Grinding your own pork will save money. Use a Boston butt cut and chop it in your food processor by pulsing on and off. Or, use the meat grinding attachment to a standing mixer. appetizers ...

Bean sprouts are very perishable. They will be fresher, as well as less expensive, if you buy them from an Asian market that stocks bean sprouts in bulk and receives a fresh supply daily. bell-peppers ...

This dinner can be budget-priced if you prepare your own spaghetti sauce. Oil, garlic, canned tomatoes and herbs are all you need. Make a double batch and freeze half for later use. bell-peppers ...

Even imitiation lobster can really pinch your budget. For a more affordable lasagna, use only shrimp. For greatest savings, stock up when shrimp are on sale and store in your freezer for up to 3 months. bell ...

You can turn the less expensive store-brand sausage into flavorful Italian sausage by mixing 1 pound of it with 1 tablespoon fennel seeds and 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes. No one will notice the difference. ...

Vidalia onions are sweet onions from Georgia, available in late spring. If they are unavailable or too pricey, you can substitute white or red onions, or the sweet varieties from either Texas or Washington state. ...

On a cold winter night, this Italian favorite cooking in Grandma's slow cooker was a wonderful way to welcome everyone home. bell-peppers chicken ...

Sesame oil and sesame seeds add a subtly nuttyflavor to this chicken, green bean, carrot andbell pepper stir-fry. beans bell-peppers ...

The first time Grandma served up these tender strips of steak, mushrooms and red pepper was the night I learned how to use chopsticks. beef bell-peppers ...

Brown sugar, cider vinegar and mustard are the “secret” ingredients in this version of a family favorite. American beef ...

Fresh vegetables and sirloin steak are marinated in a fiery sauce, then grilled to perfection and folded into soft flour tortillas. beef bell-peppers ...

Creamy avocado, tender chicken, crispy bacon and fresh bell pepper in a spicy mayo combine for the perfect summer salad. avocado bacon ...