Cooking on the Cheap

Cooking on the cheap doesn't have to mean eating bad food. These cheap recipes include all sorts of family favorites for the budget-conscious cook.

My sloppy joes are not only ideal for penny-pinching families, they're ideal for busy ones, too. This recipe is quick to prepare and designed to please kids and adults alike.

My beef fried rice is my favorite way to use leftover rice and vegetables. Whatever I have on hand at the end of the week goes into this dish, and it tastes better than take-out.

Try all of these recipes, and be sure to post reviews.

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