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Budget Gourmet

Welcome to my world of budget-gourmet culinary delights! Join me on a journey to explore a collection of recipes that celebrate creativity and flavor without straining your wallet. Together, we’ll discover how to create delicious meals on a shoestring budget, using humble cans, pantry staples, and cleverly repurposing leftovers. I’ve crafted each recipe with love and care, ensuring you can savor incredible flavors even with limited means. Let’s embrace the joy of resourceful cooking and relish every bite. Get ready to cook up a storm as we embark on this warm and friendly adventure!

A bowl of vegetarian Mediterranean pasta spaghetti with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, capers, and feta cheese

Vegetarian Mediterranean Pasta Spaghetti

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Here is a quick and easy Mediterranean-style vegetarian pasta spaghetti. Pasta is bursting with the vibrant flavours of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, capers, creamy feta cheese, and a handful of fresh aromatic herbs. Recipe Story As I stood in my kitchen, surveying the ingredients I had on hand, I found …

kale and potato side dish in a red bowl

Kale Potato Side Dish

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Ah, the humble potato, I find myself wanting to incorporate it into every culinary creation, from hearty soups to luxurious mains and even the sweetest cakes. As a side dish, potatoes have always been a trusty companion to many of my family’s favourite meals. But let’s face it, they can …

Egg Vegetable and Ham Lunch Bake

Egg Veg Lunch Bake

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Ham, Vegetables and Egg quiche-style ramekin bake: quick lunch perfection Indulge in the culinary finesse of these Egg Veg Lunch Bake in ramekins, suitable for discerning palates of all ages. These individual servings add a touch of culinary elegance to your breakfast or brunch table. Inside each ramekin, there is …

Mini pizza bites

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I’ve made various pizzas countless times throughout my life, experimenting with different toppings and perfecting the art of creating the ultimate pizza. However, as much as I love a classic 10 or 12-inch pizza, there are moments when a smaller, guilt-free option is simply perfect. Most of the time when …

Savor the delicious combination of crushed boiled broad beans and crumbled tangy feta on rustic brown bread, a delightful treat that celebrates simple ingredients with bold flavours.

Broad Beans and Feta Cheese on Toast

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Mashed boiled broad beans and feta cheese, spread over rustic brown bread. I used to think that simple food was a tad dull. I’ve always leaned towards more intricate dishes, believing complexity equated to excitement. However, a visit to the local farmers’ market one day turned my perspective on its …

Croatian oven baked cheese and sour cream pancakes

Croatian baked cheese pancakes

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Delicious oven baked pancakes filled with savoury cottage cheese and sour cream Relive the nostalgia of my childhood through these Croatian oven baked cheese pancakes. They have deep roots, stemming from my grandmother’s kitchen, where we gathered with extended family. She prepared these pancakes in both sweet and savoury versions—a …

Chicken and Prawn Lo Mein dish served in a bowl with a colorful array of vegetables, noodles, and a savory sauce.

Chicken and Prawn Lo Mein: Tasty Chinese Stir-Fry  🇨🇳

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Chicken and prawn lo mein is a stir-fried Chinese noodle dish featuring soft wheat noodles, chicken, prawns, vegetables, and a savoury soy-based sauce. About chicken and prawn lo mein OriginsLo mein originates from Cantonese cuisine in southern China. It was traditionally made with fresh egg noodles lightly tossed in a …

Slices of delicious oven baked cheese and spinach pancakes evoking nostalgic memories of family gatherings and homemade comfort food

Oven Baked Cheese and Spinach Pancakes

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Savoury Spinach and Cottage Cheese Pancake Rolls, Baked to Golden Perfection These oven baked cheese and spinach pancakes hold a special place in my heart. They are reminiscent of my grandmother’s cherished recipe from years gone by. I can still picture her bustling in the kitchen, creating a feast of …

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