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 ...

The price of pasta varies considerably depending upon the brand. There is no need to buy the expensive imported brand. Any variety made with semolina flour will work just as well. condiments ...

Canned clams are available minced, chopped or whole. Whole clams are the most tender but also the most costly. You can save money and use minced or chopped clams with equally good results. condiments ...

Because of the labor required to clean and pick crabmeat, it can be expensive. The least expensive is frozen claw meat. For a real money saver, try using popcorn or salad shrimp. appetizers ...

Making good use of leftovers is a great way to save money. This hearty winter meal is the perfect recipe to use leftover baked potatoes. Simply peel, slice and quarter potatoes as recipe directs. carrots ...

Cashews are delicious but usually very expensive at the local supermarket. A less costly, yet equally authentic, choice is dry-roasted, unsalted peanuts. Buy them in the shell for even greater savings. condi ...

Shrimp is priced by size, with large shrimp costing more per pound. To save money, purchase small shrimp-around 30 to 40 per pound-and still get all the wonderful flavors of this Creole classic. main-dish ...

Imitation crabmeat can pinch the family budget. Try finely chopped cooked shrimp-they work beautifully and cost much less. Or, purchase frozen king crab legs and shell them yourself. bread ...

Cod may be expensive or unavailable in some parts of the country. This recipe will work just as well with other less expensive, firm fish such as haddock, pollock or orange roughy. condiments ...

With honey prices on the rise, high-quality honey can put a strain on the family budget. You can successfully substitute corn syrup or apple jelly for the honey in this basting sauce. condiments ...

Saving money when serving shrimp is easy: the smaller the shrimp, the lower the price. For the best budget stretcher, you can use popcorn shrimp and serve this Italian favorite over linguine. garlic ...

Sometimes scallops are too expensive or difficult to find. So to save some money and still have a satisfying seafood casserole, use imitation crabmeat or extra shrimp in place of the scallops. bacon ...