Replace the whipping cream with 3/4 cup fat-free chicken broth. You'll save money and at the same time end up with a lighter, more healthful dish-without sacrificing taste.
Plan ahead when you make mashed potatoes. Potato pancakes are a thrifty way to use leftovers. You can even freeze the leftovers and make the pancakes another day.
Since you can't buy less than a whole bunch of cilantro, you'll want to keep the extra fresh for another dish. To do this, place the bunch upright in a glass of water, cover with a plastic bag and refrigerate.
Instead of adding potatoes to your shopping cart every week, buy them in bulk and store in a cool, dark place. If they become soft during storage, soak them in ice water for 2 hours to revive them.
You can make good use of leftover oven fries. They are a delicious addition to any egg dish-such as quiches, omelettes, or frittatas-or chop and add to savory main-dish pies or casseroles.
Save money and make your own soft bread crumbs by using 2- or 3-day-old bread crusts. Remove crusts and process in a food processor for about 10 to 15 seconds.
A bunch of fresh rosemary can cost well over $1. For about the same price, you can buy a small rosemary plant that will grow on a windowsill. Then you can remove this herb from your shopping list.
Turn leftover skillet potatoes into a quick and tasty main dish. Reheat on the stove top with cooked and crumbled turkey or pork sausage. Add sautéed diced bell peppers for extra color and flavor.
Take advantage of sales to stock up on your favorite varieties of cheese. Most popular varieties of cheese-Cheddar, mozzarella, Swiss, Parmesan, Monterey Jack-freeze very well for up to 6 months.
Onions and potatoes should not be stored together because the potatoes will spoil quickly. To keep these vegetables fresher longer, store away from heat or light in separate areas.
Canola oil, corn oil and safflower oil are all equally good choices for frying the potatoes in this recipe. Compare prices. Depending on the region, corn oil may be the least expensive.
Mint is one herb that is nearly as good dried as it is fresh. So if fresh mint costs too much or is not readily available, you can confidently substitute 1 teaspoon dried mint in this recipe.
