Budget-Friendly Recipes

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Budget-Friendly Recipes

I’m Nicolette and i’m on a mission to help you slash your grocery bills without sacrificing flavor or nutrition!

I’ll teach you how to consistently prep nutritious meals for your family, all while lowering your grocery costs by hundreds of dollars every month.

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What to Serve with White Rice

White rice is one of the best budget-friendly staples and also the perfect neutral base to serve with just about anything. You’re definitely going to want to check out these quick and easy meal ideas.

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