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7 ways to save money on groceries

Posted on 6/12/2010 10:05 EST

Tips, tips, and more tips on cutting into that monthly grocery bill. These seven ideas for cheap food shopping come courtesy of Bankrate.com. Read more on Bankrate.com »

Best Inexpensive Wines, Cocktails for Summer

Posted on 6/4/2010 14:21 EST

There's always room for some cheap wine in your cellar, or maybe the fixings for low-cost cocktails. But how can you be sure what's actually drinkable? CBS News has some answers for you with this... Read more on CBS News »

50 Healthy Foods for Under $1 a Pound

Posted on 6/4/2010 13:52 EST

Everyone needs to eat, and most of us shop, plan menus, and cook from time to time. So if you want to really save a buck, The Daily Green lists 50 foodstuffs you can buy (at least some of the time) Read more on The Daily Green »

Grill for Less

Posted on 5/26/2010 13:03 EST

Anyone who recently shopped for BBQ grills, probably noticed that some models are quite expensive. Of course, this depends in part on the age old question: charcoal or gas? Based on the fuel, the price... Read more on Cheapism »

What does it cost to eat cheaply?

Posted on 4/20/2010 8:21 EST

Let's say you want to eat cheaply. Which foods should you buy? More importantly, how much time can you allot to cooking? Nutrition Data lays out the shopping list, points out it doesn't contain... Read more on Nutrition Data »

Q&A with the $5 Dinner Mom

Posted on 4/15/2010 11:08 EST

Here are some answers to questions about cheap meal preparation that you've been afraid to ask. Thank Time for daring to do the dirty work. Read more on Time »

How to eat well on a food stamp budget: $68.88

Posted on 4/15/2010 11:01 EST

Try tallying up your weekly food costs and then consider that a family of four, on average, spends less than $70 a week on food. If this little exercise convinces you about the need for frugality, the... Read more on Associated Press »

$10 Dinners: The Denver Post's third annual economical recipe list

Posted on 4/8/2010 10:53 EST

You're probably tired of hearing this, but you can cook dinner for four for $10 or so. To prove the point, The Denver Post serves up 10 recipes for healthy and cheap eating, along with some reminders... Read more on The Denver Post »

Food Network Star Can Cook on the Cheap

Posted on 3/28/2010 23:59 EST

Forget going out -- invite your friends for dinner. Use these recipes, courtesy of CBS News, and prepare a meal that feeds four but doesn't cost you more than $40. How cheap is that? Read more on CBS News »

Slim Pickings? You Can Still Eat Well

Posted on 3/23/2010 15:54 EST

You might not have access to a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, and you might have a limited food budget, but that's no excuse for boring, unhealthy meals. The New York Times offers... Read more on The New York Times »

Cut your grocery budget

Posted on 3/15/2010 11:20 EST

Getting back to basics is what it's all about these days. And that includes getting back into the kitchen. The Boston Herald reports on an adult education class that teaches students how to plan... Read more on Boston Herald »

Cheap Eats Pizza: Dinner for 6 for $8. Seriously

Posted on 3/13/2010 17:20 EST

Pizza, that all-American food, is also the all-American cheap eats. Read this post on CBS Market Watch and learn how to make your own pizza -- from scratch -- for less than $2 a person. Can't beat... Read more on CBS Market Watch »

Cheap Wine That Doesn't Suck

Posted on 3/6/2010 15:19 EST

There's no shame in seeking out cheap wines -- particularly if they're pleasantly drinkable. Browardpalmbeach.com has found a California pinot noir that's worthy of your attention. Read more on browardpalmbeach.com »

Web Site Helps You Find Cheap Food In Your Area

Posted on 1/3/2010 20:14 EST

Looking for ways to pare your family food budget? KCAL CBS2.com found a Web site that might make this challenge a bit easier. Read more on KCAL CBS2.com »

Wine at a Good Price Doesn't Have to Be 'Cheap'

Posted on 12/24/2009 11:58 EST

Americans sure like their wine. But as the recession lingers, they're more likely to trade down than to give up what has become a preferred drink for many. And in case you're wondering, CNBC says... Read more on CNBC »

Fabulously frugal feasts from the dollar store

Posted on 11/6/2009 11:16 EST

Need some cheap ideas to feed the starving masses during the holidays? A new DVD to accompany a cookbook featuring 99-cent ingredients provides easy-to-follow recipes for the harried and thrifty cook. Read more on Wallet Pop »

Plan purchases a year early to get bargains

Posted on 9/6/2009 20:22 EST

According to USA Today research, the list below tells you when to find the best bargains for certain products and services. January - Furniture, Digital cameras, Big-screen TVs, Read more on USA Today »

3 On Your Side: Low Cost Espresso Makers

Posted on 8/26/2009 23:15 EST

Forget those pricey specialty coffee shop espressos. You can do just as well making your brew at home, says CBS3.com. Read on to see which products they recommend. Read more on CBS3.com »

How to Choose an Inexpensive Barbeque Grill

Posted on 6/22/2009 17:15 EST

Bar-b-que season is finally here. If you're in the market for new grill--but don't care to spend $1,000 or more, this article from Grilling Is Easy suggests six low-cost grills that are worth checking... Read more on GrillingIsEasy.com »

Advice from Registered Dietitians: Eating Well on a Budget

Posted on 5/18/2009 13:03 EST

Healthy eating is also frugal eating. HealthNewsDigest.com offers a slew of ideas to help you balance your budget and with well-balanced, nutritious, and delicious meals. To learn how, read on. Read more on HealthNewsDigest.com »

Extreme Frugality: Making Allowances

Posted on 5/1/2009 10:13 EST

Family gardening is a sure route to bounteous rewards: frugal living for the grown-ups, thanks to the copious fresh fruits and vegetables that will soon sprout; and wages for the young ones to ensure they... Read more on Gourmet Magazine »

The Frugal Foodie: Monica Bhide

Posted on 4/30/2009 10:09 EST

Forget those pricey condiments and premade timesavers. Preparing an authentic Indian meal for less than $15 is a no brainer -- if you follow these tips from The Washingtonian. Read more on The Washingtonian »

It May Be Cheap, but It's Also Tasty

Posted on 4/29/2009 7:59 EST

The meat may be cheap, but shoe leather it ain't. The New York Times cooks up some tasty treats with budget cuts of meat that sport unusual names. Read more on The New York Times »