it out ahead.

Ingredients:

Sauce:

1 tbsp Butter
1 1/2 tsp minced Garlic
1/2 cup Heavy Cream
3/4 cup Milk
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1 beaten Egg Yolk
Salt and Pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Pasta & Toppings:

8 oz Fettuccine
6 Medium Raw Shrimp (thawed if frozen)
2 oz Broccoli pieces

Directions:

Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
Steam fresh or frozen broccoli.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Drizzle shrimp with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Cook for 7-8 minutes.
In a skillet or large pan over medium heat, combine butter, garlic, cream and milk.
Cook just until ready to boil and remove from heat.
Temper egg yolk by taking a few spoons of liquid from pan and whisking into egg yolk to raise temperature without scrambling it.
Add tempered egg yolk and Parmesan to pan and whisk to incorporate.
You can gradually add a little more milk if too thick.
Add in pasta and gently toss to combine.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer to plate and add broccoli and shrimp.
Garnish with additonal Parmesan and parsley.

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Make Your Favorite Meals at Home – 25 Copycat Olive Garden Recipes

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June 3, 2016 by FCL Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

25 Copycat Olive Garden Recipes

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One of my favorite dishes when I eat out is Olive Garden’s Capellini Pomodoro. But, it can get pricey at around $10 a plate, and I knew I could make the same thing at home for MUCH less, so I found a fantastic copycat recipe that I am going to try out for dinner this week!

If you have some dishes at Olive Garden that you always crave, you can make the same thing at home at a lower cost, too! Check out our list of 25 Copycat Olive Garden Recipes and see if your favorite is there!

1. Copycat Olive Garden Toasted Ravioli by Frugal Coupon Living

2. Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup by Cooking Classy

3. Copycat Olive Garden Tuscan Garlic Chicken by The Recipe Critic

4. Copycat Olive Garden Salad Dressing by Frugal Coupon Living

5. Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks by Handle the Heat

6. Copycat Olive Garden Black Tie Mousse Cake by Olive Garden at Home

7. Copycat Olive Garden Chicken and Gnocchi Soup by Food, Folks and Fun

8. Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce by Frugal Coupon Living

9. Copycat Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana by Thrifty Northwest Mom

10. Copycat Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno by Olive Garden at Home

11. Copycat Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli Soup by Tammilee Tips

12. Copycat Olive Garden Stuffed Mushrooms by Susannah’s Kitchen

13. Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Marsala by CopyKat Recipes

14. Copycat Olive Garden Lemon Cream Cake by Tammilee Tips

15. Copycat Olive Garden Lasagna Fritta by Tastebook

16. Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Parmesan by Real Reviews by Savvy K

17. Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Carbonara by Olive Garden at Home

18. Copycat Olive Garden Caprese Flatbread by Carrie’s Experimental Kitchen

19. Copycat Olive Garden Lasagna Classico by CopyCat Recipe Guide

20. Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Vino Bianco by The Slow Roasted Italian

21. Copycat Olive Garden Chocolate Lasagna by Deal Wise Mommy

22. Copycat Olive Garden Spaghetti Carbonara by CopyKat Recipes

23. Copycat Olive Garden Tiramisu by Chef Pablo’s

24. Copycat Capellini Pomodoro by Unsophisticook

25. Copycat Olive Garden Tortellini al Forno by CopyKat Recipes

I made the Copycat Minestrone Soup recipe on this list, and it was fantastic! It was super easy to make since everything went in my crock pot, and it’s now going on our dinner rotation! What recipe are you most excited about trying?

Of course these recipes remain my favorite…

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Disney Star Wars Half Marathon

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June 3, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Disney Star Wars Half Marathon

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For all those Walt Disney World Resort fans, get ready for The Dark Side of Force! After a wildly successful Star Wars Half Marathon at Disneyland Resort, the powers that be have decided to bring the fun and excitement to Walt Disney World Resort as well! This Star Wars themed race will be loaded with fun and excitement to fit any age.

