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Cherry tomato season means finding new ideas to enjoy these healthy, garden fresh favorites. This is one great fun recipe. Click to see full details...
Love the Chili's Queso Dip? Well, now you can make it home and save a ton of money with this recipe. Click to see full details...
Looking for fun patriotic foods this season? Well you can find a fresh fruit treat that makes a healthy addition to your patrotic party. Click to see full details...
Who wants to heat the house in the heat of the summer? Not us! So you can find your next summer dinner in this list. Click to see full details...
Crockpot meals make life so much easier and so this is an easy take on meatloaf that your whole family will enjoy. Click to see full details...
Want a healthier treat for the kids? Well, they will love to eat Disney Frozen Trail Mix with this recipe that also includes homemade granola too. Click to see full details...
We've had a hard time finding ways to enjoy radishes besides diced on a salad. Well, we created this recipe and now we are all in love with radishes! Give it a try and a taste and see what you think. Click to see full details...
Have you tried this incredible dish at Olive Garden? Well, I had to figure out how to make this because I wanted to eat it all of the time. And this homemade version does the trick, super tasty, crunchy and frugal...plus we save even more eating it at home. Click to see full details...
THIS is the tomato recipe of the year! This is an AMAZING tomato dish and you will be in love once you try it. Click to see full details...
Looking for your next great BBQ idea to be the family on the block everyone wants to visit? Fire up that grill and put these recipes to the test. Click to see full details...
Take your burger to the next level with the secret of the In-N-Out Burger Sauce. You can add it to any BBQ and your party will be the biggest hit. Click to see full details...
Another light recipe on our site that will please the taste-buds and satisfy you too. Click to see full details...
COFFEE....yes, it's all here. Find your next favorite way to enjoy coffee in this comprehensive list of recipe ideas. Click to see full details...
Feeding baby with what he/she needs is easy and even easier once you learn how to make your own cereal. Click to see full details...
Have a lot of apples? Why don't you try making your next main dish or side with apples. They are not just for dessert you know. Click to see full details...
This is a recipe that is on the lighter side in our recipe gallery that makes for the yummiest of salads, frugal and refreshing. Click to see full details...
This is not your mama's BBQ sauce. Big on flavor and big on savings. Click to see full details...
What a great way to enjoy pears! This is an amazing recipe with amazing results perfect for lunch, dinner, breakfast or snack to share. Click to see full details...
Best Way To Freeze Individual Eggs (Single Egg Ice Tray Freezing Method) Click to see full details...
These are so cute and fun and a very frugal, festive dish to serve. The trick to make these carrot shaped is so super simple too! Enjoy. Click to see full details...
This chicken dish recipe is so amazing and it tastes like a million bucks, but is quite frugal to make. Click to see full details...
Sometimes the best things in life are the original! Enjoy the rich flavors and comfort of the Classic Beef Stew. Click to see full details...
Make your own granola bars and save money and control the ingredients with this each recipe for homemade granola bars or bites. Click to see full details...
This is one of our family's favorite restaurants and our favorite dish at that restaurant. But we can't just 'eat there whenever we feel like it' due to living on a budget, but we can make this same 'expensive' dish at home and feed the whole family of 7 for $5. Click to see full details...
Copycat recipes are always nice to have because living on a budget means skipping meals out often! Well, sometimes you just have favorites, but you can recreate them at home on a dime - just like this popular Olive Garden soup. Click to see full details...
Hard boil and egg...in an oven! They turn out perfectly everytime. Click to see full details...
A 5-minute, 2-ingredient, $2 dollar appetizer dip is the way to go with this decadent fruit dip. Click to see full details...
Want to learn how to make bread in a crockpot? This is an easy solution and way to enjoy that homebaked goodness. Click to see full details...
This is a very enjoyable and lovely way to enjoy fresh veggies and share a yummy snack, lunch or appetizer with those you love. Click to see full details...
Cauliflower is a great, healthy, frugal produce staple to include in your menu, but it can get boring to prepare. This Cauliflower Chowder is a perfect way to enjoy this health food. Click to see full details...
We all love avocados and we can make easy and cheap meals with a big bag of tortilla chips and this awesome recipe. Click to see full details...
Make your own cheese ball for less, but with much better taste and freshness. This is an awesome recipe that is loved by anyone at any gathering. Click to see full details...
There actually is a trick to properly rim glasses for parties and get togethers and this is the way to do it. Click to see full details...
Enjoy turkey anytime of the year and get many meals out of it with these recipes. Click to see full details...
