Cheese is often overlooked as a budget-friendly ingredient. Often because it’s usually something we have to use in addition to something else — bread, meat, in soups or salads. It can be over-budget to make meals like quesadillas, nachos, Caesar salad, minestrone or broccoli cheddar soup, the list can go on forever. So many of […]
When it comes to budget-friendly meals and ingredients, you really can’t beat cabbage. Seriously though. I don’t think I’ve ever heard of cabbage being a “high class” dish or ingredient. Ever. It’s so easy to come by and it’s even easier to cook with. Obviously, just because it’s not considered “high class” doesn’t mean it […]
I’m a longtime Starbucks addict, I admit it. But, my Starbucks addiction is not wallet-friendly. It’s particularly hard to pass up the elaborate drinks Starbucks showcases during the holiday season, because they’re just so sweet and frothy. It was hard enough when Starbucks unveiled its pumpkin spice latte (“PSL”) for the fall season. Now, the […]
With the big food holiday just around the corner, we know you’re looking for ways to cut down on cost. Thanksgiving dinner can get quite expensive, especially when you’re the one hosting. We’ve got a few tips from our friends at Everyday Diabetic Recipes on how you can make this holiday season both healthy AND […]
Trying to save money on grocery and meals? Have you ever considered participating in “Meatless Monday”? Pretty much all meatless meals can make for delicious Meatless Monday recipes. It honestly sounds more difficult to do than it is. If you think about it, you probably eat at least one meatless meal a week already. It’s […]
When it comes to budget-friendly meals and ingredients, you really can’t beat cabbage. Seriously though. I don’t think I’ve ever heard of cabbage being a “high class” dish or ingredient. Ever. It’s so easy to come by and it’s even easier to cook with. Obviously, just because it’s not considered “high class” doesn’t mean it […]
Think fast: What’s the easiest, most budget-friendly meal that you could ever make? A casserole of course! The best easy casserole recipes are the cheapest casserole recipes. Seriously though. Why do you need a ton of ingredients if you can make something super delicious with only a handful of items? I don’t know about you, […]
With the big food holiday just around the corner, we know you’re looking for ways to cut down on cost. Thanksgiving dinner can get quite expensive, especially when you’re the one hosting. We’ve got a few tips from our friends at Everyday Diabetic Recipes on how you can make this holiday season both healthy AND […]
Can you believe it’s almost October? The year has flown by, but we’re ready to embrace warm, comforting meals this October. Below you can check out all of the cheap meals that we here at Cheap Eats and Thrifty Crafts plan on making this month. These recipes are easy, affordable, and great for celebrating fall. […]
It can get expensive eating out for lunch all the time. The gourmet coffees and made-to-order sandwiches seem like unimportant purchases at the time, but when you put them all together, it really starts to add up. Small changes in your purchase habits can really add up to big savings over time, which is why […]
