(Part 2) Best budget cooking books according to redditors

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This is a great idea for a challenge. I'm not so great at budgeting but I always enjoy reading about other people's money-saving victories.

Budget cooking resources. I only know of two budget cooking cookbooks for vegans, Eat Vegan on $4 a Day by Ellen Jaffe Jones, which I don't have, and Vegan on the Cheap by Robin Robertson, which I do.

https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Vegan-4-00-Day-Conscious-ebook/dp/B006IS83W0/

https://www.amazon.com/Vegan-Cheap-Robin-Robertson-ebook/dp/B00BKROO22/

Vegan on the Cheap is a good money-saving cookbook, especially if you're fast in the kitchen. The thing about trying to budget is that you often have to trade time, creativity and effort for money. Some of the recipes in the cookbook are geared toward making your own staples rather than purchasing them at the store. Others use affordable ingredients like potatoes, cabbage, lentils and winter squash to create tasty main courses. Each meal lists its supposed cost although food has gone up in price since this cookbook was published, so I'm not sure how helpful that is.

While I don't own it, Miyoko Schinner's The Homemade Vegan Pantry is a cookbook of staples. I suspect it's also money-saving for that reason. Maybe those who have this cookbook can weigh in on whether it is?

https://www.amazon.com/Homemade-Vegan-Pantry-Making-Staples-ebook/dp/B00NRQXT70

These are a couple of college cookbooks that say they have affordable vegan recipes, though I have no personal experience with them. Maybe someone can weigh in on them? The are:

PETA's Vegan College Cookbook

https://www.amazon.com/PETAS-Vegan-College-Cookbook-Delicious-ebook/dp/B01CO4HH4Q

Student's Go Vegan Cookbook by Carole Raymond

https://www.amazon.com/Students-Go-Vegan-Cookbook-Recipes-ebook/dp/B003EVJKIU

There is a new money-saving vegan cookbook in the works that won't be out until June, Frugal Vegan by Katie Koteen.

https://www.amazon.com/Frugal-Vegan-Affordable-Delicious-Cooking-ebook/dp/B01MQ3O7DK/

Finally, I'd like to recommend a book on money-saving that is entertaining as well as educational, The Complete Tightwad Gazette by Amy Dacyczyn.

https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Tightwad-Gazette-Promoting-Alternative/dp/0375752250

Dacyczyn and her husband's dream was to raise a family of six kids, but to do this, the Dacyczyns had to become radical money savers. They tried and tested many money-saving strategies, and eventually began to publish a newsletter. Their newsletter subscribers contributed suggestions of their own. This book is a compilation of all their newsletters. It is somewhat dated, since they were published in the 1990s, but many of the money saving tips in it can still be applied.

Did you know that soy flour sold in bulk makes a good egg substitute in baked goods? I didn't either, until I read this book. Did you know that you can calculate the energy costs you accrue when you turn on the oven for an hour? This book shows how it can be done. The book also has some strategies for how to grocery shop -- the authors take in account not only prices at the supermarkets in their area, but also the cost of gasoline when they make multiple trips.

They're not vegan, and many of their strategies were too radical for me, but I really enjoyed reading about their creativity and ingenuity.

These are all the resources I know of, off the top of my head, but I'm really looking forward to hearing what books and blogs others have tried!

Our starter meal was shredded chicken, it got us hooked on the instant pot. It makes 6-8 meals worth of shredded meat in mayyyyybe an hour total. It refrigerates really well, can be used for tacos or plates, and tastes delicious.

• 2-3lbs chicken thighs or breasts. I think thighs taste best (and are definitely cheapest), but some people don't like the texture
  
• 1 16oz jar salsa verde (aka "green salsa")
  
• Salt, pepper
  
• 25 minutes on high
  
• Natural release
  
  When it's done, use two forks to pull the meat apart and shred it. If you don't have taco shells handy, it pairs well with a can of black beans, lentils, or any green vegetable.
  
