I'm cheap. I like to eat.
I used to be picky. And when I say picky I mean, really picky. Thankfully, along the years my tastes have changed, developed and matured. It’s only in the last 8-ish years I have enjoyed steak, learned to appreciate the flavours an onion can bring to a dish and discovered how enjoyable […]
What is it about food that brings together family and friends? The older I get the more I realize just how much relationships and food go hand-in-hand. Currently, my social gatherings are more centered around food than ever before. I honestly cannot think of an occasion with friends and family that […]
Goodbye August, Hello September! For the record, I am part of #TeamFall and always have been, long before Pumpkin Spice Lattes and chunky cable knit sweaters were in style. As a kid, September meant going back to school, fall camping and hunting season with my dad. As an adult […]
Ah, summer. Who doesn’t love long, warm, sun-filled days of lounging and resting. Unfortunately, not all summer days are sunshine filled. Summer storms can dampen even the brightest mood and force you to forgo your BBQ plans. Don’t fear! You can still enjoy the tastes of summer by reaping the rewards […]
A good fettuccine alfredo is a dish every home cook should have in their arsenal. You can whip it up in a handful of minutes and please everyone; hungry husbands and picky kids alike. Now, the secret to a good alfredo lies in the simplicity of the dish. I have […]
Some days you just want an easy meal. A search-the-fridge-and-freezer-and-cook-whatever-you-can-find kind of meal. So on the days you reach for the frozen chicken fingers (we all do it!), maybe spice up the meal with the best oven fries your money can give you. These wedges do take a bit […]
This is truly one of my faourite lazy day go-tos. After work I am tired and hungry. I want something filling and warm and I want it NOW. Enter my creation; the One Pot Noodle Thing-y. This dish is simple and fun. It is lovely to see all the colours […]
One of the most budget friendly and satisfying meals that I make is a pasta sauce. Now when I say ‘sauce’, take that term lightly. This recipe is so thick and meaty that it puts the average pot of chili to shame. It holds so well to your spaghetti or […]
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!
