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Whenever I see ground beef on sale, I stock up. Knowing I have a few packages stashed away in my freezer helps solve the nightly question of “What’s for dinner?” I just pull out some ground beef the night before I plan to use it and let it defrost in my refrigerator. When I get home from work the next day I can cook up any of these delicious recipes, including this simple one-skillet spin on boxed burger “helper,” in 45 minutes or less. Bonus: all of these recipe cost $3 or less per serving! Read More »
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My mother-in-law is from Mexico City and over the years she has instilled in me a deep love for Mexican food—and saving money. So when May 5 rolls around I spice things up and show my friends from north of the border what Mexican food is really about with these easy Cinco de Mayo dishes. All of my budget-friendly Mexican recipes are fresh, light and tasty (and best of all inexpensive) to work into our party menu. Here are a few winners that will be on our table... Read More »
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Eating a diet that supports a healthy planet is important to me, but sticking to my food budget is too. Eating green has a reputation of being expensive, thanks to the exorbitant prices we typically see at the local health food store, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Budget-friendly meals can also be sustainable and I like to buy produce that supports local farmers. Here is my favorite salad using locally produced greens and tomatoes (and it’s under $2.50 per serving)... Read More »
Couscous, Lentil & Arugula Salad with Garlic-Dijon Vinaigrette (under $2.50 per serving)
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I’m one of those people who insists on doing her own taxes. I like to see exactly where my money is going, and usually, it’s not going where I want it to. So instead of going out to a local dive bar for a burger and fries to ease the stress, I’m going to tighten my belt and make these delicious recipes for cheap eats.
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Most Americans—me included—are looking for ways to lower their grocery bills. So, to stick to my food budget, I start with affordable ingredients to build a healthy meal around. Here are six nutritious money savers to toss in your shopping cart.
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If you’re like me, both time and money are tight these days. I would love to spend all afternoon cooking an elaborate meal, but that’s not reality. I love pork, and boneless pork chops are my pick of the pig when it comes to quick and easy dinners. Plus at about $3.50 per pound, they make great budget-friendly meals. Perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner that won’t break the bank. Read More »
Pork Chops with Orange & Fennel Salad
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Pasta is quite possibly the best food for making cheap meals. For less than $2, you can buy a pound of pasta. Since two ounces of pasta is a serving size, you'll get four meals for two out of the deal. And you'll get a couple more grams of fiber per serving if you make the switch to whole-wheat pasta. Read More »
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