Fresh rhubarb is least expensive in the early spring. At other times, you can make this pie affordable by purchasing frozen rhubarb, which is available in most grocery stores year-round. berries ...

You can save a pretty penny by substituting a 16-ounce container of thawed whipped topping for the whipping cream and confectioners' sugar. Buy a low-fat brand and save calories, too. berries ...

You can use a 10-inch round cake pan if you prefer not to buy a springform pan. Line the bottom with a circle of greased parchment paper. Line the side with a greased strip of parchment cut to fit the circumference. ...

Make ranch salad dressing with leftover buttermilk. Mix 1 cup buttermilk, 1/3 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, 1 clove garlic, chopped, 1 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt. berries ...

Golden raisins have a winey flavor and a pretty, almost translucent appearance. They also are more expensive than dark raisins. Use ordinary raisins if you want to save money without sacrificing flavor. berr ...

"Ice cream, cookies, coffee, and fudge sauce in a pie: What's not to like?" asked my Uncle Mike. berries chocolate ...

Making your own pie pastry is quick, easy and considerably less expensive than purchasing pre-formed frozen pastry. Be sure to make a dozen extra and freeze them for future baking needs. berries ...

Fresh strawberries herald the arrival of summer. But you can still be thrifty and make this pretty tart year-round by using individually quick-frozen strawberries available in most supermarkets. berries ...

Store-brand angel food cake mixes are every bit as tasty and work just as well as their higher priced name-brand counterparts. Give the family budget a break by using the less expensive brand. berries ...

Frozen piecrusts are a boon to the busy cook. To save money, make 4 or 5 crusts at a time in foil pie plates. Cover each tightly with plastic wrap and nest them in the freezer until ready to use. berries ...

A natural food store will carry wheat germ in bulk quantities at a low price. Try this idea for leftover wheat germ: sprinkle a casserole with 1/2 cup wheat germ before baking to add extra crunch. bananas ...

Fresh peaches are expensive except in the summer during the peak of their harvest season. Canned peach halves will also work perfectly in this recipe, plus they will be less costly. berries ...