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I’m a Driving Instructor and My Husband Works Odd Jobs — We Spent $141 on a Week’s Worth of Groceries and Came in $9 Under Budget
They shopped at four retailers and even scored freebies from a Facebook Group.
Sep 26, 2023
Crescent Rolls Are the Buttery Secret to Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars
You haven’t had cheesecake like this before.
Sep 24, 2023
What “Girl Dinner” Actually Says About Our Financial Struggles
Groceries
It’s a feast, not a crumb.
Sep 21, 2023
This One Little Grocery Swap Saved My Family $1,150 in a Single Year
I call it the Great Protein Swap.
Sep 21, 2023
I’m a Stay-at-Home Mom and My Husband’s a Chiropractor — We Spent $212 on a Week’s Worth of Groceries and Came in $38 Under Budget
Groceries
“I visit multiple stores (ideally on the same day) to get only the best deals.”
Sep 19, 2023
The Brown Sugar-Cinnamon Pancakes I Make Every Fall
Every bite is hot, gooey, and ultra-crispy.
Sep 14, 2023
Copycat Southern Fried Apples Beat a Trip to Cracker Barrel
No road trip required.
Sep 12, 2023
These Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders Come Together in Less than 30 Minutes
Who doesn't love Hawaiian rolls?
Sep 7, 2023
You Only Need Four Ingredients to Make This Southern Classic
A reason to never throw away bacon grease.
Sep 6, 2023
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These Savory Oatmeal Bowls Fuel Your Travel Days
Inspired by our cheesy, savory oatmeal, this bacon and egg version is hearty enough to fill you up and easy enough to make from a hotel breakfast.
Sep 5, 2023
30-Minute Chicken Scallopini with a Swoon-Worthy Sauce
Seriously, you'll want to mop up every last drop.
Sep 1, 2023
Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili
If you think you detect a hint of chocolate in your chili, you're not wrong.
Aug 31, 2023
This Is How to Make the Absolute Best Grilled Zucchini
It's foolproof!
Aug 29, 2023
Crispy, Creamy Grilled Potato Wedges are the Perfect Summer Side
Just 3 ingredients!
Aug 28, 2023
Kohlrabi and Carrot Slaw
With winter out of the way, one vegetable I’ve been seeing in abundance at Bay Area farmers markets is the sputnik-like vegetable with the funny name, kohlrabi. Eaten raw, it’s fresh, crisp, and the ideal ingredient for a summer slaw. This kohlrabi slaw is actually one of my favorite summer recipes. Quick and easy to make, it’s a nice cool side dish to eat after a long, warm day of working in the garden, or at a sunny picnic under flowering fruit trees.
Aug 24, 2023
This Pork Fried Rice Is Ready in 15 Minutes
It's fast, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying.
Aug 23, 2023
This 2-Ingredient, No-Churn Ice Cream Is a Dessert Hero
You likely have everything you need.
Aug 21, 2023
The 8 Best Grocery Stores in America Right Now
Groceries
Based on shopping experience, location, cost, and quality.
Aug 16, 2023
17 Ways to Use Up Your Kitchen Scraps You’ll Actually Love
There are many reasons we’ve been trying to cut down on kitchen waste — to stop tossing so much out and stretch our budgets, to name a few — but thankfully there are plenty of recipes that use up all those odds and ends in our kitchens. I mean, have you tried baking your potato peels? You should.
Aug 14, 2023
HomeGoods Isn’t the First Place You Think of for Groceries — But Should It Be?
Groceries
It’s the ultimate “find dining” experience.
Aug 14, 2023
This Spiced Apple Cobbler Is the Fall Dessert You've Been Waiting For
It's way easier than apple pie.
Aug 12, 2023
Parmesan-Crusted Pork Chops Are Crispy, Juicy Perfection
Using Parmesan two ways adds tons of savory flavor — and an extra-crispy crust.
Aug 5, 2023
Peach Ice Cream is The Best Thing To Happen To Summer
It's better than anything you can buy.
