Simple Baked Pears

Baked Pears
Originally uploaded by Simply Frugal

Seasonal fruits combined in a simple dessert

Pears	3
Oranges	1
Raisins	3 Tbsp
Brown sugar	1/4 C
Water	1/3 C
Butter	1 Tbsp

Slice oranges without peeling.
Layer in bottom of baking dish, and sprinkle raisins on top.
Halve and core pears. Place cut side down on oranges.
Mix brown sugar and water, and pour over pears.
Dot with butter, cover, and bake a 325 F for 45 minutes to an hour.


Fancy it up:
Add 1/2 C white wine before you cover the baking dish. A flavor-enhancer that makes the dish stand out.

Extremely Frugal Bread Pudding

Simple Bread Pudding
Originally uploaded by Simply Frugal

BREAD PUDDING
Buy: nothing

Milk	2 1/4 C
Sugar	1/2 C
Cinnamon	1 1/2 tsp
Eggs	2
Bread*	1/2 pound
Raisins	1/2 C

Beat milk, sugar, cinnamon, and eggs in large bowl. Stir in bread cubes and raisins.
Pour into greased casserole.
Bake uncovered at 350 F for 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean.

Serve with custard sauce or hard sauce.

*A slice of bread is about 1 ounce. Use 8 slices, or the equivalent in stale bagels, Italian or French bread, or any leftover yeast rolls. Muffins, biscuits, cornbread, and other quick breads don't work as well.

Extremely Frugal Carrot Raisin Slaw

Carrot Raisin Slaw
Originally uploaded by Simply Frugal

A nice alternative to cabbage is this carrot and raisin combo.

Carrot Raisin Slaw
4 servings

Carrot	2 C
Raisins	2 Tbsp
Mayonnaise	2 Tbsp
Salt	1/4 tsp
Pepper	1/8 tsp

Grate carrots and mix in raisins. Stir in mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Chill for at least 1 hour.