Are you looking for some frugal and deliciously easy homemade recipes to try?
You have come to the right place because here on Saving Dollars and Sense you can find hundreds of recipes.
Easy Homemade Recipes
We are constantly adding new recipes, so check back often to find something new!
One of the easiest ways to save money is to learn to make your favorite foods at home yourself.
You’ll find everything from breakfast to dinner, snacks and homemade mixes.
You’ll even find plenty of Copycat Recipes from your favorite restaurants, so you can enjoy take out food without paying the take out prices!
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Appetizers and Snacks Recipes
Appetizers set the stage for the meal and everyone loves snacks!
Whether you’re wanting to make the perfect party appetizer, whip together some easy finger food, or prepare a delicious dish everyone will be talking about, there are plenty of recipes here that will meet those needs.
Top Appetizers Quick and Easy Recipes
- Crab Rangoon
- Bacon Cheeseball Bites
- BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites
- Olive Garden Cheese Fonduta Recipe
- Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Best Snacks to Make at Home
Bread Recipes Quick and Easy
You’ll find that we have some of the very best homemade recipes for bread. These are tried and true recipes that get lots of great reviews.
We have everything here from sandwich thins to old fashioned soda bread, crusty French bread to delicious homemade tortillas.
You’ll find our reader’s favorite bread recipes here for any occasion.
Simple Recipes of Bread
- Homemade Soft Pretzels Recipe
- Easy Pumpkin Bread Recipe
- Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits
- Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks Recipe
- Best Easy Pizza Dough Recipe
Breakfast Recipes Easy & Healthy
You’re going to love how easy these breakfast recipes are to make in the mornings.
There is even a recipe that you can make the night before and have ready and waiting for you when you wake up in the morning.
From healthy oatmeal or pancakes to warm cinnamon rolls, you’ll find your next perfect breakfast recipe with us.
Best Breakfast Recipe Ideas
- Crockpot French Toast Recipe
- Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish
- Blackberry Pomegranate Smoothie
- Crock Pot Steel Cut Oatmeal Recipe
- Caramel Apple Baked Donuts Recipe
Desserts to Make at Home
These mouth-watering desserts are everything you hoped and more.
I don’t know anyone that doesn’t love dessert and we have plenty of them to choose from.
Everything from sweet or salty, minty to chocolate and everything in between! I promise that your sweet tooth is going to love these desserts.
The Best Desserts to Make
- Caramel Apple Taquitos Recipe
- Chocolate Eclair Icebox Cake Recipe
- The Best Sand Pudding Recipe
- Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
- No Bake Chocolate Dipped Cheesecake Bites
Copycat Recipes
Skip the drive-thru and pass on picking up take out with these copycat recipes!
Not only will they help you save money, they taste just like the original recipes you love from your favorite restaurants and fast food locations.
From easy snacks, drinks and treats recipes to mouth-watering meals, you’ll find your next favorite recipe here.
Best Copycat Recipes
- Homemade White Castle Sliders Recipe
- Delicious Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe
- Copycat Starbucks Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte
- Copycat Chipotle Barbacoa Recipe
- Copycat Thin Mints Cookies Recipe
Homemade Recipes for Dinner
It’s really all about the main dish if you ask me!
If you are looking for dinner inspiration, you are sure to find the perfect recipe for your next meal.
We have everything for you from beef recipes to grilled chicken, easy to prep casseroles or your next favorite instant pot recipe,
You’re going to satisfy every food craving with these easy to make main dish recipes.
Best Recipes for Main Dishes
- Instant Pot Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe
- Easy Oven Baked Beef Enchiladas Recipe
- One Skillet Chicken and Asparagus
- Grilled Steak Kabobs Recipe
- Best Oven Baked Buffalo Wings Recipe
Side Dishes Easy Recipes
Side dishes are the lifeline of your pain dish, so let’s do this right.
These easy side dishes are perfect for your next party or meal. From vegetable side dishes to grains and soups, you’ll discover your next delicious and easy-to-prepare side dish recipe right here.
Best Side Dishes Recipes
- Green Bean Casserole From Scratch Recipe
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes No Drain Method
- Spicy Zucchini Chips
- Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe
- Orange Spinach Salad with Vinaigrette Dressing
Mixes & Pantry Recipes
You can quickly put together batches of these homemade mixes (and save money in the process).
You’re going to love these DIY pantry recipes that will save you time and money.
Best Pantry Recipes
- Taco Seasoning Mix Recipe
- Copycat Hidden Valley Ranch Mix
- Homemade Pancake Mix Recipe
- Homemade Brown Sugar Recipe
- Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe
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