A summer salad makes the best use of fresh, seasonal produce and can be a light meal in itself or a refreshing side dish. Taking advantage of the low prices of the season also means getting the most flavorful and…
Making vegetables appetizing to those who are not naturally convinced of their goodness can be tricky. Rather than relying on butter, cheese, and sugar — which can make anything taste good — it’s best to embrace the techniques that maintain…
Growing vegetables at home is the cheapest way to incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients into a diet — for just the cost of the seeds — but it’s not practical for everyone. Shopping at a local farmers market for many consumers…
After months of winter root vegetables and frozen veggies, spring is a time to indulge in delicate, light produce just beginning to pop out of the ground. When farmers markets are bursting with a new assortment of colors and shapes,…
Sandwiches are comfort food, and the nostalgia evoked by classics such as simple grilled cheese makes them all the more delicious. These days, bread is dressed up with everything from imported oil-packed sardines to air-dried wagyu beef to, of course,…
Finding the time to prepare healthy foods to eat throughout the week can be challenging, but with some thoughtful planning and helpful tricks you can easily prepare for the days ahead. Between juggling work, commuting, family time, exercise, and sleep,…
Buying lunch every day can put a serious dent in the household budget. If each noontime meal costs $6 during the workweek, the tab hits close to $1,500 over the…
Americans consume 2.8 billion pounds of chocolate each year, in forms that go well beyond the bar. The cocoa bean has been enjoyed in savory applications such as sauces and…
Pizza is cheap and loved by most everyone. The ingredients are simple and inexpensive, and for DIY types, the blank canvas of dough is hard to resist. Whether planning a…
Valentine’s Day originated from a fifth-century holiday celebrating the feast of St. Valentine, but over the centuries February 14 became more focused on romance than the third-century saint. Still, it’s…
From quick pantry dips to homemade chips, these easy chips and dip recipes are perfect for parties, potlucks, and casual gatherings.
Remember: It’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you create an awesome atmosphere at your Super Bowl party! This year, none of your food options will flounder thanks…
For those of you planning to throw an Academy Awards party (or a soiree for the SAG Awards, Grammys, or Golden Globes), here’s how to roll out the red carpet…
With countless health-focused trends from juicing to eating organic, there’s no shortage of expensive alternatives to everyday food. Still, it’s possible to eat healthy and save money by stocking up…
Pressure cookers have long been a favorite in American kitchens, and sales are on the upswing again, due in no small part to the Instant Pot craze. Pressure cookers cut…
Wine doesn’t have to be expensive to be good. In blind tastings, people often prefer mid-priced wines to stuffy, hard-to-appreciate premium-priced wines. Certainly spending a lot of money on a…
Ah, the holiday season: a time for weight gain and money loss. But it doesn’t have to be that way. These 24 cheap and healthy recipes keep costs and calories…
After sweating over a whole meal, who has the time or energy to concoct a complex dessert? These delicious recipes use ingredients that are in ready supply at the grocery…