I believe everyone should have access to nutritious and delicious meals, no matter what kind of budget you're on or how much time you have. My recipes are pretty quick to pull off, don't require a ton of kitchen skills, and stay within (or under!) the USDA’s low-cost food plan budget of about $9 per adult per day. Let's get cookin'!
Home for the Holidays
Curated with love, these tried and true recipes promise to be the stars of your holiday feasts, seamlessly intertwining tradition with bursts of modern inspiration. From heartwarming casseroles to delectable desserts, every recipe is crafted to evoke cherished memories and create new ones, ensuring your holiday table is always adorned with joy, love, and plates brimming with deliciousness.
- Top 12 Tips For Hosting The Holidays On A Budget (Without Feeling Stressed)
- Healthy Pumpkin Pecan Waffles
- Protein-Packed Pumpkin Banana Muffins (No Protein Powder!)
- Make-Ahead Ham and Swiss Strata
- Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Sauce (Sugar-Free Option!)
- Dutch Oven Turkey Breast with Creamy Apple Gravy
- Orange Cranberry Jalapeño Relish
- Harissa Maple Sweet Potato Tian
- Ratatouille Style Ratatouille
- Roasted Delicata Squash Salad with Creamy Maple Vinaigrette
- Christmas Coffee with Amaretto Whipped Cream
- Rich and Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate
Cold Weather Favorites
Cooler temps and shorter days mean cozy recipes are in order. Here are some of my favorite recipes to snuggle up with when the weather outside is frightful!
- Loaded Instant Pot Gluten-Free Potato Soup
- Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herbes de Provence Mustard, Sheet Pan Apples and Fall Vegetables
- Sheet Pan Sausage with Fennel, Apples and Root Vegetables & a Creamy Dijon Apple Cider Vinaigrette
- Roasted Delicata Squash Salad with Creamy Maple Vinaigrette
- Instant Pot Split Pea and Ham Soup
- Zucchini Bread Oatmeal
- Carrot Cake Oatmeal
- Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookie Cake with Chocolate Peanut Butter Frosting
Easy, Affordable Desserts
As a former pastry professional and self-proclaimed Cookie Monster, dessert is always a favorite of mine. And, since I've run the gamut of different fad diets and have lots of loved ones with food allergies, I have enough recipes here to make sure there's enough for everyone to share, no matter your restrictions.
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Cheap Eats
I don't have the budget for takeout, but I want to eat delicious things for every single meal. Here are some of my favorite take-out fake-out recipes that are particularly easy on your wallet:
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New & Recently Updated Posts
Here's a combination of my newest content, and older posts that I have recently revised. When my readers ask questions, I do my best to answer them! As a result, some of my posts will be updated periodically to reflect any new information I've gathered for you. I also love trying lots of new recipes, so here's where to find all the bright and shiny ones that make the cut.
Fast & Easy Recipes
Just because you're busy doesn't mean a homemade meal is out of the question. Here are some of my favorite simple dishes to get you fed without any fuss:
Plant-Based Favorites
Whether you're looking for Meatless Monday inspiration or are just trying to eat more veggies, my collection of vegan and vegetarian meals is sure to leave you satisfied.
Yummy Sides
Whether you need something tasty to bring to your next potluck, or just need a little something extra on the dinner table tonight, my favorite sides will give the main dish a run for its money:
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Trending Posts
Whether you're in need of a super fast pantry meal, show-stopping side, grab-and-go breakfast, or something sweet to help you chillax, these tried and true recipes have you covered. They're what readers currently can't get enough of!
- BBQ Pork Fried Rice With Kimchi & Gochujang
- Orange Cranberry Jalapeño Relish
- Healthy Pumpkin Pecan Waffles
- Protein-Packed Pumpkin Banana Muffins (No Protein Powder!)
- Oatmeal Banana Protein Pancakes with Cottage Cheese (Gluten-Free!)
- Loaded Instant Pot Gluten-Free Potato Soup
- Garlic Roasted Cauliflower Mash
- Oat Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
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