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French Country White Bean Soup

French Country White Bean Soup

This hearty French Country White Bean Soup is simple, satisfying, and comes together in under 30 minutes using pantry staples like canned white beans, garlic, and broth. It’s a nourishing, budget-friendly meal that’s packed with plant-based protein and fiber. Light yet filling, it’s perfect for …read more

RED LENTIL DAL

RED LENTIL DAL

Discover the delicious and nutritious world of Red Lentil Dal—a hearty, comforting stew made with red lentils, aromatic spices, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a healthy meal that's quick to make, customizable with your favorite veggies, and full of flavor. Vegan, gluten-free, and packed with …read more

10 MINUTE CHILI

10 MINUTE CHILI

Quick and easy 10-minute chili recipe, perfect for meal prep, tacos, chili mac, and more. Budget-friendly and versatile for busy nights!

FRENCH BREAD PIZZA

FRENCH BREAD PIZZA

Discover the ultimate comfort food with homemade French bread pizza! Quick, easy, and customizable, it's perfect for game day or weeknight dinners. Includes recipe variations and DIY pizza sauce!

BILLY’S EGG DROP SOUP

BILLY’S EGG DROP SOUP

Whip up comforting, silky egg drop soup in just 10 minutes! Perfect for chilly days or Chinese New Year, this easy recipe is a family favorite with customizable options.

MOLLETES

MOLLETES

In Mexican cuisine, a mollete (moh-YEH-teh) is an open-faced sandwich made with beans and cheese. It uses bolillo rolls, split lengthwise and toasted, schmeared with creamy, savory refried beans, topped with lots of cheese then grilled or broiled to melty, gooey, glorious perfection.

RESTAURANT STYLE REFRIED BEANS

RESTAURANT STYLE REFRIED BEANS

Here’s my 10-minute shortcut to dreamy creamy beanies that taste like you've been cooking them all day.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA DIP

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA DIP

Discover the perfect snacking solution for busy hungry people – the Mediterranean Chickpea Dip! This creamy and exotic dip, packed with the goodness of garbanzo beans, garlic, and olive oil, is a delightful way to sneak in more veggies.

SIMPLE POLENTA

SIMPLE POLENTA

Here’s the recipe for the simplest polenta. It’s made with salted water and a bit of butter. Made this way it’s about 20 cents per one cup serving. It doesn’t get much more frugal and fabulous than that!

VERY VERSATILE CHOPPED SALAD WITH 7 VARIATIONS

VERY VERSATILE CHOPPED SALAD WITH 7 VARIATIONS

Want a healthy salad that’s so hearty you make it once and it stays crunchy and delicious all week? Here's a base recipe with seven variations so you’ll never get bored.

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA

Easy, delicious and inexpensive. Agua Fresca is a great drink to make for a crowd. Perfect any day of the year but especially great for Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

CUCUMBER LIME AGUA FRESCA

CUCUMBER LIME AGUA FRESCA

Is there a more refreshing beverage? I think not!