Beth Moncel

I’m a food lover, number cruncher, and meticulous budgeter. I love science and art, and the way they come together when I cook. I love to create, problem solve, and learn new things. Making great food is my passion, my purpose, and my favorite thing to share with others.

Overhead view of homemade vegetable egg rolls on a plate.

Homemade Egg Rolls

$7.07 recipe / $0.70 serving

These Vegetable Egg Rolls are baked instead of fried, filled with fresh cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, and ginger, and come out perfectly crisp every time!

Easy Take out Fake out Recipes on a Budget

Skip delivery and save money with these 14 easy takeout fakeout recipes, from stir fries and noodles to pizza. Perfect for fast, comforting dinners at home!

Hollandaise sauce on eggs and ham and an english muffin.

Easy Hollandaise Sauce

$0.68 recipe / $0.34 serving

An easy, no-fail method for making homemade hollandaise sauce in just minutes. Anyone can make this rich and creamy lemon butter sauce!

Overhead view of homemade meatballs in a skillet with marinara sauce and a spoon.

Easy Homemade Meatballs

$15.68 recipe / $1.96 serving

These easy homemade meatballs are freezer-friendly and versatile. Keep a batch in the freezer for quick weeknight dinners later!

Overhead view of chicken bowls with tacos in a white bowl.

Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Bowls

$11.17 recipe / $1.86 serving

Chicken Bowls With Tacos are the ultimate "set it and forget it" weeknight meal that the whole family will love.

Butternut Squash Soup

$5.52 recipe / $1.38 serving

Butternut squash soup is a warm and creamy soup made with roasted butternut squash, rich cream, and cozy herbs like sage and nutmeg.

Overhead view of a pot of mac and cheese with a wooden spoon.

Homemade Mac and Cheese

$3.51 recipe / $0.88 serving

This incredibly creamy and cheesy homemade mac and cheese recipe features an easy cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar, milk, and butter.

Overhead view of a baked chicken leg on a plate with green beans and lemon wedges.

Roasted Chicken Legs

$3.46 recipe / $1.15 serving

Slow and low heat is the key to tender and juicy oven roasted chicken legs. This simple recipe makes an easy main dish for any night of the week.

Tuna Noodle Casserole

$8.65 recipe / $1.44 serving

Tuna Noodle Casserole is a creamy and comforting classic American dinner full of noodles, a creamy mushroom sauce, tuna, and peas.

Overhead view of a bowl of homemade teriyaki sauce, topped with sesame seeds and sliced green onion.

Easy Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

$0.59 per batch

This Easy Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (or marinade) takes only a few minutes and a few simple ingredients to make. Way better than the bottled stuff!

Overhead view of a baking dish filled with layers of oven roasted ratatouille.

How to make Ratatouille

$6.48 recipe / $0.81 serving

This Oven Roasted Ratatouille is packed with layers of fresh veggies, marinara sauce, and melty cheese. A simple, cozy side dish that tastes like comfort!

Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

$9.55 recipe / $1.19 serving

This Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup recipe is chock full of fresh vegetables, hearty wild rice, and a light but creamy broth. Made from scratch & delicious!