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Find tasty, budget-friendly food ideas here! This section is packed with tips on using SNAP/EBT benefits wisely and getting the most out of your grocery budget. From easy recipes that save you money to smart shopping strategies, we’ve got you covered. Learn how to eat well and save at the same time. It’s all about enjoying good food without breaking the bank. Dive into delicious, affordable meal solutions today!
I love Italian restaurants that sprinkle that delectable spice mixture on a small plate, drizzle it with olive oil and give you with a warm, crusty loaf of Italian bread to soak up all that yumminess. I usually eat all the bread and don’t have room for my dinner! Of course, The Budget Diet girl … Read more
Do you have coupon fatigue? Are you tired of clipping, printing and saving coupons week after week? Is couponing just not worth your time? You’re not alone. According to recent statistics from NCH Marketing, coupon redemption has decreased by 3.4%. Millenials and busy moms are looking for ways to save on groceries without using coupons, … Read more
The Budget Diet girl has a money saving challenge for you…take a week off from grocery shopping. Do you think The Budget Diet girl has gone off the frugal deep end and wants you to starve? Actually, if you’re like most American families, you won’t starve. You may not eat as much fresh produce as … Read more
The Thanksgiving Feast for 20. Your annual cookie exchange for the neighborhood. You Christmas Eve open house attended by at least 50 folks. Don’t let holiday parties and family feasts take a bite out of your grocery budget. Try these 8 clever ways to spend less (and stress less) on holiday entertaining. This is an … Read more
Is Pizza Night a a tradition in your family? Maybe it’s every Friday night. Maybe it’s homemade pizza. Maybe you throw in a movie or a board game. If you don’t have a family pizza night, maybe it’s time to start a tradition. The Budget Diet girl likes to think of traditions a inexpensive little … Read more
Appalling Appetizers: Five Festive Halloween Party Snack Ideas The “trick” to creating the most festive Halloween party snacks is to plan “treats” that fit the party theme. Turn common foods into ghoulish delights and colorful, eerie designs. The more ghostly, ghastly and ghoulish, the better. Whether your spooky appetizers are for adults or children, … Read more
Beans are a frugal super food…they cost pennies and are packed with protein and fiber. A can of refried beans costs about $1, and this Crock Pot Refried Bean Recipe can be made for about 50¢. So, what do you do with all these refried beans? Why don’t you have a “Make Your Own Burrito … Read more
I’m a Texan, so Tex-Mex food is a must at least once a week in our house. Mexican Rice is the perfect and obligatory side dish, and it’s so easy to make. Why waste money on those overpriced boxes of Mexican Rice when you can make your own for a fraction of the cost? I … Read more
Good news! The cash back concept has entered the world of grocery shopping. Earn Cash Back on Groceries I just used Checkout 51 for the first time, and I earned $2.00 cash back on my purchase of 4 everyday items – bread, bananas, tomatoes and Tabasco. Even better, I had a coupon for Tabasco, so … Read more
My grocery bill has been smiling ever since Aldi arrived in West Palm Beach. If you have an Aldi in your town, but you haven’t shopped there yet…do your wallet a favor! Before you go, take a look at my Tips for Shopping Aldi, so you’ll be prepared. Now, onto the purpose of this article…to … Read more