You can never have too many cheap and easy casserole recipes in your wheelhouse (aka your recipe book). They make for the best weeknight dinners as well as potluck-pleasers. They’re so simple to throw together that, even if I’ve had a long and tiring day at work, I always have enough energy to whip up […]
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 […]
As much as I love baking dessert recipes from scratch, it’s really, really hard to beat the allure of recipes with cake mix. Not only does cake mix make for a pretty delicious treat, but it also makes baking so easy! Instead of needing a ton of different ingredients (which, to stock them in your […]
The South has a secret, and that secret is grits. Grits are an awesome Southern standard that are rich, creamy, and surprisingly simple to make. Even though every spoonful of grits tastes like a million bucks, they are secretly one of the cheapest recipes you could ever make. Let’s break it down: 2 cups whole […]
Refusing to break the bank, does not mean your dishes need to suffer. One of the heartiest, hassle-free, and budget-friendly recipes you can make is chili. It’s also incredibly easy to transform and easily feeds a crowd. You can tweak your dish from the traditional ground beef version, to substituting shredded chicken, or even omitting […]
Crafting isn’t just a hobby; it’s a way of life! One of the best things about being a crafter is finding ways to express the different sides of yourself in the projects you make. If you have a strong connection to your faith, you will be pleased to find some wonderful religious craft projects below. […]
Can you believe it’s already October? It feels like 2014 has just flown right by! With the end of the year swiftly approaching, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate. Whether you’re inviting friends over to watch the big game or you’re starting to think ahead to all of the different holiday celebrations on the […]
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. […]
As cool autumn weather begins to roll in, I love to start making all sorts of comfort foods to keep me warm. I think chicken casserole recipes are just about the best thing you can make in the fall because they are so rich and filling. It’s hard to care that it’s cold and dreary […]
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 […]
