As the days grow darker and the nights grow colder, you and your family will likely be craving comfort food; food that will warm you through and put some meat on your bones. For that, there is nothing… Read More >
Simple But Delicious Pie Crust
Nothing but pie crust, this one is easy to do and works like a charm for most any sweet or savory pie! Print Simple But Delicious Pie Crust Everyone needs a simple, go-to pie crust recipe and this… Read More >
Best Super Bowl Crock Pot Recipe Ideas
This Sunday is Super Bowl LII, the biggest day of the year for football fans. For this day, you need just two things: football and food. You can watch the big game on your local TV station, but… Read More >
The Best Buffalo Chicken Dip Crock Pot Recipes on a Budget
Don’t let the cost of entertaining stop you from spending time with loved ones this year. The Budget Diet has your guide to the perfect buffalo chicken dip. This savory snack will turn any gathering into the perfect… Read More >
Try This Easy Sports Drink Recipe
After a lot of physical activity, you need to rehydrate with something more than water. This is because when your body sweats, you lose water and electrolytes. If you simply chug water, the elecytrolyte balance in your body… Read More >
$5 Paleo Meals That Even Kids Will Love
Is it possible to cook Paleo meals on a budget? The answer is yes! Even though non-Paleo foods (like starchy white potatoes, pasta, rice, and bread) are very cheap to buy, you can create healthy meals without… Read More >
DIY: 7 Gourmet Lip Scrubs from Stuff You Have in Your Kitchen
I am willing to admit: prior to writing this, I had no idea what lip scrub was or what it was used for. After researching this list, though, I am a convert! For those as confused as I… Read More >
7 Microwave Mug Meals to Try
I am a huge fan of quick meals. After a long day of work, chaperoning children around, housework, and general errands, I don’t always want to cook an elaborate meal. I do want my kids eating healthy, though,… Read More >
Cooking Hack: 8 Delicious Snacks from Peels and Rinds
Most people pitch the peels and rinds from their fruits and vegetables, but as a money-wise cook, I’m here to tell you that these supposed scraps are actually valuable sources of nutrients. Even better, they’re packed with delicious… Read More >
7 Simple No-Cook Meals for Summer
As the temperature outside climbs, it becomes harder and harder to keep the inside of your house cool. On those days, the thought of standing over a hot stove or turning on the oven is almost enough to… Read More >
7 Ideas for Cooking in Bulk
I used to cook just one meal at a time, but as life got busier and busier, I realized that there was a better way. I discovered that I could save time in the kitchen by cooking food… Read More >
10 Tips for Cooking Meals in Half an Hour
Many days, by the time I wrap up work and start cooking dinner, it’s already about the hour that we should be sitting down to eat. But, there I am in the kitchen with nothing yet started. There… Read More >
How to Make Crunchy Salad Without the Dressing
I love salads, especially for spring and summer meals. One of my favorite parts of a salad is the dressing that ties it all together. But since most store-bought dressings are loaded with calories, they can quickly turn… Read More >
7 Simple Leftover Chicken Recipes
I’m always looking for ways to save money on meals, so leftovers are a no-brainer at our house. Of course, eating the same meal day after day can get awfully boring. That’s why I’m glad I have a… Read More >
10 Healthy Snacks Your Toddler Will Love
Toddlers and snacks just go together, it seems. Little kids’ attention spans have a tendency to run out before mealtime is over, so they end up hungry again shortly afterward. Instead of fighting against this common behavior, savvy… Read More >
7 Super Easy Chocolate Recipes That You Can Make at Home
Oh, chocolate, how I love thee. Let me count the ways. I’ll take chocolate in just about any form, but it’s incredibly special when it comes straight from my own kitchen. Whether you consider yourself a novice or… Read More >
10 Easy Breakfasts That You Can Make Ahead of Time
If your house is anything like mine, then mornings are awfully busy. And, despite the fact that they say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, it’s easy for making a morning meal to get pushed… Read More >
10 Quick and Easy Meatless Recipes for Lent
I remember Lent growing up, and dishes during that time were usually rather bland and tasteless. I also recall my mother spending hours in the kitchen, trying to come up with meatless dishes that would appeal to her family…. Read More >
8 Back of the Box Recipes That You Need to Try
Please tell me that I’m not the only one who never remembers that I need to make a dish for a get-together until I’m already at the grocery store. When this happens — more often than I’d like… Read More >
16 Healthy Snacks That Will Keep You Full Longer
Recently, I decided I wanted to begin a healthier lifestyle and lose a few pounds. To learn how, I naturally turned to the Internet. Like many, I thought eating healthier foods meant I would be hungry more often…. Read More >