Buttermilk powder is a boon for those who don't want to buy a quart of buttermilk just to use 1 cup. The powder keeps for a year and is ever-ready for baking. Look for it in the baking section of the grocery. ...

When you find miniature marshmallows on sale, stock up on them. Place the unopened bags in the freezer. You may also freeze well-sealed bags of leftover marshmallows. They will stay fresh for months. chocola ...

Catfish is now farm-raised and usually available year-round. If it is too pricey, or unavailable in your area, you can substitute any other firm-fleshed white fish with super-tasting results. fish-seafood ...

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 ...

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 ...

You can stretch your budget and still serve a tasty treat by purchasing generic or store-brand graham crackers instead of a nationally available brand when preparing this recipe. cookies ...

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 ...

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 ...

Prepared graham cracker crumbs can be purchased in 1-pound bags found in the baking section of the grocery store. Ounce-for-ounce they can be less expensive than making your own. bar-cookies ...

Rolled oats, also known as old-fashioned oats, are the best to use in this cookie recipe. Stock up when on sale and freeze in a moisture-proof, airtight container for up to 1 year. chocolate ...

Parchment paper may seem like an expensive luxury for lining baking sheets, but you can reuse it several times. This makes the paper not only economical but also a cleanup time-saver. chocolate ...

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