Struggle Meals

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!

Stale bread, old bananas, canned food, dry foods... they've all gotten a bad wrap, but this is not the end of them yet! Don't let this stuff sit in the pantry, don't let it go to waste - Frankie encourages you to stretch further and cheaper!

First, Frankie packs a one-two punch of bargain and nutrition with butternut squash in three nostalgic, old school dishes. Then he shows you how to prep portable wraps at home for easy, peasey 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 is a star and can be transformed into unexpected dishes. Plus it's delicious and nutritious! Frankie reminds us to buy dried-goods in bulk and makes a big chuck roast that stretches over three dishes.

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

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

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

Going to the movies is expensive! Frankie shows us how to make a delicious TV dinner, popcorn, and dessert for less money than a movie ticket! Then, French food isn’t all fancy and expensive. These are meals big on flavor and light on your wallet!

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 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.

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.