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What is Bloating and How to Get Rid of It

Let’s face it, nobody likes dealing with a bloated tummy, especially if you have a…

Ande TrumanDecember 17, 2018

Cooking Techniques Featured

Better than Starbucks: 16 Tips for the Best Cup of Coffee Ever (Plus Infographic)

A Little Background Bad coffee literally makes me a little sad. But a great cup…

Ande TrumanApril 24, 2017

Breakfast Featured Recipes

Fruit For Breakfast Will Rock Your World

Should I eat only food for breakfast? Natural sugars in fruit are easily digestible by your…

Ande TrumanApril 19, 2017

Fitness Top Carousel

100 Free (or Cheap) Ways to Exercise

I look at the gym like I look at diets: I hate them both. They're…

Ande TrumanApril 18, 2017

Featured Home Life Homemade Cleaning & Care Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

DIY Burt’s Bees Style Lip Balm Recipe – 8¢ Per Tube

If you know me at all, you know that I don't leave the house without…

Ande TrumanApril 17, 2017

Mind and Body Nutrition

6 Tips To Prevent Chronic Inflammation From Damaging Your Health

Stubbed toe, twisted ankle or fractured bones - these are injuries that can lead to…

Ande TrumanApril 3, 2017

Mind and Body Mindset

4 Tips for Healthier Holiday Eating

Guest Post by Sara Upton If you’re trying to lose weight and fit into smaller-sized…

Ande TrumanDecember 1, 2015

Mind and Body Weight Loss

How I Lost 30 Pounds Without Running or Counting Calories

Guest Post by Jen Hayes A few years ago, I began taking a medication that…

Ande TrumanNovember 17, 2015

Mind and Body Mindset

Fixing a Broken Food System

Guest Post by Beth Kelly That common phrase uttered in most of our childhoods…

Ande TrumanSeptember 2, 2015

Fitness Mind and Body

Ways to Start Losing Weight on a Tight Budget

Guest Post by Stacy Crosby The key to weight loss, as with pretty much…

Ande TrumanMay 17, 2015

Carrots Celery Cheese Chicken Stock Dairy Feta Green Onions Ground Turkey Homestyle Liquid Main Dishes Meat Onion Quinoa Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Sour Cream Starches Veggies

Buffalo Turkey Meatballs with Savory Celery Quinoa – $1.81

I admit, this meal sounds a little weird. But if you're obsessed with buffalo sauce…

Ande TrumanMay 3, 2015

Asian Carrots Chickpeas Cilantro Featured Ginger Green Onions Herbs Herbs, Liquids, etc.Lime Main Dishes Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Starches Sweet Chili Sauce Veggies

Kung Pao Chickpeas & Rice – 79¢ Per Serving

Say hello to my vegan friend. I am the furthest from a vegan you could…

Ande TrumanApril 27, 2015

Wedges

101 Creative Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding

With wedding season upon us, it's important to remember that weddings don't necessarily have to…

Ande TrumanApril 6, 2015

Mind and Body Nutrition

Movies That Will Make You Rethink What’s on Your Plate

Guest Post by Beth Kelly In modern times, the farming of animals has transformed…

Ande TrumanMarch 23, 2015

Featured Finances Shopping Tips

Food Hacks to Keep Your Bounty Fresher for Longer

When you're on a tight budget and trying to eat healthy, tossing out old fruits…

Ande TrumanFebruary 25, 2015

Banana Breakfast Featured Fruit Homestyle Orange Pumpkin Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme

(Healthy) Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Some of the best gifts are things you really want, but can’t justify buying for…

Ande TrumanFebruary 5, 2015

Fitness Mind and Body

5 Ways Fitness Improves Wellbeing

About the Author: Sara Upton is a recent college graduate and health and fitness blogger. She is a firm…

Ande TrumanNovember 30, 2014

Apples Beef Stock Featured Fruit Homestyle Liquid Main Dishes Meat Mushrooms Onion Pork Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Sweet Potato Veggies

Apple Mushroom Sauce over Pork Chops and Mashed Sweet Potatoes – $3.90

While dog sitting last weekend, I decided to take advantage of the beautiful, bright kitchen…

Ande TrumanJuly 8, 2014

Featured Finances

6 Reasons You Should Start Pet Sitting

I want a dog. Real bad. My mom bought our Dalmatian, Dutchess, for my…

Ande TrumanJune 29, 2014

Mind and Body Weight Loss

How Your Weight Loss Resolution is Probably Going

Okay, you started out the new year with a resolution to lose weight. Lose…

Ande TrumanMarch 29, 2014

Tangy Cucumber Radish Salad - www.BrokeandHealthy.com (12)

Cucumber Featured Herbs Homestyle Liquid Onion Parsley Peppers Radish Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Red Wine Vinegar Sides Vegan Vegetarian Veggies

Tangy Cucumber Radish Salad – 56¢ per serving

Well, Spring is upon us and it's time for bright, colorful, refreshing, fresh-ingredient salads!…

Ande TrumanMarch 23, 2014

Featured Mind and Body Weight Loss

Losing Weight Diet vs. Lifestyle Diet

A few days ago a friend that started a new diet said if I…

Ande TrumanFebruary 12, 2014

Balsamic Vinegar Basil Black Beans Broccoli Brussel Sprouts Carrots Chickpeas Corn Cucumber Dairy Featured Feta Greek Green Beans Green Onions Herbs Jalapenos Liquid Onion Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Sides Starches Veggies Zucchini

Marinated Bean Salad

If you're broke, it's very likely you have a can of beans in your…

Ande TrumanFebruary 8, 2014

Cooking Techniques Top Carousel

Don’t Know How to Cook? This Appliance Will Help

How many of you enjoy cooking? Is it more of a chore, or is…

Ande TrumanJanuary 11, 2014

Featured Finances Money Management

How to Travel Anywhere, Even if You’re Broke

For some of you, “Traveling more” might be on your list of New Year’s…

Ande TrumanDecember 31, 2013

Basil Cilantro Herbs Meat Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Venison

Why I Shot a Deer (+ 7 Venison Marinades Recipes)

Last weekend my older cousin took me hunting for the first time. After I…

Ande TrumanDecember 30, 2013

Finances Money Management

Being Green While Saving Green: Maintaining Energy Efficiency During the Holidays

Guest Post by Beth Kelly Many people view the onset of the holiday season with…

Ande TrumanDecember 16, 2013

Finances Mind and Body Money Management Nutrition

Healthy Eating On Vacation

When you are on vacation, you may be surrounded by fast food options, theme parks…

Ande TrumanNovember 17, 2013

Home Life Homemade Cleaning & Care

Homemade Deodorant – .18¢ per stick

Why on earth would anyone make their own deodorant? In short, it's cheap, it's easy,…

Ande TrumanSeptember 7, 2013

Condiments Fruit Homestyle Lemon Peaches Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Sauces

Easy Peach Jam Recipe

Nothing quite like fresh peaches in the summer, eh? I got a few too…

Ande TrumanAugust 31, 2013

Featured Home Life Homemade Cleaning & Care

DIY Homemade Lotion – 3 Recipes for 3 Textures

The other day a guy at a skin care kiosk in the mall forced a…

Ande TrumanAugust 25, 2013

Home Life Homemade Cleaning & Care

10 Household Staples, 450 Uses

Broke and Healthy has published its first e-book! Be the first to get it! Click…

Ande TrumanAugust 7, 2013

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Skim Milk Linked with Obesity (and Scary Secrets about How It’s Made)

According to a recent study, low-fat dairy products, namely skim milk, contributed to a…

Ande TrumanJune 9, 2013

WYSIWYG Grazing - What You See Is What You Get Diet!