Save money and enjoy the creamy taste of hot chocolate with this homemade hot cocoa mix that is super easy to make. Click to see full details...
Replace the store-bought ranch dressings and the mixes with this versatile DIY ranch mix. This not only makes the dressing, but many recipes too. Click to see full details...
We love Kale and can pick it up for an inexpensive price year round. This salad is a great way to enjoy it, even for those that don't like kale or other greens. Give this a whirl instead. Click to see full details...
We love squash and this amazing and easy recipe takes it to a whole new level. Click to see full details...
Apples and tortillas are both a frugal staple - well you can combine these two for a wonderful, gourmet dish that will please all. Click to see full details...
Nothing like the smell of warm apples slow cooking with the yummy end result of apple butter - this is how to do this in a crockpot too. Click to see full details...
Make the classic fried zucchini, or if you deal with food allergies, here's the recipe to enjoy the classic with food allergies in mind. Click to see full details...
We have tried many homemade and store-bought versions of gluten-free flour - THIS is the ONE we say is best - it's just like the real thing. Click to see full details...
If you are wanting to find some fresh, new ways to cook and use peppers of all kinds, this is the list of recipe ideas to try. Click to see full details...
Saving money on meat is crucial to cutting the grocery budget and figuring out this category of food buying can dramatically cut your grocery bill. Follow these tips for huge savings. Click to see full details...
It isn't everyday that you get to go to a steakhouse, so when you do and you have leftovers, enjoy that steak again, just like it was in the restaurant with this tip. Click to see full details...
Pumpkin bread is always a treat and this one is made with some frugal and healthy shortcuts and made with muffin mix. Plus, you will find a gluten-free version too. Click to see full details...
Save money and save your family’s health with a homemade version of this fun snack. Click to see full details...
If you are looking for a great deal on bulk chicken for your recipes and stock-up, you need to check this out. Click to see full details...
Cherry tomatoes are a popular version of the classic tomato, but the recipes and uses are different and so here's how to enjoy your abundance of cherry tomatoes. Click to see full details...
Save money and save your family’s health with a homemade version of this fun snack. Click to see full details...
This has been a crowd-pleasing, family favorite dish for many years. Click to see full details...
Save money and save your family’s health with a homemade version of this fun snack. Click to see full details...
Fresh ideas for using your cucumbers that are yummy and satisfying. Click to see full details...
Tomatoes are a yummy frugal staple and we share many frugal ideas that are also healthful ideas. Click to see full details...
Want to try some new and tasty recipes for the Thanksgiving dinner? Well, these are some festive fall foods turned into Thanksgiving sides and dishes. Click to see full details...
A frugal recipe that has hundreds of uses and replaces the grocery-store version to save you money. Make in bulk for more savings. Click to see full details....
Use up your zucchini and squash with this collection of recipes and ideas. Click to see full details...
Grilled zucchini is a fantastic and quick way to enjoy this yummy vegetable. Click to see full details...
Radishes don't seem to have many usage ideas, not anymore with these helpful ideas. Click to see full details....
Make your own cooking spray to save money and health. It is so ridiculously easy to make. Click to see full details...
Kale is a favorite in our house - yes, even the kids love it and these ideas have helped all of us love it. Click to see full details...
Spinach has many versatile uses and so we want to share these many ideas with you. Click to see full details...
You can perfectly cook a ton of corn on the cob effortlessly with this cool tip and trick. Click to see full details...
Nothing beats fresh green beans for a fresh garden veggie - learn many new recipes and ideas to spruce them up each week. Click to see full details...
With this list of ideas, you can make sauteed green beans different every time. Click to see full details...
Allergen-friendly, healthful, fun and convenient - not to mention frugal. Click to see full details...
It can be hard to know what to do with eggplants, but there are many very delicious ideas and this collection may help. Click to see full details...
Gluten-free, filled with protein, yumminess and health with this crowd-pleasing, kid-friendly, happy-hubby surprise dish. Click to see full details...
Salmon is a rare treat in our house - so cooking it perfect the first time is a must. Here's the tip passed onto you. Click to see full details...
Our kids LOVE this fun and festive drink that has become a summer tradition. Click to see full details...
Quick meals, summer picnics, pot lucks or cold meals - this is the place to find ideas. Click to see full details...
Pasta is a frugal staple, but it is not always healthful - these tips make serving up pasta a bit more healthful. Click to see full details...
This is our preferred way to eat taco salads. This recipe is also filled with extra tips for saving money and health. Click to see full details...
