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On the Table

Egg-Free Brownies (No Weird Ingredients!)

Need brownies but don’t have eggs? These gooey, fudgy, homemade brownies contain no weird ingredients, but they’re perfect for egg-allergies and budget-friendly baking.

Dairy-Free Recipes, Dessert, Egg-Free Recipes, Healthier Desserts, Make Ahead, Recipes, Vegan Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes

by Steph

Picadillo (Mexican Beef & Potato Stew)

An authentic, frugal, hearty, ground beef staple that uses a few ingredients and costs pennies per serving. Picadillo is also gluten-free, dairy-free and Whole30 approved!

Beef, Dairy-Free Recipes, Egg-Free Recipes, Gluten-Free Recipes, Main Dish, Recipes

by Steph

How to Make Cheap Smoothies

Frugal hacks to help you get the most out of your smoothies and your grocery budget. Includes tips on freezing produce (oranges, anyone?), which vegetables go well in smoothies, and more.

Breakfast, Dairy-Free Recipes, Drinks & Smoothies, Egg-Free Recipes, Gluten-Free Recipes, Recipes, Snacks, Vegan Recipes, Vegetable Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes

by Steph

Just Served

How We’re Trying to Eat More Vegetables

Here are 21 simple ways to eat more vegetables on a budget! Get recipes, tips, and strategies for picky eaters too.

Frugal Kitchen, Healthy Living

by Steph

Potato Nachos (Potachos)

This started as a way to use up leftover potatoes, but potato nachos quickly became one of my new favorite easy dinners. Enjoy!

Gluten-Free Recipes, Main Dish, Recipes, Side Dish, Vegetarian Recipes

by Steph

Ranch Dip Recipe

This easy ranch dip recipe is delicious, addictive, and uses simple ingredients. Use it on veggies, chips, potatoes, and more. It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Appetizers, Condiments & Spices, Dips, Make Ahead, Make-It-Yourself Recipes, Recipes, Salad Dressing Recipes, Side Dish, Snacks, Vegetable Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes

by Steph

Dairy-Free Frosted Sugar Cookies

A delicious dairy-free sugar cookie recipe plus tips on how to freeze Christmas cookies – both the dough and finished cookies. If you are not dairy-free, don’t worry! I’ll share the classic ingredients in the recipe too.

Dairy-Free Recipes, Dessert, Healthier Desserts, Holiday Recipes, Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes

by Steph

Gift Ideas Under $30 (Men, In-Laws, Adult Children, Tweens)

Gift ideas for the most difficult people on your list – men, adult children, in-laws, and tween boys. And these are all budget-friendly and under $30!

Frugal Kitchen, Holidays

by Steph

Budget-Friendly Stocking Stuffers (Printable!)

Simple, budget-friendly stocking stuffer ideas with real food treats and a reminder that YOU get to decide what Christmas looks like in your family.

Holidays

by Steph

Whole Wheat Muffins (No Sugar)

This is the whole wheat muffins recipe you’ve been looking for: real food, simple ingredients, naturally sweetened, and lots of flavor variations!

Bread Recipes, Breakfast, Dairy-Free Recipes, Egg-Free Recipes, Side Dish, Vegan Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes

by Steph

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