Featured Mind and Body Mindset Nutrition Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

WYSIWYG Grazing – How to Eat Simpler, Cheaper, and Healthier

Please allow me to share the nerd side of me for a moment. In the…

Ande TrumanMay 18, 2013

Fish Herbs Homestyle Main Dishes Meat Parsley Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Salmon

Sauteed Skin-On Herb Salmon over Creamed Spinach – $2.95

So, you've got yourself a salmon filet and you have no idea what to do…

Ande TrumanMay 10, 2013

Dessert Extras Fruit Pineapple Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Top Carousel

Crushed Pineapple Popsicles

This is less of a recipe and more of a fun tip. Summer is coming…

Ande TrumanMay 7, 2013

Carrots Featured Homestyle Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Sides Veggies

Sweet Roasted Rainbow Carrots

So, in my Backyard Produce Mystery Box delivery I received rainbow carrots. Carrots are naturally sweet, and…

Ande TrumanMay 4, 2013

Home Life Homemade Cleaning & Care

DIY Eye & Face Makeup Remover – 21¢ per ounce

Finding an effective makeup remover is important, especially if you wear dark eye makeup. After…

Ande TrumanApril 23, 2013

Home Life Homemade Cleaning & Care

DIY Neosporin Recipe (Multi-Purpose Balm/Salve/Ointment)

Uses for balm: Cuts, sores and scrapes Acne (before and after they pop) Mosquito bites…

Ande TrumanFebruary 23, 2013

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Win a $10 iTunes & $20 Shutterfly Gift Card!

Take a minute to enter to win a $10 iTunes gift card and a $20…

Ande TrumanFebruary 22, 2013

Basil Chicken Cilantro Featured Herbs Meat Parsley Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

The Juiciest Baked Chicken You’ll Ever Eat – .89¢ Per Serving

This was hands-down the absolute moistest, most delicious baked chicken I've ever had. If you…

Ande TrumanFebruary 12, 2013

Asian Chicken Eggplant Featured Jalapenos Onion Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sweet Chili Sauce Zucchini

Roasted Spicy Asian Chicken Veggies – .55¢

Yet again, I struck gold at the farmer's market. 3 red peppers for $1! There…

Ande TrumanFebruary 7, 2013

Shaved Rainbow Carrot Salad with Cilantro, Vinaigrette & Queso Fresco

Carrots Cheese Cilantro Dairy Featured Herbs Herbs, Liquids, etc.Queso Fresco Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Veggies

Shaved Rainbow Carrot & Sweet Potato Salad with Cilantro, Cumin Vinaigrette & Queso Fresco

So, in my Backyard Produce Mystery Box delivery I received rainbow carrots. They made me ridiculously…

Ande TrumanFebruary 3, 2013

Basil Featured Herbs Homestyle Main Dishes Meat Pork Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme

Garlic Studded Pork Loin – $1.47

Pork loins are one of the most versatile pieces of meat you can buy. Cut…

Ande TrumanFebruary 1, 2013

Chicken Main Dishes Parsley Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice

Lemon Garlic Chicken over Rice – $1.73

Eat your heart you, Rachel Ray. Here's an easy "30 Minute Meal" if I've ever…

Ande TrumanJanuary 21, 2013

Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Uncategorized

Sleeping Lion Photo (Order Prints)

This isn't very relevant to the subject matter in this website but I wanted to…

Ande TrumanJanuary 18, 2013

Balsamic Vinegar Cabbage Featured Liquid Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Veggies

Grilled Red Cabbage Steaks – 16¢

My roommates and I have stumbled upon an amazing discovery on accident. Grilled cabbage! Every…

Ande TrumanJanuary 17, 2013

Collard Greens Featured Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Starches Tortillas

Raw Collard Greens: The Tortilla Alternative

Out of all the articles and recipes I've posted, I've never shared a game-changer idea.…

Ande TrumanJanuary 16, 2013

Featured Mind and Body Mindset Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Weight Loss

Grace, Shame, and Why Diet Pills Made Me Fatter

In 2011 I lost 35 pounds in 6 months. It was awesome. I was surging with…

Ande TrumanJanuary 8, 2013

Cheese Corn Corn Flour Dairy Featured Latin Main Dishes Meat Pork Queso Fresco Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Theme Sour Cream

Mexican Corn Cakes – 4¢ Per Cake

I could eat Latin food every day and not get sick of it. And I…

Ande TrumanJanuary 7, 2013

Featured Mindset

7 Ways to Keep Your New Years Resolutions

I don't mean to sound like Miss Grumpy Pants at such a festive time of…

Ande TrumanJanuary 1, 2013

Featured Finances Shopping Tips

10 Healthy ‘Poor Man’s’ Foods

Stefan Pinto, a self-proclaimed former fatty and current model, changed his life and his attitude…

Ande TrumanJanuary 1, 2013

Carrots Celery Chicken Chicken Stock Featured Herbs Homestyle Liquid Meat Onion Parsley Pasta Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Soups Starches Veggies

Easy Chicken Soup Recipe – .59¢ per serving

Last week I got strep AND the stomach flu within a few days of each…

Ande TrumanDecember 28, 2012

Finances Money Management Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Don’t Go Broke for the Holidays

Thanksgiving & Christmas meals don't have to break your bank. Here are some hearty, homestyle…

Ande TrumanDecember 16, 2012

Breakfast Coconut Featured Fruit Ginger Oatmeal Pumpkin Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Starches Veggies

Homemade Autumn Granola Recipe – $.48 Per Serving

Last week I made a whole 5 gallon bucket's worth of delicious, crunchy, natural…

Ande TrumanSeptember 16, 2012

Cooking Techniques

How to Cook Faster – Part 3: Cleaning

There was a time when I cooked in commercial kitchens where I had a dishwasher…

Ande TrumanAugust 4, 2012

Condiments Dessert Featured Herbs, Liquids, etc.Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal

