I'm cheap. I like to eat.
Looking for affordable food on the go? Chewy Dark Chocolate + Coconut Granola Bars are perfect for the commute to work or hike. These bars are a fun, protein packed homemade option to the sugar laden store bought bars. Hey, friends! What a couple of week it has been! I […]
Cajun Couscous is fun side dish packed with affordable veggies with little time investment. Bring some heat to your winter with this light grain and veggie side! I find that us food bloggers tend to focus on mains and cookies and forget about side dishes. Yea, I am guilty of […]
No matter what team you are cheering for, you’ll want this Taco Dip for Game Day! Made from a delicious homemade taco spice blend, cream cheese and sour cream this is an indulgent appetizer perfect for a crowd! Well, it’s that time of year in Canada. The one where every […]
Enjoy the finer things within the confines of your own home! This Cheese and Mushroom Quiche isn’t any ‘ol quiche! Made with a Black Truffle Monterey Jack Cheese, you’ll be surprised at how gourmet your brunch can be! This post contains sponsored content. I was fortunate enough to receive monetary […]
Rice & Beans is the ultimate budget friendly dish! Inspired by the Caribbean-style version of this classic, plain white rice is expertly seasoned with cumin and chili to provide a fresh and delicious flavour profile to this simple budget staple. Rice & Beans is an often forgotten about frugal dish […]
With the welcoming of fall, dust off of the oven and treat your loved ones to an indulgent and warming Classic Family Friendly Mac & Cheese. Made with a strong Canadian cheese and crowned with a crumbly bread crumb topping, this Mac & Cheese is the perfect starting point for […]
Perogies from scratch, just like Baba makes. Need we say more? With the classic potato and cheese filling, these perogies are delicious boiled or pan fried and make an excellent addition to your upcoming Thanksgiving dinner. Growing-up, I didn’t have the largest appetite and was quite picky. I didn’t really […]
Invest in your movie night with Canadian Cheddar Popcorn! Jazz-up your popcorn with an easy addition of Canadian Cheddar! Simply add microplane grated Avonlea Clothbound Cheddar cheese to a big bowl of buttery popcorn to turn it into a homemade spin on the classic white cheddar popcorn. Now, what should […]
Mushroom & Bannock bites are an easy, affordable and all-Canadian appetizer to serve at your next shindig! Using classic Bannock as a base, these bite-sized treats are packed with Canadian flavours. This post and recipe for Mushroom & Bannock Bites is my entry to Mushrooms Canada’s FBC2017 Mushroom Appetizer Contest. […]
Hi! I'm Amanda: the smiling face behind Peppers & Pennies. I develop budget friendly recipes that are sure to please. I'd love for you to try 'em out for your family and friends. Cheers!
