Struggle Meals

Frankie makes three dishes for a party of four, that when combined, are cheaper than one meal out for brunch; it's a taco party for five people for $20.

Stale bread, old bananas, canned food and dry foods all get a bad wrap, but this is not the end of them; Frankie discusses why these foods should not go to waste.

Frankie combines bargain and nutrition with butternut squash in three old school dishes; Frankie demonstrates how to prep portable wraps at home for easy lunches.

Versatility is important. These three items - bacon, eggs, and a whole chicken - will feed you a plethora of delicious meals... and for cheap!

Everyone loves carbs! Endlessly versatile, cheap, and super filling - Frankie shows you tricks for pasta, pizza dough, and delicious, easy ramen meals that aren't soup.

Cauliflower can be transformed into unexpected, delicious and nutritious dishes; Frankie discusses why to buy dried-goods in bulk and makes a big chuck roast that stretches over three dishes.

Italian and Filipino foods are accessible; traveling half way around the world to try a different cuisine is not necessary.

Frankie makes street food at home that's fresher, healthier, and cheaper than its standard counterparts.

Sweet potatoes and a sweet tooth - Frankie's got you covered on the cheap and full of nutrition. Some times, you've got to indulge!

Prepping meals at home is cheaper and way more nutritious! Frankie makes portable breakfasts for the work week and forays into the stuffed dough of different cultures.

Frankie demonstrates how to prep ingredients to make delicious, healthy meals for a fraction of the time and cost.

Frankie demonstrates how to make a delicious TV dinner, popcorn, and dessert, as well as hearty and flavorful French peasant dishes made with fresh, affordable ingredients.

Which came first? In this episode, it's the egg. Frankie shows us both high and low maintenance ways to prepare roasted chicken and eggs for any meal. Who says adulting has to be hard?

Frankie shows you how to make a week's worth of meals on a single trip to the grocery store, and then shows you three options for struggle meals on the go.

Frankie demonstrates how to make filling Mexican-inspired dishes for under $2 a plate; Frankie uses a surprising ingredient in three dishes.

Who knew potatoes are not only affordable, but nutrient rich? Frankie is cookin' up 3 potato dishes that are guaranteed to fill you up, and later a trio of delicious pancakes with a surprising twist.