Homemade Vanilla – $3.47

It's not hard to find a homemade vanilla recipe out there, especially on Pinterest, but…

Ande TrumanAugust 1, 2012

Bacon Breakfast Eggs Meat Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Spinach Veggies

Green Eggs & Bacon Recipe

I hope that when I'm a mom, I can 1) get my kids excited about…

Ande TrumanJuly 21, 2012

Crock Pot Beef Roast with Red Wine Gravy over Rice - Broke and Healthy (21)

Cooking Techniques Top Carousel

How to Cook Faster – Part 2: Cooking

Before you read this, check out Part 1: Prep Work. Once you're prepared to start…

Ande TrumanJuly 21, 2012

Cooking Techniques Top Carousel

How to Cook Faster – Part 1: Prep Work

One of my favorite things in life is to spend hours cooking a long, drawn…

Ande TrumanJuly 15, 2012

Fun Ways to Display Books - Broke and Healthy

DIY Decorating Featured Home Life Top Carousel

88 Fun Ways to Display Books

Last week I was hunting down fun, cheap, easy ways to display books, as I…

Ande TrumanJuly 14, 2012

Blueberries Coconut Dessert Fruit Raspberries Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Top Carousel Yogurt

Frozen Coconut & Greek Yogurt Covered Blueberries & Raspberries

So here's what happened. I found this cool Greek yogurt covered frozen blueberries idea on…

Ande TrumanJuly 12, 2012

Chicken Stock Featured Homestyle Latin Liquid Main Dishes Meat Onion Pork Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Rice Sour Cream Starches Veggies

Slow Cooked Boston Butt (2 Ways: Cuban Style & “Homestyle”) – $1.21

A single gal buying a big Boston Butt may sound a little weird, but you…

Ande TrumanJuly 2, 2012

Featured Mind and Body Mindset

Being Unhealthy Does Not Make You a Victim

Healthy food is just too expensive. Everyone goes out to lunch at work so of…

Ande TrumanJuly 2, 2012

Green Beans Homestyle Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Top Carousel Vegan Vegetarian

Sauteed Green Beans & Garlic – $.62

Growing up I always disliked beans because we always had canned beans, which were mushy…

Ande TrumanMay 25, 2012

Basil Featured Herbs Homestyle Onion Parsley Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Sauces Veggies

Fresh Herb & Garlic Dressing Recipe

I challenge you to race me to the grocery store and back with a bottle…

Ande TrumanMay 24, 2012

Bacon Cheese Dairy Featured Feta Homestyle Main Dishes Meat Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Sour Cream Veggies

Bryndzové Halušky Recipe (Slovak Potato Dumplings with Bacon and Cheese) – .91¢ Per Serving

I spent the year of 2009 in Trnava, Slovaka doing some volunteer mission work. My…

Ande TrumanMay 20, 2012

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Bacon Balsamic Vinegar Basil Herbs Homestyle Liquid Meat Parsley Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Sauces Top Carousel

Bacon Balsamic Herb Dressing Recipe

I'll be honest. There's a part of me that feels a little guilty for posting…

Ande TrumanMay 20, 2012

Crock Pot Beef Roast with Red Wine Gravy over Rice - Broke and Healthy (1)

Beef Homestyle Liquid Main Dishes Meat Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Red Wine Rice Starches Top Carousel

Crock Pot Beef Roast with Red Wine Onion Gravy over Rice – $1.48

When I took my first bite of this dish in the kitchen, a group of…

Ande TrumanApril 15, 2012

Cooking Techniques Featured Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Cooking Meat: Muscle vs. Fat

Most people I know don't buy cuts of meat they're not familiar with because they…

Ande TrumanApril 12, 2012

Buckwheat Coconut Dessert Featured Flax Oatmeal Peaches Raspberries Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Vegan Vegetarian

Peach, Raspberry & Coconut Oat Crisp with Flax – $.64

Thank goodness for crumbles. Fruit crumbles are one of those things you can throw together…

Ande TrumanApril 11, 2012

Carrots Chicken Stock Corn Green Onions Homestyle Main Dishes Onion Peaches Pork Quinoa Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Grilled Pork Chop with Smokey Peach Vegetable Quinoa – $1.40

Three of my favorite things to eat in the summertime are grilled meat, corn and…

Ande TrumanApril 2, 2012

Asian Best Of Featured Ginger Orange Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sauces Vegan Vegetarian

Garlic & Ginger Soy Dressing – $1.02 for 10+ servings

One of my favorite things to make is dressing. I call it dressing, but really,…

Ande TrumanMarch 27, 2012

Beef Stock Homestyle Liquid Onion Pumpkin Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Soups Veggies

Pumpkin Caramelized Onion Soup – $.95

Here's a super simple 2-3 ingredient recipe that will surprise you with some really amazing…

Ande TrumanMarch 25, 2012

Wedges

Hungry for Change Documentary – Free Online Premiere

Hey all, Hungry for Change has a new full length documentary they're sharing for free online.…

Ande TrumanMarch 23, 2012

Basil Beef Stock Celery Eggplant Greek Herbs Liquid Main Dishes Onion Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Recipes by Meal Recipes by Theme Red Wine Sauces Sides Veggies

Red Wine Reduction Sauce over Roasted Baby Eggplant

The title of this recipe should actually be: Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid to Experiment…

Ande TrumanMarch 22, 2012

Mind and Body Nutrition Wedges

Stop the Cycle

As controversial as this commercial may be, it's pretty powerful. We must stop the cycle…

Ande TrumanMarch 20, 2012

Cheese Cooking Techniques Dairy Italian Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Top Carousel

Fresh Homemade Mozzarella Cheese – $1.26 (per ball)

Recently, I stumbled on a recipe for mozzarella cheese. I mail-ordered some of the ingredients…

Ande TrumanMarch 19, 2012

Best Of Chickpeas Greek Lemon Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Tahini Top Carousel Vegan Vegetarian

Heavenly Homemade Hummus – $.18 per serving

Hummus is a lot like tomato sauce: Everyone does it a little differently and everyone…

Ande TrumanMarch 5, 2012

Cooking Techniques Home Life

Kitchen Knives: What to Buy and How to Cut

One way to get healthy and save money is to eat at home. But to…

Ande TrumanFebruary 26, 2012

Apples Beef Black Beans Carrots Celery Chickpeas Featured Ginger Kale Latin Mushrooms Onion Peppers Pork Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups Spinach Sweet Chili Sauce Sweet Potato

“38 Special” Chili {Sausage, Beer, & Spinach, Oh My!}

I would say that I'm not a very competitive person. Bragging about how good you…

Ande TrumanFebruary 4, 2012

Homemade Cleaning & Care Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Lemon Ginger Honey Green Tea Concoction to Battle Your Cold

