The Frugal Foodie - Steph de Sousa Recipes
Cooking meals on a budget has never been so inspiring! Check out these delicious and simple recipes featured on the Channel 10 cooking show, The Frugal Foodie. Starring ALDI advocate Steph de Sousa and proudly supported by ALDI Australia, you'll love the budget-friendly recipes she makes each week.
Each one of Steph de Sousa's recipes is family-friendly and can be whipped up using ingredients you can find in your local ALDI store. So you know these dishes are not only packed with quality products, but they’re affordable too!
In each episode, Steph de Sousa, renowned for her warm, relatable approach to cooking, brings her passion for creating flavour-packed meals without breaking the bank. From clever tips on how to save money in the kitchen to hearty recipes that don’t compromise on taste, Steph’s new series is a celebration of resourceful cooking for every Australian household.
Catch the episodes live every Saturday at 1:30pm (AEDT) on Channel 10 and 10Play.
Episode 1: Lunchbox Wonders
Creative and budget-friendly lunch ideas for kids and adults alike! Check out this quick and easy Mexican Layer Dip made with layers of kidney beans, creamy guacamole, fresh salsa, and zesty cheese, perfect for dipping with tortilla chips.
This week's shopping list
- 3 large, ripe avocados
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 New Season 450g cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 600ml Farmdale sour cream
- 1 El Tora taco mix seasoning sachet (or to taste, using recipe below)
- 1 punnet cherry tomatoes
- ½ small red onion
- ½ bunch fresh coriander
- 1 large handful Westacre Dairy shredded cheese
- 1 pack Bakers Life large white wraps
Check you have these pantry items:
- The Olive Tree olive oil spray
- Stonemill salt and cracked black pepper
Check back here weekly after each episode, for Steph's easy-to-follow recipes and recipe shopping lists, making it simple for you to recreate The Frugal Foodie meals at home.
Want to know more about Steph de Sousa?
Steph de Sousa is a vibrant culinary enthusiast, passionate about creating delightful dishes without denting the wallet. Known to her expansive online commuity as @steph_cooks_stuff on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Steph has carved a niche for herself in the culinary world by blending her love of food with a keen sense for budgeting. As a self-taught chef, Steph believes in the power of simplicity. championing recipes that are not only affordable and nutritious, but also easy enough for the everyday cook.