Category: Budget Friendly Recipes

Pecan pie is  said to be a tradition of the South.  Best I can tell the Pecan Pie originated in New Orleans.  Well, being as some of the best butter sweet treats (among others) are Southern born,...

Are you ready for some FOOTBALL?!!  These frugal football treats will surely be a hit and jazz up that football theme party you're having!  Be it a kids birthday, a grown up team party, tailgate...

Mason Jar Salads are so popular today and I totally get it! Does anything make you think summer more than a group of bright brilliant colors ? Why should food be any different, right?  Add in...

Hey Barefoot Budgeters! We talk a lot about saving money and couponing in our Facebook group, but I wanted to share some meal planning tips and recipes with you as well! After all, we are saving...

One of the biggest obstacles I hear women complain about with budgeting and saving on weekly groceries is their weight, their ability to make healthy choices while maintaining a budget. Dieting on a...

Have you ever thought about meal planning with kids? It can be fun to get them involved and give them a little more freedom over what they eat throughout the week - especially if you're teaching kids...

Budget Friendly Desserts in Mason Jars are one of my favorites at parties!  I love the presentation, the frugality, the convenience and ability to re-use these handy jars in so many ways.  If you...

You most likely already know that when you're in college you live off ramen and microwavable foods. Mainly because it's quick and easy but also because it is a lot cheaper than eating out all the...

Holiday Punch for All Occasions. 7 of My Favorites Holiday Punch has made a comeback!  I don't know how old you are but when was a kid growing up, punches were all the rave at parties.  In...

Cranberry White Chip Cookie anyone? Cookies make it better, right? Let's not kid ourselves, home made gifts are always the best. They come with thought, love and a memory of the person who took...

SKILLET CAKE OR PAN CAKE NOT A PANCAKE Pan-cake cake or a skillet cake; a cake cooked stove top or skillet like you would a pancake but with a cake mix. Great for portion control and freshness...

Easiest ever 3 ingredient shortbread cookies you'll ever make.  I first had these homemade about 10 or so years ago at work.  Mouth watering and everyone was oohing and ahhhing and lip...

3 ingredient peanut butter cookies that'll have you wishing you found this recipe years ago. I promise, these are going the be the easiest and best 3 ingredient cookies you'll ever bake and taste. ...

    Have you tried the easiest ever 3 ingredient sugar cookies yet ? Sugar cookies are definitely the most popular cookie around the holidays and well, year round for sure. ...

5 Ingredient (or less) Holiday Treats Nothing says lovin'  like home made goodies from your friends, families and clients especially around the holidays.  It's a labor of love when...

    Peanut Butter and Raisin Bran are staples in my home. My pantry may cry if one was missing.  So, why not make cookies with what's in your pantry, right?  These are seriously...

    Easy Homemade Peppermint Patties  I love peppermint patties and imagine my delight many ago when I realized you could actually make these!  I mean I could actually make...

  You just may love mason jar desserts as much as I do. I love all the sights and smells around the holidays.  Who says desserts need to look plain and simple all the time. ...

Meal Plan Meatloaf three ways ya say? O.K. let me explain with some help from Healthy Solutions Spice Blends.  I dislike meals that I can't use in a few dishes or for good leftovers.  For...

  Budget Bites - Baseball Treats can be a great way to have the most fun snacks, throw an awesome theme party or show your support to your favorite team!  Budgeting for sports can be...

Today on the blog we're sharing a super easy recipe with you! You can make this easy baked lasagna cups recipe with things you've got on hand OR (and this is our favorite option) with ingredients...

We've been sharing lots of mason jar recipes around here lately like this Mason Jar Berry Trifle and the Mason Jar Pulled Pork Salad too or my favorite so far, the Mason Jar Chicken Taco salad! These...

Have you ever heard of a "walking taco"? If not, you're missing out! Walking tacos are a new trend that turns a simple snack into a tasty lunch or fun appetizer for parties and get togethers!...

If you're following our favorite trend as of late (mason jar recipes), then you've probably seen a few that we shared here on the blog already! My personal favorite is the Mason Jar Berry Cake...

Mason Jar Berry Cake Trifle A few weeks ago we shared a mason jar salad recipe with you! This week, I wanted to share something a little sweeter! This is still a dessert, but certainly a more...

Have you ever tried a slice or hunk of warm Calzone Italian American style, melted cheese, all those flavors blending together on your tongue giving you that instant YUM moment! Something...

How to Save on Meals for a Large Family Sticking to a budget when you have a large family can seem nearly impossible. With so many mouths to feed, how can you possibly save money on groceries?...

Grilling is all the rage during Summer! This year, if you're planning to use your grill a whole bunch, you might be wondering how you can switch it up from the normal grilled chicken and burgers....

Pasta salad is such a classic Summer treat and it seems like no Summertime get together is complete without it! This year, try one of these 25 tasty pasta salad recipes to switch things up from the...