So,, one long-term resolution I'd like to make is to transition more and more towards…

Ande TrumanJanuary 30, 2012

Home Life

Pinterest Guide

Okay Pinterest lovers, whether you're a beginner pinner or an advanced user trying to make…

Ande TrumanJanuary 29, 2012

Featured Mindset

Why You Should Live Like You’re Poor {Even Though You’re Not}

I'm not a financial advisor and I'm not wealthy, let's just get that straight. But…

Ande TrumanJanuary 28, 2012

Featured Nutrition

Why I Want to Stop Popping Pills {and DayQuil}

I want to stop using medicine. That's easier said than done, especially if you've grown…

Ande TrumanJanuary 24, 2012

Broccoli Featured Homestyle Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Oven Roasted Broccoli Recipe

I think I've officially found my favorite way to prepare broccoli. THIS is why I…

Ande TrumanJanuary 8, 2012

Featured Nutrition

50 Techniques to Help You Sleep

Sleep deprivation is serious business. In the short run, not getting enough sleep can leave…

Ande TrumanJanuary 7, 2012

Broke and Healthy Ways to Hang Your Jewelry DIY decor do it yourself (1)

DIY Decorating Featured

50 Fun Ways to Hang Your Jewelry

If you're like me, you have way too much (cheap) jewelry and no fancy jewelry…

Ande TrumanDecember 31, 2011

DIY Decorating Featured

7 Cheap Homemade Gifts

For Christmas, I decided to make most of my gifts. After doing it, I can't…

Ande TrumanDecember 30, 2011

Nutrition Top Carousel

28 Food Documentaries + Ratings, Trailers & Links to Watch

These trailers are listed based on ratings from Rotten Tomatoes. Don't let the ratings…

Ande TrumanDecember 29, 2011

Homemade Cleaning & Care Top Carousel

Homemade Sugar Scrub

I see sugar scrubs on the shelf anywhere from $10-$50 for a small jar. Frankly,…

Ande TrumanDecember 28, 2011

Homemade Cleaning & Care Top Carousel

Simple Homemade Herb Soap Recipe – 70¢ per bar

There were so many amazing things in this soap, I didn't know which ingredient to…

Ande TrumanDecember 27, 2011

Balsamic Vinegar Basil Brussel Sprouts Greek Green Onions Mushrooms Onion Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Vegan Vegetarian

Greek Style Sauteed Vegetables – $1.08

I'm not a vegetarian, nor do I ever plan on becoming one. However, there's something…

Ande TrumanDecember 20, 2011

Broccoli Cheddar Homestyle Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups Vegetarian

Broccoli Soup – $.92

Ever ordered broccoli soup that doesn't quite taste like broccoli? Like it's been added with…

Ande TrumanDecember 17, 2011

Balsamic Vinegar Chicken Italian Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Spinach Zucchini

Balsamic Glazed Chicken & Mushrooms – $2.28

I'm excited to tell you about what I had for dinner tonight. It was really…

Ande TrumanDecember 17, 2011

Chicken Chicken Stock Homestyle Lemon Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Blue Collar Baked Chicken – $.75

When you think "Baked Chicken", do you think dry and overcooked like I do? If…

Ande TrumanNovember 22, 2011

Featured Fitness

A Free, Guaranteed Method to Avoid Hip Problems

A couple years ago, I worked in Ethiopia for a few months, helping a team…

Ande TrumanNovember 17, 2011

Apples Fruit Pumpkin Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Pumpkin Apple Butter Recipe

This is probably the easiest thing I've made on this site. Seriously, don't be afraid…

Ande TrumanOctober 26, 2011

Best Of Mindset Top Carousel

6 Life Skills I’ll Teach my Children (When I Have Them)

1. The Art of Simplicity It’s funny how many life lessons I’ve learned through cooking.…

Ande TrumanOctober 21, 2011

Apples Dessert Homestyle Oatmeal Pumpkin Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides

Caramel Pumpkin Applesauce with Crunchy Topping – $.44

I think I need a section for recipes that aren’t necessarily “healthy” but not as…

Ande TrumanOctober 17, 2011

Nutrition

Watch “Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead” for Free

Sweet, it's free to watch on Hulu! If you're not familiar with the film, I've…

Ande TrumanOctober 16, 2011

DIY Decorating Featured

Book Page Wreath

Yes, book page wreaths. This is so clever, cheap and interesting! Especially with a meaningful…

Ande TrumanOctober 14, 2011

Nutrition

Your Handy A-K Guide to the 13 Vitamins

Alright, so I have no idea who originally did this diagram but I'm not taking…

Ande TrumanOctober 5, 2011

Cooking Techniques Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

How to Cut an Onion

I know some people who wont use onions if they're 1) in a hurry,…

Ande TrumanAugust 30, 2011

Kale Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Vegan Vegetarian

Baked Kale Chips – $.11

Kale is probably one of those things you rarely or never eat. Well, it's packed…

Ande TrumanAugust 16, 2011

Mindset

Self-Trust & Diets: Do you Trust Yourself?

I'm a big fan of the book, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. At…

Ande TrumanAugust 15, 2011

DIY Decorating Top Carousel

50 Fun Things to do with Paint Chip Samples

If this isn't free/cheap, DIY art & decor, I don't know what is! Click…

Ande TrumanAugust 11, 2011

Chickpeas Cooking Techniques Featured Indian Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Tahini Vegan Vegetarian

9 Tips & Tricks for the Best Hummus Ever

A few months back, my friend was raving about this hummus she found at a…

Ande TrumanAugust 9, 2011

Finances Money Management

9 Words that Got Me Out of Debt

Being broke—I mean really broke—can be scary. But the stress can be manageable with…

Ande TrumanAugust 8, 2011

Cooking Techniques

4 Reasons Not to Buy Ground Meat

Don't worry, I'm not going to persuade you to be a vegan or to…

Ande TrumanAugust 4, 2011

Mindset

1st World “Poor” vs. 3rd world “Poor”

Whenever I’m in a situation that I’m not sure how to handle, or if…

Ande TrumanAugust 3, 2011

Cilantro Latin Lime Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Salsa Sauces Spinach Tomatillos Vegan Vegetarian

Roasted Tomatillo Cilantro Salsa – $.21 per serving

One of my new favorite condiments is an incredibly light and fresh salsa made from…

Ande TrumanAugust 1, 2011

Asian Black Beans Broccoli Latin Main Dishes Mango Peppers Pineapple Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Salmon

Sauteed Salmon over Black Bean/Mango/Pineapple "Slaw" & Steamed Broccoli – $2.80

(Sorry, this was an old post. It's not nearly as interesting to read without all…

