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The struggle is real, but it doesn’t mean your food has to suffer. Chef Frankie Celenza shows you how to make delicious meals for under...
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Season 1

  • Party for Pennies
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    Party for Pennies

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 7/20/2018

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

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Food Back from the Dead
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    Food Back from the Dead

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 7/27/2018

    Stale bread, old bananas, canned food, dry foods - they often get a bad wrap, but it's not the end for them yet. Frankie shares his recipes for using these pantry staples to create delicious meals.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Wrap it Up!
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    Wrap it Up!

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/3/2018

    Frankie shares his method for preparing portable wraps at home for quick and easy lunches.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Bacon My Heart
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    Bacon My Heart

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 8/10/2018

    Versatility is important, and these three items - bacon, eggs, and a whole chicken - will feed you a plethora of delicious and affordable meals.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Instant Gratification
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    Instant Gratification

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/17/2018

    Carbs are loved the world over. Endlessly versatile, cheap, and super filling - Frankie shares his tricks for pasta, pizza dough, and delicious, easy ramen.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Cauliflower's Star Power
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    Cauliflower's Star Power

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 8/24/2018

    Frankie highlights the versatility of cauliflower, as well as roasts a big chuck roast that stretches over three dishes.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Traveling for Your Tastebuds
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    Traveling for Your Tastebuds

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 8/31/2018

    You don't have to travel half way around the world to try a different cuisine - Frankie shows that Italian and Filipino foods are accessible right here, right now.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Street Food Faves at Home
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    Street Food Faves at Home

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 9/7/2018

    Frankie makes street food at home, and it's fresher, healthier, and cheaper. Then get ready, because you've never seen rice like this before.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Sweet on You
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    Sweet on You

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 9/14/2018

    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.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Save Dough, Make Dough
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    Save Dough, Make Dough

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 9/21/2018

    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.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Going with the Grain
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    Going with the Grain

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 9/28/2018

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

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Fancy Free
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    Fancy Free

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 10/5/2018

    Going to the movies is expensive. Frankie shows us how to make a delicious TV dinner, popcorn, and dessert, for less than the cost of a movie ticket.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Chicken or the Egg
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    The Chicken or the Egg

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 10/12/2018

    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?

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Frankie's Day Out
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    Frankie's Day Out

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 10/19/2018

    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.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Show Me the Mole
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    Show Me the Mole

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 10/26/2018

    Frankie shows you how to make delicious and filling Mexican-inspired dishes for under $2 a plate, and later uses a surprising struggle ingredient in 3 delicious dishes you'll go nuts for.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Potatoes Gonna Potate
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    Potatoes Gonna Potate

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 11/2/2018

    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.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown