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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.

ROASTED ACORN SQUASH

ROASTED ACORN SQUASH

Indulge in the flavors of fall with our simple roasted acorn squash recipe. Enjoy tender, buttery squash with a crispy edge, perfectly seasoned for an autumn delight.

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.

TEQUILA WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA

TEQUILA WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA

Here’s how to make a refreshing cocktail with Watermelon Agua Fresca.

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!

ELOTES – MEXICAN STREET CORN

ELOTES – MEXICAN STREET CORN

The best easy (and cheap!) recipe for Mexican corn on the cob that’s crazy delicious and totally addictive. Perfect for your next BBQ or Cinco de Mayo. Make extra because people can’t get enough of this amazing dish!

TRADITIONAL IRISH SODA BREAD

TRADITIONAL IRISH SODA BREAD

This traditional Irish recipe is easy, fast, delicious and costs under a dollar! Try it for dinner tonight!

DIY CONDENSED CREAM OF (FILL IN THE BLANK) SOUP

DIY CONDENSED CREAM OF (FILL IN THE BLANK) SOUP

You can make cream of mushroom, chicken, celery or broccoli soups to use in any recipe calling for canned cream soup. You control the fat, the sodium and its gluten free.

GRAB AND GO BREAKFAST BURITTOS

GRAB AND GO BREAKFAST BURITTOS

These customizable breakfast burritos are a quick and nutritious meal prep solution, perfect for busy mornings. Packed with eggs, sausage, and veggies, they’re easy to freeze and reheat, making them ideal for the whole family.

CRISPY OVEN BAKED CHICKEN LEGS

CRISPY OVEN BAKED CHICKEN LEGS

Crispy Chicken Legs with Buffalo and Brown Sugar Sriracha Sauces. Easy, cheap and perfect for your next party!