Monday, August 29, 2011
Indulge your sweet tooth with this recipe that's great for special breakfasts and after-school snacks.
The Frugal Foodie usually sticks to cooking, but sometimes store-bought sweets just don't fit the bill. Don't fret if baking isn't your thing: This recipe for doughnut muffins with cinnamon-sugar topping will produce professional results with minimal hassle. Your family (and your homemade-baked-good cravings) will thank you later. Read more: The Frugal Foodie Homepage Cinnamon by the numbers: If you have a favorite brand, go with your gut. If not, we prefer the Whole Foods 365 brand. Whole Foods: 365 Organic Ground Cinnamon, $3.39 for 1.9 oz. Jewel Osco: Spice Island Ground Cinnamon, $7.29 for 1.9 oz. The Grand: McCormick Ground Cinnamon, $2.69 for 2.37 oz. What you'll need (makes 24 muffins): 3 sticks butter (melted) 1 3/4 cup sugar 4 …
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Take a break from the everyday ham and swiss and try this quick recipe for pressed Cuban sandwiches.
Sandwiches are an easy crowd-pleaser. They work for lunch, dinner, parties and just about any other occasion you need to feed multiple, potentially picky eaters. Next time you get a little tired of the standard ham and swiss, try your hand at Cuban panini, just like the one at Northfield restaurant, The Happ Inn Bar & Grill. (Hint: It's best if you have a panini press for this recipe). Ham by the numbers Depending on your taste for ham, you might want to shop at a bigger grocery with lots of selection. If you're satisfied with Black Forest Ham however, Foodstuffs has the best for the price. The Happ Inn: Pressed Cuban Sandwich, $8.95 for one Foodstuffs: Black Forest Ham, $8.99 per pound The Grand: The Grand's Own Honey Bear Ham, $10.99 per…
Friday, August 19, 2011
The Foodie gets back to her roots, Chicago style.
The hot dog. It's a summer stand-by and a frugal go-to. Scoff at it all you like, but a hot dog can be turned into gastronomic gold if handled correctly. Before we get too far, let's get get things straight: never put ketchup on a hot dog. Never. It's wrong and this is Chicago (yes, some laws we stick to). What can go on your hot dog: There's so much to pick from, you won't even notice there's no ketchup. But if you're looking for something with a little more, shall I say, meat, then look no further than D's Haute Dogs' Chili Dog. This week, it's our inspiration for our quick and easy at home chili dogs. Before you lament how you can't bear the thought of slaving over chili in the summer months, read on. There's nothing the Frugal Foodie …
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Grand Food Center, Inc.
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D's Haute Dogs
551 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka, IL
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Dominick's Finer Foods
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Monday, August 1, 2011
Make tostadas at home with a recipe from Guanajuato in Glencoe.
Summer is a perfect time for Mexican food. Steal a little south-of-the-border inspiration from Glencoe restaurant Guanajuato's, 73 Green Bay Rd., with tostadas for a simple but flavorful meal. Our favorite (and inexpensive) way to prepare the chicken for this recipe is to roast a whole chicken and shred as much as you need. The rest can be stored in the refridgerator and used for other meals. Chicken by the numbers: Guanajuato: 1 chicken tostada, $4.50 Dominick's: Perdue frozen roaster chicken, $1.99 Whole Foods: Air-chilled roasting chicken, $1.99 (If you're in a hurry and don't have time to roast your own chicken, Whole Foods carries whole rotisserie chickens for $7.99 each). What you'll need: Crispy Tortillas Vegetable oil for frying 6 …
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Dominick's Finer Foods
1822 Willow Rd, Northfield, IL
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Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Bored of a regular burger? Embrace your inner Islander with Everest Burger's Aloha Burger.
The Frugal Foodie loves a good burger as much as the next person. But add pineapples and a hint of Asian spice and you've got a burger bordering on gourmet. Try this recipe to get Everest Burger's delicious Aloha Burger at home. Read more: Patch's Frugal Foodie homepage Burgers by the numbers: We like sirloin ground beef for this recipe. Shop locally at the Grand for the best price. The Grand: $4.49/lb ground sirloin Dominick's: $4.99/lb Rancher's Reserve ground sirloin Whole Foods: $6.99/lb ground sirloin (a cheap option -- buy already-shaped burgers at $6.49/lb). What you'll need: 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1 packet beefy onion soup mix 2 tablespoons ginger teriyaki marinade mix 1 (8-ounce) can pineapple rings, drained, juice reserved…
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1822 Willow Rd, Northfield, IL
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Grand Food Center
341 Hazel Ave, Glencoe, IL
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Everest Burger
91 Green Bay Rd, Glencoe, IL
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Monday, July 11, 2011
Too hot for pasta? The Frugal Foodie's got you covered.
As the summer continues to heat up, try a cool roasted vegetable and orzo salad from Foodstuffs, easy to make and refrigerate at home with a few fresh ingredients. What you'll need: 1 small eggplant, peeled and diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 1 red onion, peeled and diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup of olive oil 1 1/2 tsp of kosher salt 1/2 tsp freshly group black pepper 1/2 lb. of orzo Dressing: 1/3 cup of squeezed lemons (two lemons) 1/3 cup of olive oil 1 tsp of kosher salt ½ tsp of freshly ground black pepper Garnish: 4 scallions, minced 1/4 cup of toasted pine nuts 3/4 lb feta, diced 16 fresh basil leaves cut into thin strips Directions: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Toss the eggplant, bell peppers…
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Foodstuffs Gourmet Foods and Catering
338 Park Ave, Glencoe, IL
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Lakeside Foods
800 Elm St, Winnetka, IL
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Monday, June 27, 2011
Make easy and affordable lunch for your family with tried and true recipes. Up this week is with tuna salad from Meg's Cafe.
Consider it a moveable feast in your own backyard: The Frugal Foodie is on the hunt for the best recipes at local hotspots and the cheapest way to savor them. Each week, we’ll pick a new restaurant’s recipe and then follow our noses to the most affordable places to buy a main ingredient. This week, try a new twist on an old classic. Meg’s Café in Glencoe serves a surprisingly delicious tuna salad, made exciting again with black currants. The best part? You only need four ingredients: Meg’s Café Tuna Salad: Drain tuna in colander and shred with fingers until no clumps remain and texture is fine and even. Transfer tuna to medium bowl and mix in mayonnaise, celery and, currants until evenly blended. Salt and pepper to taste. Cover and …
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Grand Food Center
341 Hazel Ave, Glencoe, IL
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An Apple A Day Catering and Meg's Cafe
317 Park Ave, Glencoe, IL
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Dominick's Finer Foods
1822 Willow Rd, Northfield, IL
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