Ande TrumanAugust 1, 2011

Asian Ginger Jalapenos Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sauces Sweet Chili Sauce

“Asian Sauce” for Dummies

Disclaimer: If you are of Asian descent and I have shamed your particular country of…

Ande TrumanJuly 27, 2011

Mindset

4 Confessions of a Healthy Food Blogger

This weekend I watched the documentary, Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead on Netflix. I liked…

Ande TrumanJuly 25, 2011

Celery Parsley Pork Quinoa Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Slow Cooked Pork over Quinoa – $2.05

I learned 3 things during the course of cooking this recipe: You can cook a…

Ande TrumanJuly 21, 2011

Asian Chicken Cucumber Featured Ginger Main Dishes Pineapple Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Wraps Spinach

Vietnamese Style Chicken & Cucumber Spring Rolls – $1.16

One thing I love about these is that they're perfect for entertaining. Make this for…

Ande TrumanJuly 21, 2011

Beef Stock Chicken Stock Couscous Homestyle Mushrooms Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups Vegan Vegetarian

Baby Bella Mushroom & Couscous Soup – .93¢

Ugh, life is so much better when you're not picky about food! Used to hate…

Ande TrumanJuly 15, 2011

Wedges

6 Lessons From Recent Diet Research

Diet Blog posted a nice article about recent studies about diets and foods we should/shouldn't…

Ande TrumanJuly 1, 2011

Cooking Techniques

Benefits & Drawbacks of Gas & Charcoal Grills

Let's get down to the real question. What’s more important to you on a daily…

Ande TrumanJune 26, 2011

Wedges

What’s the Best Charcoal Chimney Starter to Buy?

What a fantastic website. America's Test Kitchen/Cooks Illustrated post a lot of Equipment Reviews that…

Ande TrumanJune 25, 2011

Cooking Techniques

4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Choosing a Grill

It's grilling time. I'd be willing to bet that the majority if you have probably…

Ande TrumanJune 24, 2011

Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Wedges

40 Recipes with 10 Ingredients

I ran across this amazing article from Women's Health Magazine today. 40 fresh recipes with…

Ande TrumanJune 20, 2011

DIY Decorating Top Carousel

Paper Towel Rolls, Spoon Mirrors & Old Plates – Next to Free Pinterest Ideas

I've recently found a website online that I literally feel addicted to. Pinterest. In fact,…

Ande TrumanJune 17, 2011

Wedges

Garden As If Your Life Depended On It, Because It Does

Ellen LaConte is kind of a babe. This North Carolinian writer writes about why we…

Ande TrumanJune 4, 2011

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Farmer’s Markets Now Accept Food Stamps

If you're neither a farmer's market goer, a food stamp user or a California liver,…

Ande TrumanJune 4, 2011

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Master the Art of Low-Effort Cooking

In my college dorm room, we weren't allowed to have any cooking devices except a…

Ande TrumanJune 3, 2011

Cooking Techniques Onion

3 Reasons to Avoid Processed Ingredients

Last week, as I was housesitting for a friend, I decided to make something with…

Ande TrumanMay 13, 2011

Beef Best Of Homestyle Main Dishes Onion Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Red Wine Sour Cream

Braised Short Ribs over Mashed Red Potatoes – $2.42

I want you to listen to me right now. This is one of the best…

Ande TrumanMay 1, 2011

Balsamic Vinegar Basil Homestyle Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Grilled Marinated Venison & Grilled Farmer’s Market Vegetables – $2.39

So instead of being responsible and doing errands this past Saturday, I grilled outside on…

Ande TrumanApril 7, 2011

Beef Best Of Corn Homestyle Main Dishes Onion Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Roasted Red Potatoes & Corn on the Cob – $2.22

So Cookware.com gave me a crock pot. How nice! Got it just a few days after…

Ande TrumanMarch 23, 2011

Avocado Feta Ground Turkey Homestyle Lime Main Dishes Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Spinach

Caramelized Onion Stuffed Turkey Burger with Guacamole, Fresh Spinach & Feta – $1.86

If I had a grill, this would've been so much better. But it's all good.…

Ande TrumanFebruary 17, 2011

Cooking Techniques

Why Knife Skills Will Change Your Cooking Life

If you know how to cut veggies and fruits, you'll eat them more. I've worked…

Ande TrumanFebruary 16, 2011

Homestyle Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Sweet Potato Vegan Vegetarian

Baked Sweet Potato Fries – $.55

I don't know about you but most of the time I'm not in the mood…

Ande TrumanFebruary 15, 2011

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Topics & Tips to Know if You Want to Contribute to B&H

B&H is about to be bigger and badder. So send your articles in! Here are…

Ande TrumanJanuary 21, 2011

Asian Chicken Main Dishes Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Spinach

Sauteed Caramelized Onions, Sun-Dried Tomato, Garlic & Baby Spinach over Grilled Chicken – $1.75

So, one of the many reasons I haven't posted in a few weeks is because…

Ande TrumanDecember 18, 2010

Carrots Cilantro Fennel Green Onions Lemon Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Scallops Shallots Sides Tomatillos

Seared Scallops with Cilantro Tomatillo Chutney & Fennel Carrot Salad – $3.80

Here's a nice little ditty for you if you're a fan of scallops. Scallops aren't…

Ande TrumanNovember 30, 2010

Mind and Body Nutrition Top Carousel

How Eating Real Food Has Changed Me

When I was away at university, I would constantly go to the doctor's office for…

Ande TrumanNovember 18, 2010

Breakfast Dessert Quinoa Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Breakfast Quinoa Pudding

Whenever I had tummy issues as a kid, there was a natural progression of food.…

Ande TrumanNovember 16, 2010

Bacon Balsamic Vinegar Chicken Eggs Homestyle Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice

Quail Egg & Balsamic Glaze over Bacon, Tomato, Chicken & Rice – $1.55

I'll be honest, when I made this meal I was in the middle of bad…

Ande TrumanNovember 10, 2010

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6 Life Skills I’ll Teach my Children (When I Have Them)

6. The Art of Perseverance I don't know about you, but one thing that's frustrating…

Ande TrumanOctober 23, 2010

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6 Life Skills I’ll Teach my Children (When I Have Them)

5. The Art of Progression After 18 years of school, I was burned out on…

Ande TrumanOctober 23, 2010

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6 Life Skills I’ll Teach my Children (When I Have Them)

4. The Art of Coping From minor inconvenience to tragedy, the inability to cope with…

Ande TrumanOctober 23, 2010

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6 Life Skills I’ll Teach my Children (When I Have Them)

