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Enjoy The Budget Diet’s Recipe Index – it’s your source for frugalicious and fast recipes! These cheap and easy recipes are neatly categorized, so you can find exactly what you’re looking for. If you see an asterisk (*), these are my most popular recipes according to Google and Pinterest. Please take the time to rate any recipes you try…thanks and happy cooking!
Vinegar is a frugal homemaker’s secret weapon. Not only is it good for cooking or preserving food, but you can also use it for cleaning and even for medicinal purposes. Instead of buying it from the supermarket, why not make your own vinegar? It is surprisingly easy to make, and your budget will definitely thank you. What Exactly Is Vinegar? … Read more
These delicious and colorful Fourth of July scones are a great dessert idea for your holiday picnic. Covered with vanilla glaze and stuffed with berries, these scones will absolutely win the hearts of many patriots. Bake a big batch so you can have snacks after the long weekend. Check out Ericasweettooth.com for the recipe. How to Make Red, … Read more
Celebrate the Fourth of July with a crowd-pleasing creamy potato salad. This classic salad goes well with steaks, barbecue, and other savory dishes. Spices like cilantro and chilies add an extra kick to this popular side dish. Read on and serve a potato salad that is a guaranteed hit.
Want to spice up your sandwiches? Try baking crackling Dutch crunch bread rolls at home! Dutch crunch bread rolls are great for sandwiches and unbelievably simple to make. This yummy bread has a unique topping made from oil, gluten-free rice flour and yeast. These ingredients, when combined with normal dough, creates noticeable stripes in the … Read more
Amazingly, you can make these yummy coconut oil cookies without using an oven. The taste of coconut oil does not overpower the other ingredients: oats, cocoa powder, and peanut butter. What’s more, these cookies are dairy and gluten-free. Here’s a simple recipe for No-Bake Coconut Oil Cookies. These treats are quick to make and packed with healthy … Read more
We spend a large amount of time and energy preparing and eating food every day, and often there is a lot of waste. It is time to change the way we cook and eat. Make kitchen life fun, easy and innovative with these clever food hacks. 1. Prevent brown sugar from clumping together Put a few marshmallows into the jar to … Read more
Wondering what to bring to the next family picnic? Try making these these soft and zesty Hawaiian bread rolls. These pineapple-infused rolls bring to mind tropical beaches and summer getaways. Click on the link below to get the recipe from Handletheheat.com. Bake rolls that are healthier, cheaper, and tastier than store brands. Here’s a recipe for Hawaiian bread rolls. These … Read more
A good hostess knows that the best way to welcome guests is with a tray of appetizers matched with mouthwatering dipping sauces. We gathered 11 delicious dips that are unbelievably easy to prepare and surprisingly affordable. Whether it’s an outdoor barbecue, a casual game night, or a formal dinner, you’ll find a dip here that’s perfect for your party. 1. Tahini Turmeric Dressing or … Read more
Healthy eating and saving money. For many, these concepts are not associated in any way. Why is that? The food industry focuses on meals that are cheap to produce and easy to sell: high-calorie, low-nutrient, convenient fast food. But highly processed foods can affect our health in numerous ways. They make us fat, ill, and incapable of … Read more
Bring a nutritious twist to your usual toasted bread with arugula and feta cheese. Also known as salad rocket, arugula has lots of health benefits and is best served fresh. Kids won’t mind eating their greens in this yummy dish.