When buying whipped topping, be sure to check the per-ounce price. Often the 8-ounce container costs less per ounce than the 16-ounce container. Topping can be frozen for up to 4 months. chocolate ...

For these kebabs, nothing can replace the appetizing look of fresh strawberries. However, you can economize on the dip by using frozen strawberries. Drain the berries well before using. berries ...

The nut crunch in this pudding is equally delicious made with other nuts. Choose almonds, peanuts or unsalted mixed nuts. For lowest cost, buy from natural foods stores, which carry nuts in bulk. bananas ...

Those famous-brand creme- filled chocolate sandwich cookies are mighty delicious, but the store brand will cost less and yield equally good results in this dreamy dessert. berries ...

Grandma alwasy bought bananas in bulk when they were on sale. Then she'd freeze any ripened bananas she couldn't use immediately, unpeeled. To defrost, she'd run the banana under warm water for 1 to 2 minutes and peel as usual. ...

For economy-size savings, buy vanilla wafers in the economy-size box. Use them for banana pudding, piecrusts and snacks. If they become stale, re-crisp them in a 250°F oven for 10 minutes. bananas ...

Grandma sometimes used frozen berries for these pretty parfaits.  They are usually less expensive than the fresh berries but just as tasty and readily available. berries ...

To keep almonds fresh longer, seal them tightly in a heavy plastic bag and store them in the freezer. There is no need to thaw almonds before using them in the recipe. bar-cookies ...

This praline fudge captures the flavor of traditional Southern pecans perfectly! cookies Dessert kids-favorite ...

There's no need to run to the store and spend extra on a box of cornflakes. Use one of the flaked breakfast cereals you already have on hand, such as wheat or rice flakes, in this recipe. cereal ...

On busy summer nights, these citrus and honey-sweetened chicken breasts are a perfect grill-and-go meal. chicken chicken-breasts ...

These classic meatballs, flavored with nutmeg andbaked in a rich, creamy sauce, are a realfamily treat. appetizers beef ...