Continue Reading…You might call this a slaw… although my husband distinctly said “I can’t even taste the cabbage” and then the words “this tastes amazing” came out of his purple mouth.
There’s a reason “The Colonel” still serves this iconic side — it’s an essential part of any real American’s cook book.
For more details about this salad, and to find other yummy $ – Savvy salad solutions, check this out.
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We know good people who can’t stand the idea of eating food “for-the-second-time”. Shocker, right?
If you know me by now, you know that ain’t stoppin’ this savvy budget train. Huh-uh. Nope. No way.
I’m all about sneaky ways to re-purpose leftovers.
I welcome the challenge, grateful for another opportunity to convert even the most stubborn “freshest food only” folks. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get cooking!
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A favorite recipe to make when cooking for a healthy crowd. Need a vegetarian, lower-sodium option? Here you go.
Above photo: Variation on Colorful Rice with chicken instead of bacon.
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One of my favorite ways to budget and plan new recipes is by re-purposing old ones! This recipe does just that. With gusto.
I utilized my black bean burger recipe and added a twist to create an easy meal for stuffed bell peppers on a budget. The most expensive part will be the bell peppers. The stuffing earns an A grade in cost per kcal.
$ – Savvy: For tips on how to make this B-grade recipe into an A-grade meal, check out the “Savvy Alternates” table below!
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