The Star Wars Half Marathon – The Dark Side is run Disney’s latest creation and it just might be the best one yet. Slated to be held on April 14,15,16 and 17th, the race will be made up of several different events for every level of fitness. Even the kids will have races to compete in that center around the exciting Star Wars theme.

If you are powerful enough and can channel your inner Jedi, you will finish the 10k and half marathon that they have on tap. That will gain you entry into the special of specials for the weekend – The Star Wars Dark Side Challenge!

If you are a huge fan of Star Wars or simply love to get your run on, this is a weekend you will not want to miss. The entire set up will be Star Wars themed and even the medals will be centered around the Force and Star Wars. There will be prizes, merchandise and tons of character fun throughout this exercise filled weekend so be sure to start training now to get ready!

The Disneyland Resort races are all about the Light Side of the Force and are similarly loaded each time with fun and options. After the huge success they enjoyed, this Star Wars themed race will be all about the Dark Side of the Force.

If you are lucky enough to attend both and complete the special challenges, you will get the ultimate reward for Star Wars skills – The Kessel Run Challenge Medal. The wonderful thing about this contest is the fact that it merges tons of things we love.

In one place you get to enjoy fitness, running, Star Wars and Disney in a competitive environment for all ages. This makes for a weekend well worth the price of admission and something that you and your family will always remember.

The event is set to begin accepting registrations on September 22nd for the East Coast at noon. The excitement is sure to drum up plenty of runners from across the United States and world so be sure to secure your spots early. This awesome event is going to be extremely popular!

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Fritos Bagged Walking Tacos Recipe – Also Use Doritos

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June 3, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Summer

Fritos Bagged Walking Tacos Recipe
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Plan a block party and make it a fun fair or camping theme with this easy to do entree – Walking Tacos are tasty and exciting to each and best of all, clean up in incredibly easy!

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lb Ground Beef
2 tbsp Taco Seasoning
7 Lunch size bags of Fritos*
Shredded Lettuce
Shredded Cheese
Diced Tomatoes
Jalapeno Slices
Taco Sauce
Sour Cream, etc.

Directions:

Brown ground beef and drain.
Add seasoning and 1/4 cup water.
Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
Gently crush chips in each bag.
Open top of bags and roll down edges.
Add a meat and cheese and your favorite toppings and gently toss with a plastic fork.

*Also use Nacho Doritos and Cool Ranch Doritos!

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Sour Patch Grapes Recipe Made with Lime JELL-O Mix

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May 19, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe, Restaurant, Summer

Sour Patch Grapes Recipe
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Fun summer time fun, can you imagine the kids snacking on these outside by the pool or sprinkler. Make these EASY Sour Patch Grapes using Lime JELL-O Mix.

Ingredients:

1 lb White Seedless Grapes
1 box Lime JELL-O
1/2 tsp Citric Acid (optional)

Directions:

Pour dry JELL-O mix into quart plastic bag.
Optionally, add citric acid to make them more sour.
Shake bag to mix well.
Remove grapes from stem and rinse in colander.
While grapes are still slightly damp, toss a handful at a time in the bag and shake to coat.
Pour out coated grapes onto plate, being careful not to dump out powder.
Place in refrigerator for at least an hour.

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Frugal Fashion Friday Relaxed Southern Outfit

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May 15, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Fashion, Frugal Fashion Friday, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media

Frugal Fashion Friday Relaxed Southern Outfit

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It’s another Frugal Fashion Friday. In the south we mix the relaxed with the pearls, with the trucker cap and the comfy flip-flops. Toss in the Yeti and get ready for a day on the boat, at the lake or hitting the surf.

Frugal Fashion Friday Relaxed Southern Outfit

Open-neck Graphic Endless Summer Sweatshirt

Roberts Red Tommy Hilfiger Womens Chino Shorts

Simply Southern Preppy Ball Cap Hat in Navy

14K Gold White Akoya Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings

Yeti Rambler Tumbler Stainless Steel 30 oz

Rainbow Braided Leather Flip Flop

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Frugal Fashion Friday Outfits

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the Night In Valentine’s Day Outfit – Pin It
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the Spring Kimono Cardigan Boho Outfit – Pin It
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Your First UBER Ride is FREE!