Nov 14, 2022
16 ($3 or Less!) H Mart “Little Luxuries” to Pick Up This Summer
Groceries
Including juicy stone fruit, gorgeous mini boba, fun kitchen gadgets, and more.
Jul 27, 2023
Old-School Meatloaf Is the Star of MacKenzie Smith’s Sunday Family Dinner
Sunday Cooking
It's so good it was mentioned in the couple's wedding vows.
Jul 25, 2023
The Best $20 These Professional Organizers Have Ever Spent
Organizing Tips from The Kitchn
Yes, there's a turntable on the list.
Jul 25, 2023
What a Writer and a Stay-at-Home Dad Spend on a Week’s Worth of Groceries
They shop twice and plan three or four meals at a time.
Jul 24, 2023
10 “Little Luxuries” to Pick Up at Aldi This Summer (for $4 or Less)
Can you believe these came from Aldi?
Jul 16, 2023
“Comparison Shopping” Shaved $273 Off My Monthly Grocery Budget
One is twice as expensive.
Jul 14, 2023
These Lemon-Dill Salmon Burgers Cook in 5 Minutes Flat
This is one of the best things you'll cook this summer.
Jul 13, 2023
Caramelized Cabbage Butter Pasta
Try this simple (yet flavor-packed!) pasta dinner ASAP.
Jul 13, 2023
Instant Pot Congee Is the Quick, Easy Meal That Satisfies My Entire Family
Most Wanted
It requires just 5 minutes of hands-on time.
Jul 12, 2023
10 Costco Groceries I’m Buying to Treat Myself This Summer (All for $10 or Less)
Groceries
Chocolates, cushy sandals, creamy cheese, and more!
Jul 10, 2023
What a Sales Manager and a House Husband Spend on a Week’s Worth of Groceries
Groceries
A trip to Trader Joe’s and a few solid rotating meals are key to keeping costs down.
Jul 8, 2023
8 Summer Little Luxuries — for $5 or Less! — to Pick Up at Whole Foods
Groceries
Sparkling drinks, spicy marinades, croissant chips, and more!
Jul 5, 2023
20 Budget Breakfast Ideas for a Better Morning
All you need is a little inspiration to start your day with a totally delicious and budget-friendly breakfast.
Jul 3, 2023
10 Ways to Feed Your Family Dinner for $10 or Less
So you can save more for college (or ice cream).
Jun 26, 2023
Pasta al Limone Is the Easy Italian Pasta You'll Want to Make Every Night
The sauce is silky, creamy, and tangy.
Jun 26, 2023
The One Thing Every Online Grocery Shopper Should Do to Save Money
Groceries
“Over the course of a month, I can easily save a solid $50 or more.”
Jun 25, 2023
The 8 Best Grocery Budget Tips We Picked Up This Year
Groceries
Number 7 saved one family more than $300 in a week.
Jun 23, 2023
How a California Family of 4 with No Kitchen Spends $125 on a Weekly Grocery Haul
Groceries
In the thick of a kitchen renovation, strategic meal planning is key.
Jun 22, 2023
Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast Is a 5-Ingredient Win
It's like no other pot roast you've ever tasted.
Jun 20, 2023
Fluffy Mashed Potato Cakes Are the Best Way to Eat Leftover Mashed Potatoes
If you have any left over, that is.
Jun 17, 2023
So Eggs Are Affordable Again? Plus 5 More Grocery Staples That Just Got Way Cheaper.
Groceries
They’re the cheapest they’ve been in 13 months.
Jun 15, 2023
The 8 Best Aldi Groceries (All $5 or Less!) That We’ve Bought This Year
Groceries
Including cinnamon rolls that taste shockingly close to homemade.
Jun 14, 2023
The $7 Pantry Staple I Swear by to Recreate My Favorite Restaurant Dishes (Plus 4 More Little Luxuries!)
Groceries
Including a Trader Joe’s find I use in my favorite back-pocket summer dessert.
