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!
The holiday season is a time to enjoy the company of friends and family. It is a time to celebrate and be thankful, but if you are hosting the party or dinner you may feel a little stressed out this time of year. I remember when I hosted my first Thanksgiving Dinner with about 15 … Read more
Black Bean Soup is another frugalicious (frugal + delicious) and fast recipe from The Budget Diet girl! It’s a frugal recipe because you’ll spend less than $1 per serving, and it’s made with pantry staples. In less than 10 minutes you’ll have a delicious dinner on the table that tastes like you cooked it all … Read more
Did you know that many Senior Citizen discounts start as early as age 50? We’re flattered to still get carded in our 40’s, and then suddenly we’re offered senior discounts at age 50! Don’t be ashamed, take the discount and enjoy the savings! At a recent visit to Taco Bell my husband, age 47, was … Read more
After eating sausage and peppers at a buffet recently my boyfriend was begging me to make some for him at home. This is a really easy recipe I put together that my boyfriend raved about. He loved the sauce so much we had it over pasta the next night! ~~~~~~~ written by: Kelly Noble … Read more
Early in the school year, I love to make cookies for the teachers, the bus driver, the principal, the secretary and all the folks that help get the school year off to a smooth start. I’ve come up with a clever and inexpensive gift bag to put the cookies in… Start with a simple brown … Read more
SAVE YOUR MONEY when you eat in, not out! It’s frugalicious and fast to make your own fast food plus you’ll know exactly what’s in it! Check out these options for making fast food and options for healthy fast food. Pepperoni Pizza Bites – Instead of Totino’s Pizza Rolls try making Pepperoni Pizza Bites! 1 … Read more
You may have also heard it referred to as Once A Month Cooking (OAMC). The big idea behind freezer cooking is that you make enough meals and freeze them so you don’t have to worry about cooking for up to a whole month! The general goal is to save money and time by cooking for … Read more
Thai Chicken Salad…it’s another frugalicious and fast dinner idea from The Budget Diet girl, and it’s a great way to us up leftover grilled chicken. Serve it for a simple summer supper or take it on a picnic.
Take this shopping quiz to find out what kind of grocery shopper you are, and The Budget Diet will suggest the best grocery shopping tips for you! I usually go to the grocery once a week. True / False I always plan my meals and take a list to the grocery. True / False My … Read more
Family dinner, it’s a challenge for moms night after night. Twelve years ago, when I decided to become a stay at home mom, I felt like my “job description” included cooking…real cooking, not just microwaving some frozen meal. What’s for dinner? It’s a question that’s asked each day in homes everywhere, and it’s a challenge … Read more