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!
So you want to save money on groceries – doesn’t everyone? A trip to the grocery store – even for just a few kitchen staples – can add up quickly, but what if you’re not a coupon cutter? Well, don’t worry. There are still plenty of ways that you can cut that grocery bill significantly. … Read more
If you want to kick your basic box brownie mix up a notch, this Hershey’s Symphony Candy Bar Brownie Recipe is for you! Don’t get me wrong, I love a basic brownie, but I love Hershey’s Symphony Candy Bar Brownies even more. Until you taste these brownies, it’s hard to imagine that simply adding candy … Read more
I’ve always loved the flavor of Good Seasons Italian dressing, but at nearly $1 a packet it’s hard to love. Good news for frugal fans of Good Seasons…you can make your own homemade Good Seasons Italian Dressing Mix! Open up your spice drawer and in less than 5 minutes you’ll have the equivalent of 3 … Read more
According to a recent survey by RetailMeNot.com, 12% of Americans surveyed said they would be turned off if their date used a coupon or deal to pay for dinner. Really? Be savvy, be bold and be not afraid to take advantage of a Valentine’s Restaurant deal. Why don’t you double-down and be a frugal foodie … Read more
The Super Bowl is just a week away, and you know what that means: Super Bowl Parties. Some go for the sports – I go for the commercials and the snacks. When feeding the football fans, you don’t need to spend a ton of time and money on fancy appetizers. For this occasion, queso dip … Read more
I host a huge cookie exchange every year, and one year, somebody brought pretzels packaged in zip loc bags. It was a bit unusual since most guests actually bake cookies that are elaborately packaged. My teenage boys thought it was hilarious that someone put pretzels in a zip loc bag instead of baking cookies. Their … Read more
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Buca di Beppo®. All opinions are 100% mine. “Fiasco” is the term we affectionately use for our Thanksgiving Dinner Disaster of 2012. Some families have Thanksgiving food disasters like lumpy gravy or the dreaded dry turkey. Our disaster had absolutely nothing to do with … Read more
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
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
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