Food & Drink

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    13 Cheap and Easy Ice Cream Recipes

    When it comes to memorable desserts, there’s nothing quite like homemade ice cream. Made with simple, natural ingredients, freshly churned ice cream not only tastes better than store-bought varieties, but it’s also cheaper, and the art of making it can…

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    Go Nuts With These 15 Cheap and Easy Peanut Recipes

    Peanuts have been enjoyed by humans for at least 3,500 years. They were brought to North America in the 1700s, according to the National Peanut Board, and have been common in savory and sweet dishes since the turn of the…

  • 20 Cheap and Easy Ways to Use Rice

    Technically the seed of a grass, rice has been a nutritious and cost-effective staple grain for cultures around the world since it was domesticated more than 13,000 years ago in China. Prices vary according to region, variety, and processing, but…

  • Funny happy woman drinking chocolate milk shake with cocoa and laughing. Summer drink concept. Gray concrete wall background.

    13 Boozy Milkshake Recipes You’re Going to Love

    Chocolate milkshakes are one of life’s most indulgent pleasures. Add alcohol, and it’s almost criminally good. While it’s not something to enjoy on a regular basis, as a once-in-awhile treat, high-proof milkshakes offer the best of both the dessert and…

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    12 Easy Fall Decorating Ideas Inspired by Nature

    The pumpkins, pine cones, acorns, corn, leaves, and sticks that make fall décor so cozy and charming are close at hand and easy to work with — just turn to the great outdoors for supplies and maybe Pinterest for a…

  • making Thanksgiving centerpiece with flowers in a pumpkin vase

    13 Beautiful Fall Centerpieces You Can Make at Home

    A homemade centerpiece adds personality to a home, setting the tone for decor while matching the colors of the season. Now is the time to start thinking about fall entertaining, and these elegant and mostly easy centerpieces are a great…

  • man hand removing from its mold of cheesecake

    20 Cheap and Easy Cheesecake Recipes

    Is it cake? Is it pie? Who cares? Find a savory escape with the cool, creamy taste of cheesecake. This selection of recipes — including a few spins on classic…

  • wines on a wineshelf

    40 Wines From Online Merchants Costing $20 or Less

    Wine doesn’t have to be expensive to be good, though finding high-quality cheap wine can be challenging. Large online retailers such as Wine.com and Amazon offer good prices by buying…

  • woman hugging her slow cooker in her kitchen

    12 Cheap and Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes for Summer

    Slow cookers offer busy people a simple way to enjoy a home-cooked meal. Being able to throw everything into one pot, press a button, and walk away saves time and…

  • group of friends enjoying outdoor dinner party

    14 Cheap and Easy Summer Meals

    Warm weather calls for light, fresh meals that manage to be filling, tasty, and cheap at the same time. Cutting food costs will leave more funds for fun summer concerts.…

  • male hand adding salt to vegetables in pan

    17 Essential Items That Your Pantry is Missing

    A well-stocked pantry full of unique ingredients will help keep grocery lists short and make meal planning easier. Learn a few dishes using these pantry staples, and it’ll be easy…

  • Patio furniture in a modern garden with bright pink flowers

    61 Must-Have Items to Spruce Up Your Patio for Under $300

    Sunny summer weather means more outdoor entertaining, which also means your old weathered patio furniture could probably use a makeover. It’s surprisingly easy to furnish a big backyard or apartment…

  • happy fitness young woman making pumpkin smoothie in kitchen

    25 Smoothies That Are Better Than Ice Cream

    Sweet and cold treats are a must for summer, but that doesn’t mean you have to indulge in high-fat, high-sugar ice cream. Instead go for smoothies that have the same…

  • BBQ summer garden party scene

    10 Tips for Hosting a Budget-Friendly Summer Party

    Fire up the grill, dust off the cocktail pitcher, and pull back the pool tarp. Summer is here and that means time for chill backyard gatherings and pool parties. The…

  • many glasses of rose wine at wine tasting

    20 Best Rosé Wines for $15 or Less

    Rosé season is here, and there are plenty of delicious options for $15 or less, all the way down to $8 for a bottle (or can). From funky to classic…

  • four summer cocktails in four hands at the pool

    50 Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Drinks to Make for Summer

    The key to the ultimate summer hang is cool and refreshing drinks. While cocktails and even punch are generally served during the season, it’s nice to offer non-alcoholic options that…

  • A breakfast of eggs on toast with bacon, onions and peppers frying on a grill

    20 Cheap Campfire-Friendly Meals

    Think a fancy RV kitchen is necessary to eat well while camping? As long as there’s a campfire, there’s no need to rough it when it comes to food. In…

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    Best Greasy Spoon in Every State

    When it’s time for a tasty, filling meal at a fair price, greasy spoons are there to satisfy the craving. Many of these unassuming joints aren’t much to look at,…