10 Minute Taco Soup – Vegetarian
Just 6 ingredients for this vegetarian 10 minute Taco Soup that will taste like it simmered all day! If you’re not in the mood for a meatless meal, add some chicken!
Smart Food
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!
Homemade Granola
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
Help! I always forget to use my coupons.
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
Black Beans and Rice
A delicious 10 minute vegetarian recipe that’s perfect for Lent or your Cinco de Mayo Fiesta!
Crock Pot Red Beans and Rice
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. Photo courtesy of nuchylee / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe
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 Pie
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
Best Fudge Recipe
Chocolate is for Lovers Week continues on The Budget Diet, and if you’re looking for a quick and easy chocolate treat…make heart shaped fudge! If you’ve never made homemade fudge, this is the recipe to try! It’s easy, foolproof and only takes 10 minutes…no candy thermometer required! The average price per pound of fudge from … Read more
Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce
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
Pepperoni Rolls
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!