Category Archives: family meals

Classic Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

The other day, I asked Mrs. CB what she would like for dinner and she said “Spaghetti AbbaZabba”.  That’s her term for a recipe that’s become a favorite when we want a change of pace.  This combines several favorite flavors all … Continue reading

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D’oh! You Gotta Fold Your Biscuit Dough!

This morning I watched a news story that said that “The Simpsons” is celebrating its 500th episode tonight—23 years worth.  I remember how my son Michael loved to watch the Simpsons when he was 7 or 8 years old (yep, … Continue reading

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Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwiches

Cheap Bastid Cooks is about cooking good, simple, inexpensive food.  I’m no chef and if you’re looking for what I call fancy “foo-foo-foodie” food then maybe you’re at the wrong blog.  If you want to cook delicious food without spending … Continue reading

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Incredible Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipe

Just what are you supposed to do when the grocery store has red bell peppers at 4 for $1 and you’ve got some miscellaneous meat in the freezer and half a pan of left over corn bread?  Well if you’re … Continue reading

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Wieners Wellington or Hot Dogs and Crescent Rolls

Chef Gordon Ramsey judges “cheftestants” on “Hell’s Kitchen” based on how well they can execute his recipe for Beef Wellington.  Now, Cheap Bastid doesn’t have the budget for beef tenderloin and puff pastry so I’ve had to make do all … Continue reading

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