Going camping? Don't sacrifice the food and enjoy comfort foods over the fire with these yummy recipes. Click to see full details...
This is a frugal family favorite, partly inspired by the Duggar family with our own twists. It really is a kid-friendly, fun, frugal casserole. Click to see full details...
This is our favorite way to prepare and serve up asparagus. Enjoy! Click to see full details...
Parties, picnics, potlucks, or just an easy, quick family dinner - pasta salads may be the frugal answer and here's many options. Click to see full details...
I actually learned this from my aunt when I was a teen helping prepare holiday meals. It is so good and easy, we've been doing it ever since. Click to see full details...
Hollandaise sauce is great on asparagus and eggs benedict and we found the trick for super simple prep. Click to see full details...
This is a top recipe on our site as it is a crowd-pleasing, fun meal and way to feed a crowd a yummy pizza appetizer or the meal for a small group. Click to see full details...
Don't use artificial ingredients to dye the eggs that you and your kids will be eating, make a natural version instead. Click to see full details...
Save health and money by replacing your store-bought version with a homemade bulk version. We use this for hundreds of dishes. We love the versatility too. Click to see full details...
How-To Guide on replacing store-bought versions with your own. Many benefits including ease, health, saving money and dietary issues. Click to see full details...
Stop buying canned beans! This is the WAY TO GO. The cost difference is awesome and it really is an easy process. Click to see full details...
Strawberries and spinach go well together, but even better with this homemade vinagrette. Click to see full details...
This is a popular recipe on our site - WHY? Because everyone will actually eat Brussel Sprouts now. Click to see full details...
A healthier, MUCH cheaper, fun, Kid DIY way to pop up a bag of this healthful snack in minutes. Click to see full details...
Yes, CREAMY cornbread is what you read and this is the best cornbread recipe that melts in your mouth. Click to see full details...
A special dish favorite. Perfect for holiday meals, gatherings and potlucks, not matter the time of year - it fits them all. Click to see full details...
A frugal one-dish dinner that is a mock lasagna, which saves time in prep with lots of frugal hacks too. Click to see full details...
This has been one of the best freezer meal prep ideas we have implemented. Breakfast needs to be quick and this is the ticket. Click to see full details...
Down-home comfort food in this recipe that does not require tons of prep time. These rolls are melt-in-your-mouth buttery soft goodness that will please all. Click to see full details...
Peaches and chicken? Yes please! This is a GREAT recipe and a great combination of foods for a yummy dinner recipe that is taste bud pleasing all of the way. Click to see full details...
This is a very surprising recipe. It may not sound too great, but it is AMAZING! . Click to see full details...
Broccoli is the star of our dinner table now with this recipe and combination of yummy ingredients. Click to see full details...
Don't rush to the store for ranch dressing - make your own in less than 5-minutes. Click to see full details...
Breads are comfort food and this is the Italian comfort food to couple with your Italian dishes or any dish really. Click to see full details...
The NEXT green bean casserole. Kids are so excited when this enters the table at meal time. It is yummy comfort food that uses frugal ingredients and little time. Click to see full details...
It is smart to buy a bulk bag of grits for less and then use the grits to also make cornmeal and corn flour. Click to see full details...
This is HOW TO COOK BACON! It is so easy and will cook perfectly without burning. Click to see full details...
We love this recipe, in fact we have it a few times per month because it also uses up all of our leftovers at the end of the week. Click to see full details...
SOS is a miracle mix that you can make creamed anything, sauces, gravies and cheese sauces with this one healthier mix. Click to see full details...
Make a creamy, juicy and mouth pleasing version of spinach with this delicious recipe. Click to see full details...
Making the SOS Miracle Mix to replace all of your canned cream soups, gravies and sauces, then check out this healthier alternative for the bouillon. Click to see full details...
Alex does not like celery, but this has been his favorite soup! It is THAT good. Click to see full details...
This is a favorite, frugal, tasty and easy casserole to prepare and serve up for up any dinner. Click to see full details...
Baked potato soup is down-home comfort food and is cheap to make, but tastes amazing. This is a great recipe and dish. Click to see full details...
Broccoli and cheese soup? Yes please! And here's a recipe with the short cuts too. Click to see full details...
Don't buy cream of mushroom soup for eating or cooking! Make this easy homemade version that has shortcuts for you to save money and health. Click to see full details...
SOS is a miracle mix that you can make creamed anything, sauces, gravies and cheese sauces with this one healthier mix. Click to see full details...
