Traditional Rock Cakes – Baking From Grandma’s Era
Rock cakes are an old-fashioned frugal tea bun that are quick and easy to make as well as being frugal.
recipe index
Easy Ratatouille With Zucchini
For an easy, vegetarian dish that packs a punch with flavour, the French Ratatouille is an inexpensive option. Add chilli if you like a little extra kick, and serve with creamy polenta for a balance of flavour.
Easy Mushroom Carbonara
Create tasty, restaurant quality pasta carbonara at home in 20 minutes. A quick and easy, comfort food meal for busy nights.
Chicken Schnitzel At Home – Pub Grub For Less
No need to go out for a great pub meal. Make chicken schnitzel easily at home and save.
Quick Apple Crumble
Quick and easy homemade apple crumble. Even cooked from scratch it’s in the oven in less than 15 minutes and on the table in less than 40 minutes. Tastes better than store bought, especially because you can adjust it to exactly how you like it.
seasonal eating – silverbeet and mushroom pie
Silverbeet, swiss chard or poorman’s spinach is makes a delicious, healthy and inexpensive twist on the traditional Spanakopita. Grow your own easily or buy in season to save money.
Pineapple And Ginger Cordial
A refreshing homemade pineapple and ginger cordial for the summer months.