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September Challenge 2015
Eating on $4.50 per day for 30 days. Let the challenge begin!
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Wrap
$11.69 recipe / $1.94 eachThese quick and flavorful Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Wraps are a great no-cook, no-reheat lunch idea. A fresh and light lunch for summer!
Tropical Yogurt Overnight Oat Parfaits
$3.96 recipe / $0.99 eachTropical Yogurt Parfaits are the perfect healthy summer breakfast when you're short on time. Prepare them on the weekend and eat good all week.
5 Favorite Bulk Bin Buys
Bulk bins can be an excellent way to save money and reduce waste. Here are five of my favorite items to stock up on from the bulk food bins.
Mother’s Day Recipe Roundup
A roundup of fun and delicious recipes for Mother's Day as well as a gift idea for when cooking isn't an option.
Best of Budget Bytes 2014
My picks for the best of Budget Bytes from 2014. From healthy to indulgent, there was a little something for everyone last year.
Budget Bytes Gift Guide 2014
Fun, cool, and useful kitchen and food inspired gifts for the 2014 holiday season!
SNAP Challenge: Final Thoughts
My final reflections after completing four weeks of the SNAP Challenge. My challenges, advantages, and where I'm going from here.
SNAP Challenge: Week 4 Summary
The summary for my fourth week on the SNAP challenge, including purchases, recipes, and a day by day breakdown of what I ate.
SNAP Challenge: Creamy Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas
$8.62 recipe / $1.08 per enchiladaThese enchiladas are filled with a creamy southwest sauce, shredded chicken, black beans, and sweet corn. A homemade enchilada sauce brings it all together.
SNAP Challenge: Week 3 Summary
My SNAP Challenge week 3 receipt, menu, daily totals, and reflections. This week budget restrictions impact my social life and celebrations.