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  1. Slow cooker beans and rice
    By Heather Disarro on Aug 30, 2013
    Put that slow cooker to good use when it comes to satisfying staples. Beans and rice cook together to make a delicious side or main...
  2. Guide to dining out with the kids
    By Ami Burns on May 27, 2013
    Having young kids doesn't mean giving up on eating out. Here are tips for dining out on the cheap — or even free — with the kids.
  3. Turnip greens and ham
    By Aimee Fortney on Mar 22, 2013
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    Another "green" to add to your side dish rotation.
  4. 4-Bean smoky Tex-Mex soup
    By Heather Disarro on Feb 22, 2013
    Who says you can get good spicy flavor only in chili? This 4-bean smoky Tex-Mex soup pairs perfectly with cornbread, chips or a...
  5. Italian red beans and rice
    By Heather Disarro on Jul 20, 2012
    The always-loved red beans earn some extra flavor from Italian sausage, while Arborio rice steals the show with its starchy...
  6. 7 Ingredient marinara recipe
    By Claire Gallam on Apr 17, 2012
    As delicious as homemade marinara is, not all of us have a few hours to sit by the stove as our sauce simmers and thickens with...
  7. 6 Ingredients or less meals
    By Claire Gallam on Apr 12, 2012
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    So it's Wednesday evening, the kids are screaming for dinner, you had a horrible day at work, your husband is late again and you're...
  8. Best spring fruits and vegetables
    By Kori Ellis on Mar 25, 2012
    Though in-season produce varies by region and climate, here are some spring fruits and vegetables that are usually abundant (and...
  9. Feeding a family of four for under $20
    By Kori Ellis on Mar 23, 2012
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    You can create well-rounded, healthy meals for your family without breaking your budget. With smart shopping and a little planning,...
  10. $10 Chicken dinner recipes
    By Michele Borboa, MS on Mar 2, 2012
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    Forget the fast food bucket of chicken and fix these three cheap chicken dinners at home.
  11. 6 Ingredients to stretch your food budget
    By Michele Borboa, MS on Mar 2, 2012
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    Stock your kitchen with these six money-saving ingredients and you'll always have great meals on your table and green in your...
  12. Slow cooker chili mac recipe
    By Amy Vowles on Feb 27, 2012
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    For many people chili is all about the meat. If you are trying to incorporate a few more meatless nights into your schedule, your...
  13. Save the scraps! 4 Leftovers you shouldn't throw away
    By Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. on Nov 8, 2010
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    Next time you cut up veggies or fruits for a meal, don't throw away the scraps! All that food-garbage you create can actually be put...
  14. Our favorite coupon sites
    By Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. on Nov 8, 2010
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    You don't have to cut coupons from your weekly paper to save money on groceries and other household goods. Many websites offer...
  15. Money saving meal prep strategies
    By Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. on Nov 8, 2010
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    Grocery stores are filled with convenience and time-saving food options, but they usually come at a cost. To save some serious...
  16. Ingredient swaps that save money
    By Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. on Nov 8, 2010
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    Small changes in the kitchen can pay off in your wallet. When cooking your favorite recipes, swap one or two ingredients for less...
  17. Cooking in quantity: Feed an army (or a teenage boy) for less
    By Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. on Nov 8, 2010
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    You may find it hard to stay out of the poor house when you're trying to keep a big family or a growing teenager (and his friends)...
  18. 5 Things you can do today to save money in the kitchen
    By Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. on Nov 8, 2010
    Because you have to eat, finding ways to save money on your groceries may seem difficult, but the following five tips can help you...
  19. 8 Quick tips to waste less food
    On Aug 23, 2010
    Do you notoriously buy fresh fruits and vegetables that ultimately go bad in the fridge? Do you frequently make a large batch of...
  20. Save money with budget meals for busy moms
    By Michele Borboa, MS on Feb 3, 2009
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    A busy mom's work is never done, or so it seems, and getting dinner on the table is a daily challenge. You want to feed your family...

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