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Healthy Recipes
Below all kinds of recipes that are nutritious yet easy on your budget and best of all they are also good for you. I hope you enjoy these as much as me and my family have.
Beans, Peas & Lentils:
I love to cook with beans and other legumes including peas and lentils. They make great soups, stews and side dishes and are a great source of both protein and fiber.
• Bean, Pea, & Lentil Recipes»Beverages:
There is more to frugal drinks than just water. Here are some of my favorite healthy beverage recipes.
• Beverage Recipes»Bread & Grain Recipes:
Here you will find my best bread recipes, along with some good muffins, biscuits and the likes. There are rice recipes.
• Bread Recipes»• Rice Recipes »
Breakfast Recipes:
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Recent studies have shown that people who eat it are less likely to be overweight. Here you will find some of my favorite healthy breakfast dishes.
• Breakfast Recipes»Homemade Convenience Foods and mixes:
Convenience foods can put quite the strain on your budget. Save by making your own.
• Homemade Convenience Foods»• Pasta & Pizza Recipes»
Crockpot Recipes:
I love cooking with a crockpot or slowcooker. It saves a lot of time and dinner practically cooks itself.
• Crockpot Recipes»Dairy & Eggs:
Eggs are an inexpensive source of protein and there are all kinds of delicious frugal recipes that use powdered milk. Here they are:
• Egg & Cheese Recipes»• Fats»
Desserts & Sweets:
What would life be without a dessert or a sweat treat here and there. Take a look at the healthier options I have for you here. Make a few of these for your family.
• Cake and Frosting Recipes»• Dessert Recipes»
Fruits and Vegetables:
Fruits and Vegetables are as delicious as they are healthy. If you buy locally and what is in season they are almost always a good buy. Here are my favorite recipes.
• Fruit Recipes»• Vegetable Recipes»
• Potato Recipes»
• Salad Recipes»
Meat, Poultry & Fish:
Buying meat can get quite expensive, unless you pick the right cuts. Here are some yummy but also very healthy meat recipes.
• Beef, Pork, Ham and Lamb Recipes»• Chicken and TurkeyRecipes»
• Ground Beef and Ground Turkey Recipes»
• Fish and Seafood Recipes»
Soup & Stew Recipes:
• Soup & Stew Recipes Recipes»Snack Recipes:
Who doesn't love a good snack? The recipes below are a lot more frugal than those store bought items, and tastier too.
• Snack Recipes»Website & Graphics by ccd
Obligatory Disclaimer: All of the information on this website is subject to change. I'm sure I've made typos and mistakes along the way. I have tried to make everything as accurate as I possibly can, but being mortal, there will still be a few mistakes. If you are concerned about any of the information here it's best to confirm it with a professional. I am not a doctor or a dietitian. I am not a professional. I am a normal housewife. This site is for information purposes only. It should not be confused with medical advice. Thanks, & enjoy! -- Susanne