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May 13, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media

What is UBER?

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What is UBER? UBER App is Powerful Way to Get Where You Need to Be…Cheaper

If you have visited a larger city, or needed to get somewhere without a car, chances are you have hailed (or tried) a cab. With hailing a cab comes frustrations and irritations. Late arrivals, missed signals and ridiculous and unknown pricing can all cause one to second guess getting a taxi in the city. UBER is a smartphone “taxi” app that came along back in 2009 and has slowly been changing the transportation landscape ever since. This idea is a very interesting take on the economic model we pattern our lives around….we buy and sell based on reputation and convenience.

With UBER, you send a signal through an app that you need a ride. That signal is then given to a driver that is nearby (through the wonders of smartphone and satellite technology) and all payment is done via credit card – no cash necessary. The driver picks you up and then takes you to the desired location. This business model, at it’s core, is pretty solid. You do not need to carry cash OR even tip!

How it Works:

1.) Download the app. Use my Uber promo code, ashleyl4951ue, and get $20 off your first UBER ride.

2.) Request your ride.

3.) Track your driver and their arrival time on your GoogleMaps-like map.

4.) You have your driver’s name and car color and make so you can make sure you get in the right car. They often an UBER sticker on the side of the window. They also have your picture so they will know what you look like.

5.) Place your end location in the app and your driver will get you there. No need to pay (as your credit card info is in the app) or offer a tip.

There are some challenges that UBER has faced over the years, however. One such problem is the safety of the drivers and riders. Because the drivers are vetted to some degree, that is somewhat under control. Drivers MUST PASS background checks and have a constantly monitored driving record that meets certain standards. While not foolproof, it is a fairly solid program to keep riders safe. The flip side of that equation, however, is still somewhat a point of contention. Compared to a taxi, however, there is RECORD of your travel, location and diver leaving a safe history to your whereabouts and who you are with.

Prices are, of course, another important aspect of the program. They implement what is called surge pricing and the model is based on supply and demand. At high traffic times, the pricing goes up. When demand is lower, rides are much cheaper. Compare these prices, though, at all times to a cab. Living in the city (DC), we have found this service to be much cheaper than the alternative. For our family of four, UBER IS EVEN CHEAPER THAN THE METRO!

This is important when selecting a car. There are also many different levels of UBER rides. You can get luxury automobiles, SUV sized vehicles (UBER XL or UBERSUV) and various other types of Uber rides if you are willing to pay for them. The key is to fit the Uber experience to what you are comfortable with. When we have more than 5 people, we always select UBER XL

UBER has carved out one heck of a niche in a powerful market. The company is worth billions and they seem to be expanding all the time. Right now, they are in hundreds of cities across the globe and that number is only going to increase in the coming years. It is the ride of choice for our DC Family of four!

We love UBER…often more affordable than the Metro for larger parties and cheaper than a Taxi. DID YOU KNOW? Your first UBER Ride (up to $20) is FREE?! Go to www.frugalcouponliving.com and search UBER for your code. Grab it now, add it to your app and use later!

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Frugal Fashion Friday Teacher Appreciation Week Outfit

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May 6, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Fashion, Frugal Fashion Friday, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media

Frugal Fashion Friday Teacher Appreciation Outfit

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It’s another Frugal Fashion Friday. It is teacher appreciation weekend. Spoil the teacher you love with these little accessories and touches – lanyard, necklace, bracelet and more! We love this cute and casual look and a peplum top is flattering for anyone!

Frugal Fashion Friday Teacher Appreciation Outfit

Black Women’s Sleeveless Peplum Top

White Women’s Skinny Jeans

Deeta Gold Flats

Red Skinny Belt

Teachers Make A Difference 18″ Apple Pendant Necklace>

School Charms Magnetic Closure Bracelet

Lanyard in Canterberry Magenta

Starbucks Coffee Mug