Struggle Meals
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 $2 a plate.
Cast: Frankie Celenza
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16 episodes
1. Party for PenniesFrankie 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!PGCC21minJul 20, 2018
2. Food Back from the DeadStale 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.PGCC21minJul 27, 2018
3. Wrap it Up!Frankie shares his method for preparing portable wraps at home for quick and easy lunches.PGCC21minAug 3, 2018
4. Bacon My HeartVersatility is important, and these three items - bacon, eggs, and a whole chicken - will feed you a plethora of delicious and affordable meals.PGCC21minAug 10, 2018
5. Instant GratificationCarbs are loved the world over. Endlessly versatile, cheap, and super filling - Frankie shares his tricks for pasta, pizza dough, and delicious, easy ramen.PGCC21minAug 17, 2018
6. Cauliflower's Star PowerFrankie highlights the versatility of cauliflower, as well as roasts a big chuck roast that stretches over three dishes.PGCC21minAug 24, 2018
7. Traveling for Your TastebudsYou 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.PGCC21minAug 31, 2018
8. Street Food Faves at HomeFrankie makes street food at home, and it's fresher, healthier, and cheaper. Then get ready, because you've never seen rice like this before.PGCC21minSep 7, 2018
9. Sweet on YouSweet potatoes and a sweet tooth - Frankie's got you covered on the cheap and full of nutrition. Some times, you've got to indulge.PGCC21minSep 14, 2018
10. Save Dough, Make DoughPrepping 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.PGCC21minSep 21, 2018
11. Going with the GrainFrankie teaches you how to prep ingredients to make delicious, healthy meals for a fraction of the time and cost.PGCC21minSep 28, 2018
12. Fancy FreeGoing 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.PGCC21minOct 5, 2018
13. The Chicken or the EggWhich 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?PGCC21minOct 12, 2018
14. Frankie's Day OutFrankie 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.PGCC21minOct 19, 2018
15. Show Me the MoleFrankie 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.PGCC21minOct 26, 2018
16. Potatoes Gonna PotateWho 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.PGCC21minNov 2, 2018
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Struggle Meals
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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 $2 a plate.
Creators and cast
- Cast
- Frankie Celenza
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Audio languages
English
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