Jun 14, 2023
Treat Yourself to Honey Garlic Pork Chops (They're Better than Steak)
And they're on the table in just 15 minutes.
Jun 12, 2023
You’re Just 4 Ingredients Away from Sticky Rice Cake Paradise
Kitchn Love Letters
Prepare to fall in love with this easy homemade biko.
Jun 12, 2023
How a Kansas Family of 8 Spent Only $189 a Week on Groceries
Groceries
They shopped mostly at Aldi and Walmart, plus Hy-Vee and a local produce market.
Jun 8, 2023
Zucchini Parmesan Is Summer's Greatest Comfort Food
If you love eggplant Parmesan, you've got to try this cheesy, saucy casserole.
Jun 4, 2023
How to Make Homemade Taco Seasoning That’s Better Than Store-Bought
It instantly upgrades anything it touches.
Jun 1, 2023
These BBQ “Ribs” Are Budget-Friendly, Extra-Meaty, and Delightfully Hands-Off
A recipe that basically makes itself.
May 25, 2023
The Surprising Dollar-Tree Beauty Find I Buy Whenever It’s in Stock
Groceries
Plus, two of our favorite tried-and-true brands to buy.
May 25, 2023
Sheet Pan Masala Egg Sandwiches Are the Ultimate Make-Ahead Breakfast Flex
The best thing to happen to breakfast.
May 23, 2023
3 Grocery Staples That Are Actually Cheaper at the Farmers Market
Groceries
Number one is a no-brainer.
May 22, 2023
The “Graduation Grocery” Everyone Should Add to Their Shopping List
Groceries
It’s often marked down 50- to 75-percent off!
May 16, 2023
How To Make Everything Bagel Seasoning Mix
Save your money at Trader Joe's and make it yourself!
May 15, 2023
5 Little Luxuries — All $6 or Less! — I’m Adding to My Cart This Week
Groceries
Stock up on versatile shortcuts and punchy pantry items!
May 12, 2023
I’m a 92-Year-Old Retiree Living in New Mexico — Here’s What I Make with a $64 Weekly Grocery Haul
Groceries
She does grocery pickup at Walmart and only made one trip to the store all week.
May 4, 2023
Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket Are Even Better than I Could’ve Imagined
All you need is crescent roll dough and breakfast sausages.
May 1, 2023
We Compared Ranch Dressing Prices at Aldi, Costco, and Trader Joe’s — Here’s What We Found
Groceries
Guess which store gave us the most dressing for our dollars?
Apr 26, 2023
I’m a Pharmacist and My Husband Is Retired — We Spent $108 on a Week’s Worth of Groceries and Came in $42 Under Budget
Grocery Diaries
“I HATE to waste food and frequently plan for nextovers because I am only cooking for two people.”
Apr 20, 2023
This 10-Minute Cheesy Egg Rice Comes Together in the Microwave
Serving up comfort and convenience in one bowl.
Apr 19, 2023
Why I Stopped Buying Bread at the Grocery Store
Groceries
“I save a dollar or two each week, and I love that my money goes directly back to my community.”

Apr 13, 2023
This Chickpea Caesar Salad Wrap Is the MVP of Caesar Wraps
A great option for lunch on the go.
Apr 10, 2023
12 Budget Barstools Under $150
Plus, they're all small-space friendly.
Apr 6, 2023
We Compared the Price of Eggs at Aldi, Costco, and Trader Joe’s — Here’s What We Found
Groceries
Guess which store had the best price?
Apr 4, 2023
My Grandma’s French-Inspired Sauce Is a Frugal Way to Zhuzh Up Any Vegetable
Transform any vegetable into a showstopper.
Apr 2, 2023
5 Groceries I Started Buying at Walmart to Save Money
Groceries
Including her go-to boxed cereal!
Mar 30, 2023
We Compared the Price of Buttery Croissants at Aldi, Costco, and Trader Joe’s — And the Best Buy Might Surprise You
Groceries
At first glance, we truly didn’t know what to think!
Mar 29, 2023