  For books, I would recommend Instant Pot Obsesssion to start, and Dinner in an Instant once you're a little used to it. The Garlicky Pork Shoulder recipe in Dinner in an Instant is amazing and very easy.

I got these two books (Frugal Vegan and Thug Kitchen)as a gift and they have really helped me get better. I was a decent cook beforehand but these have given me tips on making tofu taste better, good sauces to make, etc. I like the combo of these two books because Frugal Vegan is a lot simpler, generally not too many ingredients, and usually not some weird thing you've never heard of while Thug Kitchen can get a bit more elaborate which can also be fun.

Some, but since a lot of them were in the same places, I may as well make the recommendations directly.

I recommend the work of Laura Pazzagila whole heartedly. Her site, videos and book (plus other social media) provides super useful information for all levels of experience with electronic pressure cooking. Highly recommended.

Lifehacker has a good deal of recipes and tips. I've recently tried the recent bread pudding recipe and am quite fond of it.

If you're looking for cookbooks proper, there's two that are the most popular: Laura Randolph's first Instatnt Pot book and Janet Zimmerman's book. I recommend the former for the newbie but both are pretty good. BTW, Zimmerman has a good dutch oven book I'd recommend as well.

First step: set expectations. Accept bread as you know it is gone. No GF bread will taste like the real thing.

Second step: buy a scale. GF flour is hard to measure the conventional way. This conversion chart is really nice: https://www.kingarthurflour.com/learn/ingredient-weight-chart.html

Third step: look for GF bread recipes that didn't start as regular bread recipes. Without gluten, most of them don't work. I like recipes that whip the hell out of the dough to incorporate air.

My current favorite recipe: https://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/best-gluten-free-bread-recipe-ever

Nicole Hunn also had some great recipes in her book Gluten Free on a Shoestring. I lost it in a move and am thinking about repurchasing. https://www.amazon.com/Gluten-Free-Shoestring-Recipes-Eating-Cheap/dp/073821423X
Here is her website for more ideas: https://glutenfreeonashoestring.com

>In the process Makan will show there's more to Indian food than stereotypes would suggest. "Many people still think of Indian food as unhealthy takeaways or elaborate tedious recipes to prepare," said Makan. "I want to show that everyday Indian food, as I cook in my own kitchen, can be extremely delicious while being easy to prepare and healthy."

Chetna's Healthy Indian will be published in the UK on January 31, 2019. Available in the US beginning March 5, 2019 through Amazon.com.

It is! And just for clarity, this is from "Chetna's Healthy Indian": https://www.amazon.com/Chetnas-Healthy-Indian-Everyday-Effortlessly/dp/1784725358/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2AEQ95RA5PP5S&keywords=chetna+makan&qid=1556945599&s=gateway&sprefix=chetna%2Caps%2C129&sr=8-1&pldnSite=1


Worth the purchase for me as someone who (a) loves Indian food and (b) is just starting to venture beyond the most basic of cooking/baking.

The problem with listing specific bottles is that the wines with large production and wide distribution are usually some of the worst values and tend to be less interesting wines.

Two books that I've enjoyed:
Great Wine Made Simple

This will really lead you by the hand and suggest specific bottles that you can taste and compare so you can start figuring out wine.

I also like Mark Oldman's book. Not really packed with tons of information, but I think it's worth it just for the lists of alternatives to common wine types.

Taken from "Instant Pot Obsession"

Mulligatawny soup is a British adaptation of an Indian dish that's changed so much from the original it's barely recognizable. It's exceptionally tasty, nonetheless. As large as the number of people making mulligatawny soup is, the number of versions is just as large. In my version, the apple might seem like a strange addition, but it adds a welcome tart note to the spicy soup. Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  
• 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
  
• 2 celery stalks, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
  
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped (about 3/4 cup)
  
• 1 garlic clove, minced
  
• 1 tablespoon curry powder, or more to taste
  
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  
• 1/3 cup uncooked basmati or long-grain white rice
  
• 4 cups Chicken Stock
  
• 1 large Granny Smith apple, cored, peeled, and chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
  
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  
• 1/4 cup plain Yogurt
  
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  
  
  

1. Sauté the vegetables. Preheat the Instant Pot b selecting Sauté and adjust to Normal for medium heat. Put the butter in the pot to melt. When it has stopped foaming, add the onion, celery, carrots, and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables start to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the curry powder and salt and cook, stirring, until the curry powder is fragrant, about 1 minute.
   
