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    Enjoy Great Food on a Budget

    Great food shouldn’t cost a fortune or take all afternoon. At Good Cheap Eats we believe budget recipes and money-saving tips can help you make the most of every dollar. From easy pasta recipes to tasty chicken dinners, we’ll show you how to make great food without busting your budget.

    Celebrate Father’s Day with Good Cheap Eats

    Whether it’s Dad you want to celebrate or another special father figure, do it up big with a laid-back backyard BBQ. What better way to do that than with some Good Cheap Eats! We’ve got you covered for marinades, rubs, grilled meats, and veg — perfect for a day outdoors.

    • charred peppers on a grill.
      Grilled Peppers
    • grilled spicy chicken on white platter.
      Spicy Chicken Marinade
    • ingredients for fish seasoning in a small glass bowl.
      Spicy Fish Seasoning (64 cents/batch)
    • grilled pork tenderloin sliced on a plate with cheesy potatoes and green beans.
      Grilled Pork Tenderloin (78 cent/serving)
    BROWSE GRILLING RECIPES

    Budget Recipes & Tips

    Great food shouldn’t take all day or cost a lot of money. Follow these Good Cheap Eats strategies and budget recipes to save both time and money.

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      Cheddar Cheese Biscuits
    • overhead closeup of nectarine pie.
      20+ Recipes & Tips for Summer Baking to Keep Your Cool
    • close up of creamy chicken and bacon pasta in bowl.
      Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta
    • glass of ginger ale with a lemon wedge floating in it.
      Homemade Ginger Ale
    BROWSE BUDGET RECIPES

    Learn How To

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    cook rice perfectly

    every time
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    freeze whipped cream

    to avoid waste
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    cut carrot sticks

    for better snacks

    How to Save Money on Groceries

    Grocery prices are on the rise, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice great food. Learn the Good Cheap Eats System, a proven way to save money on groceries.

    Along with budget recipes and these money-saving tips, you’ll be all set to beat the market! The grocery market, that is.

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      The System that Works to Save You Time & Money
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      Budgeting for Meals: How Much to Spend on Food?
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      Budget Grocery List: 75 Budget Foods to Help You Fight Inflation
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      Shop Your Kitchen to Save Money on Groceries
    LEARN THE SYSTEM

    Eat at Home for Less

    While dining out can be fun, it can also be expensive. Good thing you can make your restaurant favorites at home — for less!

    Good Cheap Eats is all about having the best taste possible, while still being mindful of the budget. Try these budget recipes and see for yourself!

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      Meal Prep Salads to Make Lunchtime Easier
    • asian marinated chicken breast sliced on a plate with rice and veg.
      5-Minute Asian Chicken Marinade Recipe
    • bowl of soup with spoon of vegetables.
      What to Make for Dinner When There’s “Nothing” to Eat
    • best pulled pork in a freezer container to freeze.
      Best Pulled Pork Recipe

    Cooking for One

    Cooking for one can be just as satisfying and delicious as serving a crowd. Your meal matters just as much as the next person’s! Enjoy these easy, budget recipes that can easily be scaled to serve just one person.

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      Easy Ginger Lemonade
    • ginger syrup bottles next to hunk of ginger root.
      Homemade Ginger Syrup Recipe
    • pasta prepped in black meal prep dishes.
      Mom Food: Meal Prep as Self-Care
    • close up of two slices of sourdough french toast topped with butter, honey, and berries.
      Sourdough French Toast

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    • Main Dishes
    • Dessert

    Hi, I’m Jessica.

    Welcome to Good Cheap Eats!

    I believe that anyone can prepare delicious meals — no matter what. As a mom accommodating vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and omnivorous eaters, I’ve learned how to feed my people on a budget. I’d love to teach you how.

    Learn More About Me >

    Freezer-Friendly Tips

    Freezing extras for later is a great way to save time, money, and food. Learn how to make freezer meals and discover freezer-friendly budget recipes that work every single time.

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      Freezer Meal Prep: How to Create a Cooking Plan That Works for You
    • Easy Lunches Freezer Meal Prep: Free Plan
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      Freezer Inventory: How To Keep Track of What You’ve Got
    • freezer meals in bag and plastic containers stacked on freezer shelf.
      Freezer Meals: How to Plan, Cook & Freeze Your Favorite Dinners

    Meal Planning Strategies

    Having a meal plan that works is a key step to meeting your food budget. Learn how you can plan, shop, and cook in a way that suits you and makes good use of your grocery money.

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      50+ Graduation Party Food Ideas
    • woman holding breakfast tray with plate of pancakes.
      60+ Recipes & Tips for Serving Breakfast in Bed
    • dinner plate with mac and cheese, meatloaf, and green beans.
      What to Serve with Mac and Cheese
    • brown eggs in a metal basket.
      40+ Things to Make with Eggs

    Money Saving Tips

    Where you grocery shop and what you buy makes a big difference in what you spend on food. Follow our money-saving tips to reduce your spending and save money for other important things. You can enjoy great meals on a budget so you can do more things with your money!

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      What’s the Best Grocery Store for You?
    • woman in chargers jersey holding basket with grilled brat in bun.
      60+ Easy Tailgate Food Ideas that Won’t Break the Bank
    • overhead shot of cans and boxed ingredients in a flatlay.
      How to Stock the Pantry on a Budget
    • bagged and frozen chipotle peppers on a black table.
      Can You Freeze Chipotle Peppers?

    30-Minute Meals

    No time to cook? No problem. Our quick and easy, budget recipes will get you in and out of the kitchen with a great dinner to serve friends and family.

    • stack of eggless pancakes on plate with strawberries and blueberries.
      Eggless Pancakes
    • spoon of chicken taco soup over the bowl of soup.
      Chicken Taco Soup
    • close up of chips in black bowl.
      3 Ways to Make Homemade Tortilla Chips
    • close up of spoonful of mac and cheese.
      Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

    Pantry Challenge

    Shopping your kitchen first will help you avoid food waste and save money. Doing a pantry challenge on a regular basis will also help you refine your shopping habits to suit you and the life you live.

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      Prepping for a Pantry Clean Out
    • homemade light brown sugar in white bowl.
      90+ Pantry Staples You Can Make Yourself
    • hands holding white bowl of quinoa chili with toppings on black table top.
      30+ Pantry Recipes To Help You Save Money
    • weekly planner for meals and to-do's.
      How to Meal Plan for a Pantry Challenge

    Money-Saving Resources

    Another recipe won’t change your life. Good habits will! Check out these resources to help you build great habits in the kitchen to save you money.

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      Kitchen Gift Ideas
    • Cover image of Not Your Mother's Make-Ahead and Freeze Cookbook.
      My Freezer Cookbook – Check Out What’s Inside
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      You’re Invited to the Good Cheap Eats Club
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      How a Planner Can Help You in the Kitchen

    Main Dishes

    Wondering what’s for dinner? We gotcha covered! Check out these delicious main dish recipes for easy dinner recipes.

    • chicken enchilada bake on plate
      60+ Budget-Friendly Mexican Dinner Ideas
    • pile of chips on a plate topped with chicken dip.
      Spicy Chicken Dip (No Ranch Dressing)
    • spoonful of split pea soup over bowl, with blue striped cloth nearby.
      Split Pea Soup with Bacon
    • overhead shot of a bowl of creamy ham pasta with peas.
      Creamy Ham Pasta with Peas & Tomatoes

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