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50 Fantastic Beet Recipes

Packed with nutrition and brimming with color, this affordable root vegetable can't be, well...beet. From dinner to dessert, discover great ways to enjoy beets.

50 Fabulous Carrot Recipes

Healthy and oh-so-flavorful, carrots are extremely versatile. Make the most of this affordable root vegetable with these recipes.

Couples: Save Money by Using the Same Scents

Frugal couples can save as much as 50% on candles, soaps, and other items. All it takes is a willingness to share and common scents.

Financial Lessons From "Sons of Anarchy"

The bikers known as the Sons of Anarchy may be outside the law, but they are almost always on a budget. Here's how to spend wisely...the outlaw biker way.

25 Fun and Cheap Entertainment Ideas From "The Vampire Diaries"

The characters of "The Vampire Diaries" are experts at entertaining on the cheap. Here are 25 great, frugal ideas for having fun, all inspired by the show.

Skip the Travel Size: How to Save 66% or More on Travel Toothpaste

The little things we pay too much for can hurt us in the long run. Discover how to save 66% off what you pay for a travel staple — a tiny tube of toothpaste.

16 Fun and Fabulous Ways to Enjoy Candy Canes

Think candy canes are only good for snacking and hanging on trees? Discover 16 fun and fresh ways to enjoy them this holiday season.

15 Tasty Ways to Enjoy Tomato Juice

Tomato juice isn't just for classic cocktails. From delicious soups to even cake, discover great new uses for this inexpensive, healthy ingredient.

14 Sassy Spice Blends to Stretch Your Grocery Dollars

You don't need an expansive (or expensive) list of ingredients to prepare a flavorful meal. Try these thrifty spice blends to help stretch your food dollars.

Beauty Routine Basics You Could Be Spending Less On

Don't let designer beauty products make you think you need to spend designer prices to look good. Instead, follow these frugal beauty suggestions.

Tailgating on the Cheap

Tailgating doesn't have to involve a monster-truck-sized smoker and a budget suited to a small wedding. Try these easy (and tasty!) recipes and techniques.

25 Winning Ways to Enjoy Winter Squash

This cold-weather staple is good for more than soup and pie. Discover 25 great ways to enjoy this frugal vegetable, from coffee cake to ravioli filling.

25 Perfect Ways to Prepare Frozen Peas

Oh-so-convenient, frozen peas provide an inexpensive and quick way to add veggies to your meals. Discover great ways to use them with these 25 recipes.

11 Frugal Fashion Tips From Covert Affairs

The spy series "Covert Affairs" probably doesn't remind you of day-to-day life — but that doesn't mean it can't teach you some everyday frugal fashion tips.

Affordable Tips for Taking a Phenomenal Family Photo

You don't need to hire a professional to get a great family photo. Do it yourself on the cheap with these tips.

17 Simple Canned Foods That Go the Distance

Some days, making a fast and healthy dinner seems harder than summiting Everest. Keep these cans around for dinners that are cheap and nutritious.

10 Tasty Meat Substitutions That Won't Break the Bank

There's a lot more to vegetarian meals than Tofurkey. Discover 10 delicious and inexpensive ways to reduce or replace meat.

When Is Checked Baggage a Good Idea?

Thanks to airline fees, many of us stick to carry-ons. But with all that fee-avoidance, you can forget that sometimes, it makes sense to check a bag.

15 Perfect Puff Pastry Recipes

Think you don't have time to pull off a fancy dinner? Discover how puff pastry can help you enjoy fine food fast.

40 Magnificent Mushroom Recipes

Whether you're looking for vegetarian mains or just plain-old great recipes, discover 40 tasty reasons why frugal fungi should be on your shopping list.