3. The Art of Authenticity Pretension is our enemy. And insincerity is exhausting, don’t you…

Ande TrumanOctober 22, 2010

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6 Life Skills I’ll Teach my Children (When I Have Them)

2. The Art of Savoring A few years ago, I worked at a summer camp.…

Ande TrumanOctober 21, 2010

Best Of Couscous Indian Jalapenos Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Spinach Vegetarian

Spicy Ethiopian Style Veggie Stew over Couscous – $1.31

Couscous is quickly becoming a favorite side dish/starch these days. It's so light & fluffy,…

Ande TrumanSeptember 30, 2010

Asian Cilantro Fish Ginger Jalapenos Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sweet Chili Sauce

Video Recipe #1 – Ginger Asian Sauce over Fresh Lemon Tilapia & Bok Choy

Ande TrumanSeptember 26, 2010

Bacon Balsamic Vinegar Feta Ground Turkey Homestyle Main Dishes Mushrooms Parsley Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Balsamic Glazed Mushrooms & Meatballs with Onions & Bacon – $1.21

I'm not sure you can really mess up a dish with mushrooms, onions, bacon and…

Ande TrumanAugust 23, 2010

Jalapenos Main Dishes Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Salmon Spinach

Sauteed Salmon over Jalapeno Potato Mash – $3.50

Here's a thought: Don't go to the grocery store after you get your paycheck and…

Ande TrumanAugust 17, 2010

Best Of Chicken Homestyle Main Dishes Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Spinach Sweet Chili Sauce

Creamy Sweet Chili Sauce over BBQ Grilled Chicken and Baked Fries – $1.23

Despite how simple this dish looks, I've gotta say this is on my top 10…

Ande TrumanAugust 9, 2010

Beef Stock Homestyle Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Pasta Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Top Carousel

Beefy Baby Bella Pasta – $1.39

Ok, don't get mad at me. When you think "healthy", you probably don't think pasta.…

Ande TrumanAugust 5, 2010

Bacon Carrots Celery Cheddar Green Onions Mushrooms Onion Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups

Simple Potato Soup – $.96

There are 100 ways to skin a cat, and there are 100 ways to make…

Ande TrumanJuly 26, 2010

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The Dark Kitchen

You may be wondering why my food photos suck so much. You're right, they do.…

Ande TrumanJuly 23, 2010

Best Of Green Onions Ground Turkey Indian Main Dishes Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Ro*Tel

Spicy Curry Ro*Tel Sauce with Turkey Meatballs over Jasmine Rice – $1.29

I literally had no idea what the end product was going to be on this.…

Ande TrumanJuly 20, 2010

Best Of Cilantro Cucumber Green Onions Jalapenos Jicama Latin Lime Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Vegan Vegetarian

Jicama Cucumber Slaw – $.29

So I keep hearing about this jicama stuff (pronounced hee-kah-mah I believe) all over the…

Ande TrumanJuly 17, 2010

Celery Cheddar Latin Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Top Carousel

Chorizo, Veggies & Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers – $1.66

Ever had chorizo? It's a spicy mexican sausage that you can get at just about…

Ande TrumanJuly 15, 2010

Best Of Fish Green Onions Indian Lime Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Top Carousel

Curried Cod Stew Over Jasmine Rice – $2.09

I'm not experienced in cod. In fact, I've got a lot to learn about fish…

Ande TrumanJuly 2, 2010

Bacon Beef Brussel Sprouts Homestyle Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides

Bacon Wrapped Beef Filet over Sauteed Brussel Sprouts – $1.25

When you think brussel sprouts, you probably have some weird childish reaction that resembles a…

Ande TrumanJune 22, 2010

Basil Best Of Chicken Feta Italian Main Dishes Mushrooms Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Spinach

Chicken & Feta Stuffed Portobellos with Classic Tomato Sauce & Spinach – $1.87

I think I can safely say that one of my "comfort foods" is anything with…

Ande TrumanJune 18, 2010

Best Of Featured Italian Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sauces Vegan Vegetarian

Classic Tomato Sauce (AKA Italian Gravy) – $.51

For a few years now I have been on a search to find the best…

Ande TrumanJune 4, 2010

Balsamic Vinegar Broccoli Chicken Feta Greek Italian Main Dishes Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Tortillas

Balsamic Chicken, Feta & Veggie "Flatbread" Tortilla Pizza – $1.93

The other night I was dying for some pizza. Honestly though, I never have the…

Ande TrumanJune 3, 2010

Greek Homestyle Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Top Carousel Vegan Vegetarian

Rosemary & Sea Salt Roasted Mini Red Potatoes – .38¢

Yet again, I struck gold at the local farmer's market by purchasing these lovely mini…

Ande TrumanMay 31, 2010

Eggplant Italian Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Vegan Vegetarian

Sauteed Mini Eggplant, Red Pepper & Garlic – $.39

Ever been to your local farmer's market? If not, this Saturday you should definitely check…

Ande TrumanMay 27, 2010

Mind and Body Top Carousel Weight Loss

9 Weight Loss Tips from Someone Who’s Never Lost Weight…Till Now

Recently, over the past 6 months, I've lost about 30 pounds. I've never lost a…

Ande TrumanMay 23, 2010

Asian Eggs Green Onions Mushrooms Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Sides Spinach Vegetarian

Asian Vegetable "Fried" (Brown) Rice – $.85

Ummm yeah, this was as good as it looks. This beast of an Asian dish…

Ande TrumanMay 13, 2010

Best Of Carrots Chickpeas Cilantro Indian Lime Main Dishes Onion Paneer Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Spinach Top Carousel Vegetarian

Paneer & Chickpea Curry – $1.20

If you've never had paneer, a fresh, mild Indian cheese, you should definitely check it…

Ande TrumanMay 10, 2010

Jalapenos Latin Lime Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Salsa Sauces Vegan Vegetarian

Pico De Gallo – $.11

I really don't like store-bought salsa. There, I said it. I think it's crap. I've…

Ande TrumanMay 4, 2010

Beef Beef Stock Homestyle Main Dishes Mushrooms Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Red Wine Rice

Red Wine Beef with Onions & Mushrooms over Rice – $1.37

This meal was ridiculous. The flavor was out of this world. It's like beef stew…

Ande TrumanMay 3, 2010

Asian Chicken Ginger Jalapenos Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Pineapple Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Sweet Chili Sauce

Chili Pineapple & Mushroom Chicken over Brown Rice – $1.87

If I remember correctly, after taking the first bite of this I proclaimed, "OH SNAP."…

Ande TrumanApril 27, 2010

Avocado Black Beans Cilantro Cucumber Green Onions Jalapenos Jicama Latin Lime Queso Fresco Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Sour Cream Vegetarian

Sour Cream & Queso Fresco over Black Beans – $.73

Remember that cucumber jicama slaw we made? Well you'll need that for this quick meal.…

