During busy weeknights, one-skillet meals become our dinner saviors. This family-friendly, quick recipe is one of our go-to when we need a…
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The Best Money-Saving Chili Recipe Using Your Slow Cooker
Chili powder and Rotel tomatoes add most of the flavor here, doing what decades of chili recipes get right: building…
How to Make Authentic Red Beans and Rice [Step-by-Step]
This authentic Cajun red beans and rice recipe packs rich Louisiana flavor into every bite, using dried red beans, smoky…
Dill Pickle Chicken Salad [Updated for 2026 With New Variations]
This dill pickle chicken salad isn’t shy—it hits you with crisp, chunky pickles, silky rotisserie chicken, and a sauce that…
Simple Mexican Rice to Save Time After Work [Updated]
This Simple Mexican Rice cooks up soft and fluffy, with rich tomato flavor and just the right amount of seasoning.…
How to Make a 30-Minute Cheesy Taco Casserole [Step-by-Step Guide]
This 30 Minute Taco Casserole skips extra fat by using brown rice and fat-free beans, but the flavor stays bold…
Simple Vegan Chili in the Crockpot [Gluten-Free, No Allergens]
This cheap & easy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili is a dump-and-go crockpot meal you can set and forget! This healthy…
80 Budget-Friendly Breakfasts Under $1 (Tasty Ideas Kids Love)
Breakfast on a tight budget can work if you plan ahead and stick to a few smart recipes. These 80…
100 Budget-Friendly Lunches Under $1 (Tasty Ideas Kids Love)
Finding good lunches for kids on a tight budget can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. I’ve pulled…
100 Budget-Friendly Lunches Under $2 (Tasty Ideas Kids Love)
Feeding kids lunches that are cheap and actually get eaten feels harder every year, but it doesn’t have to wreck…