Learn how to save money in the kitchen
Do you need to slash your food bill? I've been there, more than once. I've had to track every penny and experiment with cheap cuts of meat I didn't know how to cook and new vegetables I hadn't eaten before. So I started keeping notes on our favorites recipes. Here are some articles on:
- How to make your own pizza instead of spending $20 on takeout
- How to use up leftovers with something tasty like fried rice or burritos. Get more ideas on using up leftovers here and here. See how to use up leftover hamburger and hot dog buns.
- Tips on cooking for one or two
- Calculating the cost per serving
Save money at the grocery store
It takes more than cheap recipes, of course, although I've got plenty of those. You'll want to start planning your menus, learn better ways to shop, keep track of grocery prices, and learn how to use up what you've got--but don't call them leftovers!
If you're desperate, read my quick start article and get some ideas on how to use leftovers in creative ways.
If you're new to cooking I have a list of easy recipes for you. You can also:
- Use this simple menu planner
- Sit down with your grocery flyers and use this cost per serving calculator to figure out the lowest cost meat
- Make cheap cuts of meat taste great with a Crockpot Slow Cooker
- Learn to make soup from leftovers
- Learn some kitchen basics
If you're more experienced:
Read why I love my KitchenAid Mixer - expensive up front but mine's going on 16 years now! - Make your own pie crusts for about a dime
- Explore some simple meatloaf recipes
- Learn how to roast a chicken
- Get ideas on substituting ingredients
- Explore new menu planning ideas
- Get 15 ideas for cooking potatoes
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- Creamy Leeks and Bacon
- Bacon and Parsley Omelet
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- Goulash (aka Slumgullion)
- Stir-Fried Beef and Cabbage
- Oven-Baked French "Fries"
- Dipping Sauce for Fries
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I've also created a new page for reader-contributed tips. Check it out and then email me your favorite tip!
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