Earn, Save & Live Smart
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!
Good news…here’s a way you can save money at the grocery store – skip grocery shopping this week! Bad news…you’re going to clean out and organize your pantry, refrigerator and freezer! Consider this your challenge for the week! As you clean out and organize your pantry, refrigerator and freezer…write down meal ideas using the items … Read more
I’m always tempted by the homemade granola samples at Whole Foods until I see the price! Thankfully, I’ve created a quick and easy homemade granola recipe that tastes just as good for a fraction of the price. When you make your own granola, you can create different fruit and nut combinations to make the granola … Read more
You clip coupons, you organize coupons, and then you get to the cashier and realize that you forgot your coupons, again! What’s the best way to remember your coupons? PLAN, PLAN, PLAN! The reason most of us forget our coupons is we make unplanned trips to the grocery, we don’t have a list, and our … Read more
A delicious 10 minute vegetarian recipe that’s perfect for Lent or your Cinco de Mayo Fiesta!
An easy Red Beans and Rice Recipe that’s frugalicious, fast and perfect for Mardi Gras! If you want to reduce your prep time to just 5 minutes, opt for the frozen chopped bell pepper, frozen chopped onion and dried minced garlic.
If you’re a chocolate and peanut butter lover, you’ve hit the jackpot! This divine no-bake dessert can be whipped up in no time especially if you substitute a ready made crust. If you use a ready made crust, you will get 2, 9″ pies vs. 1 super thick cheesecake like pie if you make my … Read more
Cookies and Cream is one of my favorite ice cream flavors, so I’m forever creating Cookies and Cream desserts! My latest creation is Cookies and Cream Pie – it’s rich and fudgy with chunks of Oreos and Hershey’s Cookies n Creme drops. Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce recipe
Today kicks off “Chocolate is for Lovers” week on The Budget Diet! Each day, I’ll feature a frugalicious chocolate treat perfect for Valentine’s Day! Lucy from Peanuts said it best, “All I really need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt! Give this 10 minute hot fudge recipe a try, and … Read more
Don’t settle for chips and dip at your Super Bowl Party…wow your friends with super easy, super yummy and super cheap Pepperoni Rolls! These are always a favorite with teens!
Cook Crock Pot BBQ Pulled Pork is sure to satisfy your Super Bowl crowd! Easy recipe for BBQ Pulled Pork – throw a few ingredients in your crockpot this morning, and it will be ready by dinnertime. No slaving over a hot stove!