S1 E1: Party for Pennies
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!
22 minutes
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 that won't break the bank.
Cast: Frank Celenza, Vincent Anter, Keegan Fong
Director: Tastemade, David Charles Sullivan, Lisa Joy LoMurray
S1 E2: Food-Back-From-the-Dead
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!
22 minutes
S1 E3: Wrap it Up!
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.
30 minutes
S1 E4: Bacon My Heart
Versatility is important. These three items - bacon, eggs, and a whole chicken - will feed you a plethora of delicious meals... and for cheap!
30 minutes
S1 E5: Instant Gratification
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.
30 minutes
S1 E6: Cauliflower Star Power
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.
30 minutes
S1 E7: Traveling for Your Taste Buds
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.
30 minutes
S1 E8: Street Food Faves at Home
Frankie makes street food at home. It's fresher, healthier, and cheaper! Then - get ready! - because you've never seen rice like this before.
22 minutes
S1 E9: Sweet on You
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!
22 minutes
S1 E10: Save Dough, Make Dough
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.
22 minutes
S1 E11: Going With the Grain
Frankie teaches you how to prep ingredients to make delicious, healthy meals for a fraction of the time and cost.
30 minutes
S1 E12: Fancy Free
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!
30 minutes
S1 E13: The Chicken or the Egg
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?
22 minutes
S1 E14: Frankie's Day Out
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.
22 minutes
S1 E15: Show Me The Mole
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.
22 minutes
S1 E16: Potatoes Gonna Potate
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.
22 minutes