2. Pressure cook the soup. Add the chicken, rice, and stock. Lock the lid into place. Select Manual; adjust the pressure to High and the time to 8 minutes. After cooking, naturally release the pressure for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure. Unlock and remove the lid. Transfer the chicken thighs to a plate.
   
3. Finish the soup. Select Saute and adjust to Less for low heat. Add the apple and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes. Test the rice to make sure it's done, and adjust the seasoning, adding the cayenne (if using) and more curry powder if desired. While the soup simmers, cut the chicken into bite-size pieces. Return it to the soup to warm through. Ladle the soup into bowls, top with a spoonful of yogurt and a sprinkle of cilantro, and serve.
   
   

• Ingredient Tip: If possible, use Madras curry powder, which tends to be a bit spicier and more complex than other powders. If you can't find it, you may wish to add the optional cayenne to bring up the heat level.
  
  Per Serving: Calories: 403; Fat: 15g; Sodium: 735mg; Carbohydrates: 29g; Fiber: 4g; Protien: 37g

I have three that have loads of pics and great recipes too

Frugal Vegan

https://www.amazon.com/Frugal-Vegan-Affordable-Delicious-Cooking/dp/1624143776/ref=sr_1_3?

30 Minute Vegan Dinners

https://www.amazon.com/30-Minute-Vegan-Dinners-Plant-Based-Meals/dp/1624147216/ref=sr_1_2?

Fuss Free Vegan By Sam Turnbull she also has one out called It doesn't taste like chicken.

https://www.amazon.com/Fuss-Free-Vegan-Everyday-Favorites-Veganized/dp/0147530350/ref=sr_1_3?

You might want to invest in a beginner's cookbook. This one looks interesting and its kindle version is pretty cheap!

I would wait until chicken would go on manager's special the day or before it expired. Then I would freeze it or cock it up in an easy meal.



Also these cookbooks have helped tremendously:

$5 Meals Cookbook

$5 a Meal College Cokbook

Wickedly Easy Healthy Recipe Meals for Less than $5

I hope you start to feel better soon! I just bought a Keto Air Fryer book off of Amazon; however, haven't tried any recipes in it as of yet. The only thing I've made in mine so far is wings. They were really delicious :)

I enjoyed baking before anyway, but I found gluten free baking fun. And frustrating - there's a lot more hit/miss than regular baking. Bread can either be amazing or a crumbly disaster. But when it works out, you have the satisfaction of I MADE THIS. (and it's usually more healthy than pre-packaged versions)

The blog Gluten Free On A Shoestring is great, and they have a cookbook: https://www.amazon.com/Gluten-Free-Shoestring-Recipes-Eating-Cheap/dp/073821423X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1481885362&sr=1-6&keywords=gluten+free I haven't got the book, but I've used a few recipes from the blog. Turned out pretty well.

I have these books, and like the recipes:

• https://www.amazon.com/Dairy-Free-Gluten-Free-Kitchen-Delicious-Dishes/dp/1607742241/ref=sr_1_19?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1481885418&sr=1-19&keywords=gluten+free
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Gluten-Free-Vegan-Bread-Artisanal-Recipes/dp/1570617805/ref=pd_sim_14_28?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=G7KYHG504VF7SDSRVV5M
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Flying-Aprons-Gluten-Free-Vegan-Baking/dp/1570616299/ref=pd_sim_14_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=BH9HBNXX4F88TT435K5B
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1402771851/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1