Get Dad's Dinner Done With These Tasty Dishes

June 16, 2011— -- Father's Day is almost here and there's not better way to show dad you care than a delicious home-cooked meal. Erin Chase, the author of "The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook" and "The $5 Dinner Mom Does Breakfast and Lunch," is here to help with easy, delicious recipe that the whole family, but especially dad, are sure to love.

Colorful Nachos

The problem with appetizers is that it's too easy to fill up on them. This Father's Day let your starter be an introduction to the meal. Erin's colorful nachos are flavorful, fun, inexpensive and the right way to get the meal started.

Shredded Beef Sandwiches with Red Cabbage and Apple Slaw

After those spicy chips it's time for main event, and a good meaty sandwich is the way to go. This one features shredded fall-off-the-bone beef with bright red cabbage and a sweet apple slaw. This flavorful, yet filling combo is sure to satisfy even the pickiest of dads.

Grilled Red Potatoes

Nothing pairs with beef quite like potatoes, but these aren't your normal mashed, smashed or boiled Idaho ones. Instead Erin Chase picked tasty red potatoes and tossed them in just enough salt, pepper and oil to flavor.

Caramel Cashew Brownies

No dinner is complete without dessert. Erin Chase makes these caramel cashew brownies easy with her step-by-step instructions. After one bite you'll agree that it was worth the effort.