Ande TrumanApril 26, 2010

Cilantro Ginger Jalapenos Latin Main Dishes Pineapple Pork Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Salsa Sweet Potato

Pineapple Salsa over Sauteed Pork & Roasted Potato Medley – $1.14

DUDE. This was awesome. It may look a little dry and boring in this picture…

Ande TrumanApril 21, 2010

Best Of Chicken Eggs Indian Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Spinach

Spicy Indian Chicken Stew over Saffron Rice & Egg – $1.58

So honestly, I didn't know what to call this. I'm not going to claim that…

Ande TrumanApril 17, 2010

Best Of Black Beans Featured Latin Lime Main Dishes Pork Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Salsa

Panko Breaded Pork with Lime over Black Beans & Rice – $.96

There is nothing extraordinary about this dish, but it was fast, savory, and incredibly tasty.…

Ande TrumanApril 14, 2010

Apples Eggs Homestyle Main Dishes Onion Pork Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sweet Potato

Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sauteed Pork Chops and Apple – $1.15

So the other night I asked one of my roommates, "What kind of pasta can…

Ande TrumanApril 9, 2010

Chicken Chicken Stock Homestyle Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Pasta Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Homestyle Chicken & Onion Sauce over Orzo – $.71

Here's a painfully easy little ditty for those nights you get home from work and…

Ande TrumanApril 6, 2010

Banana Breakfast Dessert Mango Pineapple Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Wraps Sides Spinach Vegan Vegetarian

Pineapple Mango Banana Spinach Rice-Wrap – $.37

Here's a crazy good appetizer or snack for your next Spring party! I bought like…

Ande TrumanApril 5, 2010

Feta Greek Italian Main Dishes Pasta Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Spinach Vegetarian

Spring is Here Salad with Feta, Spinach, Tomato, Basil, Garlic and Orzo – $1.05

So here's a really easy side dish. I actually put this on top of my…

Ande TrumanApril 2, 2010

Balsamic Vinegar Carrots Chicken Italian Main Dishes Mushrooms Peppers Potato Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Chicken Wrapped Veggies with Balsamic Sauce over Rosemary Roasted Potatoes – $1.63

Here's a fancy shmancy little meal to impress that special someone. In my case, that…

Ande TrumanMarch 31, 2010

Balsamic Vinegar Basil Best Of Featured Feta Greek Italian Main Dishes Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Spinach Tortillas Vegetarian

Sexy Nachos with Feta, Spinach, Caramelized Onions, Basil and Balsamic Glaze – $1.16

Share You guys. I'm serious. I don't mean to brag but these were amazing. I…

Ande TrumanMarch 29, 2010

Blueberries Dessert Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Top Carousel Vegan Vegetarian

Vegan Blueberry Crisp – $.85

So I got these blueberries free from my mom. I know blueberries are a bit…

Ande TrumanMarch 25, 2010

Balsamic Vinegar Eggplant Italian Main Dishes Mushrooms Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Vegan Vegetarian

Balsamic Mushroom "Bruschetta" – $1.15

I hated mushrooms for the first 23 years of my life, until my friend Lindsay…

Ande TrumanMarch 23, 2010

Asian Carrots Chicken Main Dishes Onion Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Thai Style Chicken Veggie Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Dressing – $.90

Dude, these things were awesome. Here's a nice break from the ordinary meal! Though I'm…

Ande TrumanMarch 22, 2010

Avocado Cheddar Cilantro Latin Onion Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups Vegan Vegetarian

Stupid Good Avocado Soup – $.74

I think if we have food in Heaven, avocados will be there. As well as…

Ande TrumanMarch 18, 2010

Latin Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Vegan Vegetarian

Sauteed Plantains – $.22

For my 50th post, I'm going simple. One of my favorite snacks or side dishes…

Ande TrumanMarch 17, 2010

Asian Best Of Carrots Chicken Main Dishes Mushrooms Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Wraps

Thai Style Chicken Spring Rolls with Spicy Peanut Dipping Sauce – $.70

I've been noticing a boring trend in my recipes I'm posting- some kind of meat…

Ande TrumanMarch 16, 2010

Chicken Homestyle Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Pecan Crusted Chicken – $.85

Pecans are kind of a love - hate thing for me. Something happens to the…

Ande TrumanMarch 13, 2010

Beef Stock Best Of Chicken Homestyle Main Dishes Mushrooms Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Top Carousel

Easy Chicken Marsala – $.99

I said on my Facebook status that I literally had to walk away from this…

Ande TrumanMarch 13, 2010

Chicken Latin Main Dishes Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Ro*Tel Salsa

Spicy Ro*Tel-Curry Tomato Chicken Over Rice – $1.19

So I really prefer to not use pre-made ingredients such as Ro*Tel, but I happened…

Ande TrumanMarch 11, 2010

Cooking Techniques Mindset

Breaking Dependence from Recipes and Using Common Sense

If I was ever cool enough to write a "cookbook", this would be the subtitle.…

Ande TrumanMarch 9, 2010

Asian Chicken Coconut Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Baked Coconut Chicken – $.88

Sorry it's taken me a few days to post. I've been out of town all…

Ande TrumanMarch 9, 2010

Apples Chicken Homestyle Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice

Savory Apple Stuffed Chicken – $.83

Hmm...so as I look in my fridge I see I have a piece of chicken,…

Ande TrumanMarch 4, 2010

Asian Eggs Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice Salmon

Garlic Asian Salmon over Jasmine Rice topped with Runny Egg – $1.22

So you may be thinking, "Ok, salmon, eggs and rice. Gross. She must not have…

Ande TrumanMarch 3, 2010

Asian Chicken Coconut Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups Sweet Potato Top Carousel

Coconut Chicken Soup – $.20

A few weeks ago I made Thai sweet potato chicken soup. This recipe has a lot…

Ande TrumanMarch 2, 2010

Chicken Latin Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Pasta Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Spicy Orzo, Chicken & Veggie Stuffed Green Peppers – $1.85

You don't even know how much I love Texas Pete hot sauce. The other day…

Ande TrumanFebruary 27, 2010

Eggplant Greek Lemon Parsley Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Tahini Top Carousel Vegan Vegetarian

Baba Ghanoush – $.29

Baba Ghanoush. One of those things people seem to keep asking me if I've had…

Ande TrumanFebruary 25, 2010

Black Beans Chicken Latin Lemon Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice

Zingy Lemon Curry Chicken Over Black Beans & Rice – $.82

When you think of rice and beans do you think of pasty, bland rice and…

Ande TrumanFebruary 24, 2010

Finances Shopping Tips

Which Grocery Store is Really the Cheapest?

