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  • Simple Curried Sausages

    One of our fabulous SAHM's Clancy was searching for a simple recipe for Curried Sausages that she could whip up in a minute and that would be eaten just as quick. One call to her Mum gave her this super simple, frugal recipe that is sure to be a family favourite. Ingredients 500g Sausages (beef, pork, chicken, the choice is yours!) 1 brown onion Curry powder 1 tbsp. cornflour Salt and pepper to taste Method You don't need to cook...

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  • Faster Pasta

    This meal which I call 'Faster Pasta' is not only fast (you can make it in under 12 minutes) - but is also incredibly frugal.  I can feed this to a family of four for way under $10.  Good for making something quick, easy and delicious.  A good week night meal. Ingredients 250 grams bacon rashers 1 small brown onion 2 teaspoons crushed garlic 1/2 red capsicum, chopped finely 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon butter spaghetti noodles parsley to...

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  • Spinach and Feta Muffins

    Spinach and Feta Muffins These Spinach and Feta Muffins would make a great snack for St Patrick's Day.  Green and cheesy deliciousness! Ingredients: 200 grams frozen spinach, thawed 180 grams feta cheese (fat-reduced is fine) 150 grams plain flour 100 grams plain wholemeal flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs, beaten 80 ml olive oil 300 ml milk Line your muffin pan with paper cups and cut the feta cheese into small chunks. Preheat the oven to 180°C....

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  • Frugal Bruschetta

    Frugal Bruschetta Frugal Bruschetta is a delicious start to a meal - but it can also save you money too buy filling up hungry tummies before a main meal - and if tomatoes are in season - then this truly is a frugal starter - and delicious and refreshing too!  I like to use sour dough bread for frugal bruschetta - but I usually buy it at the end of the day when it is on sale - as you...

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  • Bulk Savoury Muffin Recipe

    Want to make enough savoury muffins to last two school kids a whole month for less than 17c per muffin?  Try our Bulk Savoury Muffin Recipe - bulked up with fresh vegetables, it is healthy, freezable and will fill empty tummies and lunch boxes.  This recipe makes 60 muffins.  Great for breakfast on the run too! Ingredients: 2 zucchini's, grated (skin on) 2 large potatoes, peeled and grated 2 brown onions, grated 1.5 cups ham or bacon pieces (optional) 3...

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  • Old Fashioned Scones

    Old Fashioned Scones Scones have been out of fashion for awhile now, but they shouldn't be.  They make the perfect accompaniment for tea, and are a lot healthier than cakes full of cream.  This is an old recipe out of Mum's hand written cookbook and are perfect for the frugal living lifestyle! Ingredients: 4 cups self raising flour, sifted well pinch salt 3/4 cup milk (or buttermilk if you have it on hand) 3/4 cup cream 1 egg milk (for brushing on...

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  • Pasta with Herb and Cheese Sauce

    Pasta with Herb and Cheese Sauce Pasta with Herb and Cheese Sauce is a quick and easy dinner that uses any left over pasta. Very easy to make many variations and keep fussy family members happy. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon flour 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1/3 cup fresh parsley Salt Freshly ground black pepper ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups cooked pasta chicken, cut in to small pieces Preheat oven to 200 degrees....

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  • Spaghetti Omelette

    Spaghetti Omelette Spaghetti Omelette is a very quick and easy meal for either breakfast or dinner. It has your carbs, protein, dairy and vegetables, so healthy, healthy, healthy! Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter 2 cups cooked spaghetti 1 clove of garlic, chopped 1 cup of diced mixed vegetables of your choice 4 large eggs ½ cup milk Salt Black pepper Pinch of basil 1 cup of tasty grated cheese In a large frying pan, melt butter over moderate heat, add the cooked...

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  • Corn Fritters

    Corn Fritters are great for breakfast, lunch or a light dinner or snack - and popular with the kids - this is a great recipe to whip up when you don't feel like cooking! Ingredients:  2 fresh full sized corn cobs  100 grams self raising flour 1 egg 1 tablespoon butter (melted) 3 tablespoons milk pinch salt Using a sharp knife, cut the corn kernels off the corn cobs and set aside (alternatively you can use a drained medium can of super...

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  • Impossible Pizza

    Impossible Pizza Impossible Pizza! You have seen our recipe for Coconut Impossible Pie, and our Savoury Impossible Pie - now we have gone one step better.  Never make pizza dough ever again with this deliciously easy pizza - that doesn't need dough! Ingredients: 1 cup dry breadcrumbs 4 eggs 1 cup milk 1 cup chopped ham or salami 1/2 brown onion, chopped finely 1/4 cup red capsicum black olives 1 cup grated cheddar cheese Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.  Grease...

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