Celebrate the Olympics with fun themed foods! These are easy and fun. Click to see full details...
A bit of shredded chicken and another simple ingredient and you have 2 gourmet sandwiches in the slow cooker. Click to see full details...
THIS is the way to grill a burger that is moist and full of flavor. Click to see full details...
A super-lucious fruit dip that is made with only 2-ingredients. Click to see full details...
We LOVE this potato salad - it is a unique potato salad that is full of flavors. Click to see full details...
A popular recipe because it is easy, yummy, affordable and great for potlucks and crowds. Click to see full details...
Crock pot tacos - yes please! It's too yummy and easy to not do. Click to see full details...
THIS IS THE MOST POPULAR recipe on our site. We are amazed at the popularity as it is technically not a salad, but nothing but flavors. Click to see full details...
Filling, frugal food that is satisfying and yummy is just what the family ordered. This yummy dish may succeed in that goal. Click to see full details...
Our kids' favorite dish as they get to build their own haystack and we get to use up all of the leftover foods at the end of the week. Click to see full details...
Nothing beats fresh ranch dressing made with love at home. Did you know it is super easy? Well, here's that awesome recipe. Click to see full details...
Whenever we can stock-up on pineapple for cheap, we do! Then we freeze it for long term storage. Find the tips here to help. Click to see full details...
We eat a lot of eggs and so when we can get them on sale, we want to preserve them for future use and this is the way to do it. Click to see full details...
Spaghetti squash is a wonderful veggie, plus you can use it as a pasta replacement and these recipes are also a great way to eat. Click to see full details...
Fresh produce is a must in our home - it's our #1 weekly food purchase. So we NEED to save money on it and here's 30 tricks. Click to see full details...
Making your own applesauce is so ridiculously easy and rewarding that you will fall in love with it. Click to see full details...
It is so easy, kids can make it too! It becomes a fun project and experiment. Check it out. Click to see full details...
Love the Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits? Make them at home with this recipe. Click to see full details...
This tip and trick of ours has been so popular that it has been featured in national magazines. Don't miss out. Click to see full details...
Sometimes you just need a loaf of soft, fluffy, basic white bread. This is that recipe. Click to see full details...
This is a fun, festive drink! We enjoy this on holidays and can be made non-alchoholic for kids too. Click to see full details...
Getting kids to eat healthy snacks can be hard, but presenting the in fun ways ensures they are eaten. Click to see full details...
We can make several meals out of one roast and this is one - uses leftover beef and potatoes - or start from scratch. Click to see full details...
We have this dish at least once a week...and it is different every time because this recipe uses up your leftover proteins and your remaining veggies from the week so you don't waste but enjoy a healthful meal. Click to see full details...
Jennifer
Hi Cassie, I’m trying to look through your recipes, but can’t seem to get any to come up. Is this page working?
Alex
Hi Jennifer,
So sorry for the difficulties. Do you see all of the pictures? If not, maybe it just needs a few more seconds to load. If you do see the pictures, you can view them all by default or click on one of the category tags at the top to filter the options. Then on the actual pictures, each one says “click here for the details” and this will take you to the post with the recipe. Please let me know if that helps! Thanks Jennifer
shany
yes it does,
did you press one of the options?
they are under the picture…
Michelle Vick
I cannot access any of the recipes. No pictures come up after 20 minutes. Tried clicking on the category tags and that does not work.
Would love to be able to access these.
Thanks!
Michelle
Jenn K
Hello,
I love your blog and subscribe to the newsletter. The newsletter recently included a recipe for apple and cheese quesadillas. I can’t find the newsletter (I have been keeping them but must have deleted that one – of course!). I also can’t find the recipe on your website. Has it been posted yet? Is there a way you could re-send that newsletter to me? I bought all the ingredients, and then didn’t save the recipe 🙁
Take care!
Jenn K
Jenn K
Please disregard my previous request…I found the newsletter in my email trash bin. Thank goodness it doesn’t get emptied as quickly as the one at home! I’m so pleased to have found this recipe. Thanks again!
j.j.
I, too, cannot ‘draw’ up the recipes! You really have some I wanted!
j.j.
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Renee Aitken
i’ve clicked on the little tab that says replace store bought, and it goes no where. i tried other of the little tabs, same thing. really interested in finding out about a lot of this….i know the challenges i’ve followed were from 2014, so maybe links are broke or no longer active maybe? hope to hear soon.
renee
ChristopherMcCutchen
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