If you're poor like me, every cent counts and finding the cheapest grocery stores in…

Ande TrumanFebruary 23, 2010

Asian Carrots Chicken Main Dishes Mushrooms Pasta Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Chicken Penne "Lo Mein" – $.60

Here's a great "I'm Starving!" meal to throw together for just yourself or for the whole…

Ande TrumanFebruary 22, 2010

Beef Stock Best Of Homestyle Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups

The Easiest French Onion Soup Ever – $.45

This one's dedicated to all you guys who want to impress your ladies. Two ingredients.…

Ande TrumanFebruary 20, 2010

Apples Best Of Breakfast Eggs Homestyle Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Top Carousel Vegetarian

Apple Flax Buckwheat Pancakes – $.11

After dreaming I was an assisting surgical nurse for Jack Shephard from Lost last night,…

Ande TrumanFebruary 19, 2010

Black Beans Carrots Cheddar Homestyle Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sweet Potato Vegan Vegetarian

Experimental Black Bean Vegan Burger: Prototype 1 – $.33

Yeah, I'm not gonna' lie- this is all one big experiment. I plan to improve…

Ande TrumanFebruary 18, 2010

Apples Breakfast Dessert Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Vegan Vegetarian

Vegan Apple Crisp – $.39

The other day I received a free bag of walnuts and almonds, so naturally, I…

Ande TrumanFebruary 18, 2010

Bacon Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides

Grilled Bacon Asparagus – $.36

(Sorry for the stinky picture quality- went away for the weekend and only had my…

Ande TrumanFebruary 16, 2010

Asian Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Salmon

"Broke" Smoked Salmon – $1.10

I don't know about you, but I love me some smoked salmon. However, if you're…

Ande TrumanFebruary 15, 2010

Homestyle Parmesan Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Vegan Vegetarian

Sauteed Garlic Asparagus – $.21

Tonight I debunked my own assumption that asparagus was a bit too expensive for this…

Ande TrumanFebruary 15, 2010

Avocado Breakfast Carrots Eggs Feta Homestyle Mushrooms Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient

Crustless Veggie Quiche – $.24

Would I be correct in assuming that most of us don't have the time first…

Ande TrumanFebruary 13, 2010

Balsamic Vinegar Chicken Mushrooms Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Spinach

Skillet Baked Balsamic Glazed Chicken & Veggies – $1.48

Some recipes are for shock and awe. This one's for convenience and taste. But hey,…

Ande TrumanFebruary 12, 2010

Asian Best Of Carrots Chicken Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Orange Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Rice

Knock-Your-Socks-Off Orange Chicken – $1.95

I'm pretty stinkin' excited to show you what I made for myself last night. Sometimes…

Ande TrumanFebruary 10, 2010

Avocado Best Of Dessert Mango Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Top Carousel Vegan Vegetarian

Ethiopian Layered Fruit Drink – $.55

Back in 2004 I spent two months in Ethiopia working with local youth and AIDS…

Ande TrumanFebruary 8, 2010

Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups Spinach Vegan Vegetarian

Spinach Pepper Soup – $.60

So it's the end of the week and all I have left in my fridge…

Ande TrumanFebruary 6, 2010

Asian Best Of Carrots Chicken Chicken Stock Coconut Onion Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups Sweet Potato

Thai Sweet Potato Coconut Chicken Soup – $.80

Ya' know those dishes that have so many ingredients in it, you're not sure which…

Ande TrumanFebruary 4, 2010

Black Beans Homestyle Mushrooms Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Soups Spinach Vegan Vegetarian

The Best (shh, Vegan!) Chili in the World – $.70

I'll be honest, there are few things out there that I think are better withOUT…

Ande TrumanFebruary 1, 2010

Chicken Latin Main Dishes Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Tortillas

Blue Collar Curry Chicken Fajitas – $.63

For this recipe I used some chicken from my Blue Collar Baked Chicken recipe I posted…

Ande TrumanJanuary 30, 2010

Best Of Orange Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sides Sweet Potato Vegan Vegetarian

Whipped Sweet Potato Stuffed & Baked Clementines – $.18

This may not be a rush-home-from-work-and-feed-the-family kind of dish, but perfect for entertaining and a…

Ande TrumanJanuary 29, 2010

Cooking Techniques Recipes

Different Meals with the Same Ingredients

One reason you may see similar foods being used as you go through this website…

Ande TrumanJanuary 28, 2010

Balsamic Vinegar Basil Best Of Greek Italian Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sauces Top Carousel Vegan Vegetarian

Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing – $.11 Per Serving

For about 4 bucks you could buy a bottle of this kind of dressing from…

Ande TrumanJanuary 26, 2010

Asian Green Beans Main Dishes Mushrooms Onion Quinoa Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Salmon Spinach

Asian Style Salmon & Mushrooms over Quinoa & Green Beans – $2.30

I finally charged my "real" camera batteries, but not before I took these iPhone pics…

Ande TrumanJanuary 25, 2010

Mindset Recipes

Eating Healthy Impossible for the Poor?

I'm going to take a break from recipes and post this article ABC posted about…

Ande TrumanJanuary 24, 2010

Asian Broccoli Chicken Main Dishes Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Tortillas

Asian Chicken & Broccoli Wraps – $1.04

Hubba Hubba, these things were tasty! Ya' know that Garlic and Ginger Soy dressing recipe…

Ande TrumanJanuary 23, 2010

Best Of Breakfast Mango Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Top Carousel Vegan Vegetarian

Mango Lassi – $.75

Ever paid $7 for a mango lassi? I have. In fact, I think I ended…

Ande TrumanJanuary 20, 2010

Broccoli Italian Mushrooms Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Red Wine Sides Vegan Vegetarian Zucchini

Wine Sauteed Veggies – $.95

While some of you may be completely happy with a full plate of freshly sauteed…

Ande TrumanJanuary 15, 2010

Breakfast Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Spinach

Spinach in my Smoothie?!

Spinach. Yeah, that's right, spinach! Do you KNOW how good spinach is for you? Prepare…

Ande TrumanJanuary 11, 2010

Asian Broccoli Main Dishes Mushrooms Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Salmon Spinach Zucchini

Fluffy Salmon Over Tons o’ Veggies – $2.60

For those of you that whine about not being able to cook, this dish is…

Ande TrumanJanuary 10, 2010

Mindset Top Carousel

Broke & Unhealthy Gets You Nowhere

I weigh more than I should for my height. I've visited Taco Hell more than…

Ande TrumanJanuary 3, 2010

Chicken Homestyle Indian Main Dishes Peppers Recipes Recipes by Ingredient Sumac

Simple Sauteed Chicken, Red Peppers & Sliced Garlic with Ground Sumac – $1.45

Who says you have carbs in every meal? Who made that rule?! That's what I…

Ande TrumanMarch 19, 2009