Cooking on a Budget

Create delicious, nourishing meals without breaking the bank with our budget-friendly recipes and shopping tips. Discover how to cook well on a tight budget and get more value from your groceries.

All About Making Your Own Pet Biscuits

Make your dog's treats at home with simple ingredients you control, plus recipes that keep fresh for weeks.

Budget Dinner Party Dishes

Cook cheap cuts of meat and seasonal veg slow to feed your dinner guests well without breaking the bank.

Ideas for Using Up Leftovers

Turn leftover food into cheap meals with simple store-cupboard ingredients and classic recipes.

Make One Freeze One

Cook a big batch of beef ragu once and freeze it to make three different family dinners throughout the month.

Making a Homemade Christmas Hamper

Put together a thoughtful Christmas hamper with homemade food and gifts that cost less and mean more than store-bought presents.

Making Bread From Scratch

Homemade bread needs just four basic ingredients and takes an evening to make, so it's worth doing even on a tight budget.

Meals for Five Pounds or Less

Cook filling family meals for £5 or less with basic pantry staples and simple recipes like sausages in cider and homemade bread.