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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

Easter on a Budget

Here are a bunch of budget-friendly, healthy(ish) Easter gift ideas. From baskets to eggs, if you’re trying to save money and eat healthy, you’ll find what you need here.

Holidays

by Steph

Easy Greek Quinoa Salad

This easy Mediterranean-style quinoa salad is vegetarian, gluten-free and loaded with vegetables. Plus, you can adjust it to your tastes and what you have in the fridge!

Dairy-Free Recipes, Egg-Free Recipes, Gluten-Free Recipes, Main Dish, Recipes, Side Dish, Vegan Recipes, Vegetable Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes

by Steph

Dinner Rolls Recipe

Use this easy recipe for the best simple homemade dinner rolls! I’ve been making this one for almost 20 years, and it’s our favorite.

Bread Recipes, Dairy-Free Recipes, Egg-Free Recipes, Make Ahead, Make-It-Yourself Recipes, Recipes, Vegan Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes

by Steph

Pallet Garden: A Cheap Way to Grow Your Own Food

Looking for a cheap way to grow your own fruits and vegetables? The pallet garden started as a way to dabble in gardening without spending a lot of money.

Frugal Kitchen, Garden

by Steph

We Spent $25 a Week on Food. Here’s What We Ate.

Here’s what we ate on a $25 a week grocery budget – trying to eat as healthy as we could!

Frugal Kitchen

by Steph

Easy Garden Tools (Grow Food Anywhere!)

Need budget-friendly, easy garden tools? Here they are! You can grow food wherever you live – from an apartment with a shaded balcony to a yard full of sunshine.

Frugal Kitchen, Garden

by Steph

How to Garden on a Budget (A Spring Tour)

Ever wanted to grow your own food and garden on a budget? Here’s what you need to know! (Plus a tour of our Spring garden)

Frugal Kitchen, Garden

by Steph

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

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