This 45-cent multi-cooker meal is delicious & nutritious
If you’re looking for cheap, but healthy meal options to toss into your Instant Pot and cook in under 30 minutes, we’re here for you. While there are a lot of great recipes for the […]
This summer side dish costs less than 50 cents per barbecue guest
It’s fun getting together with friends during the summer for backyard barbecues, pool parties and picnics in the park. But it can also get expensive when you’re trying to feed a lot of people, even […]
The best smart devices to give your kitchen a high-tech makeover
Gone are the days that the height of kitchen technology meant a shiny new microwave and an ice dispenser. In 2018, the smart kitchen is a place where coffee is made with voice controls, atmospheric […]
Want to wow your barbecue guests? Make this $1.50 burger
I’ve been accused of being a purist, especially when it comes to food. It’s not that I like plain or boring, it’s just that sometimes simple is best. That is especially true when it comes […]
7 ways to save money at a farmers market
Farmers markets have a reputation for being expensive. A lot of the items for sale are typically organic and local, meaning vendors can demand a premium for them. But there are some tricks to saving […]
9 ways to save money on fruits & vegetables
Are you one of those people who buys fruits and vegetables only to let them spoil? Your intentions may be good but your actions waste nutritious food and your hard-earned money. Here are nine sure-fire […]
Remembering 4 greats of American cuisine: Raffetto, Council, Kafka & Brennan
It gives me solace that they each lived a long life, these women whose cooking and writing and spirit gave happiness and nourishment to so many. Pasta, fried chicken livers, a recipe for shrimp and […]
27 summer food myths you can stop believing right now
Summer is nearly here and that means it’s time for plenty of family barbecues, picnics in the park, camping trips and more. And while we’re all concerned about food safety, particularly when we’re toting our […]
Stay hydrated this summer: 5 ways to save money on drinking water
The old literary quote goes “water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink.” It feels like that sometimes. There’s plenty of water in your house, coming out of faucets in the kitchen and bathrooms, but […]
5 ways to save on meat for your summer BBQ
For anyone who likes having a little red meat or poultry in their diet, the question of how to save money on those purchases can be complicated. After all, buying meat is not always cheap. […]