Sandra's Money Saving Meals
Tightening your food budget is more important than ever, and Sandra Lee has come to the rescue. Sandra shares her budget-friendly recipes and kitchen tips which not only result in fabulous meals, but will save you money as well.
- 2009-2012
- 5 seasons
- Reality
Tightening your food budget is more important than ever, and Sandra Lee has come to the rescue. Sandra shares her budget-friendly recipes and kitchen tips which not only result in fabulous meals, but will save you money as well.
Season 3 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2010
Episode 1
Bake Sale
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee gives a great American bake sale a money saving makeover.
Episode 2
Spring Fling
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee's celebrating spring by making her springtime favorites. On the menu: chicken-cutlet sandwiches with herb mayonnaise; garlicky hummus; cucumber sandwiches; corn salad; blueberry scones; and raspberry lemonade.
Episode 3
Inexpensive Italian
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee's cooking up some Italian favorites with a price tag to love. Dishes include eggplant Parmesan, osso buco with spicy potenta, and Italian donuts with cherry sauce.
Episode 4
Taco Trucks
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee's making fast, simple and inexpensive Mexican treats.
Episode 5
Japanese Restaurant
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee's making Japanese restaurant favorites with a $1000 saving tip. Prepared: hibachi steak with egg noodles; chicken teriyaki with ginger rice; green tea ginger granita.
Episode 6
Bargain Brunch
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Brunch classics, including eggs Benedict; ham-and-cheese soufflé; coffee cake; and Bloody Marys.
Episode 7
Thrifty Tapas
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee's making tiny Spanish dishes with big flavors. Prepared: sweet-and-sour chorizo; spicy spinach stew; flatiron steak with tango sauce; Barcelona potatoes with spicy tomato sauce; sangria.
Episode 8
Farm Stand Fresh
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee is making fantastic meals fresh from the farm stand.
Episode 9
Grilling on a Stick
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra is grilling up some tasty treats on a stick. Including sausage-and-pepper skewers w/grilled polenta; chicken satay w/grilled-vegetable couscous on a stick; grilled fruit skewers w/yogurt dipping sauce; baked ziti w/sausage & peppers.
Episode 10
All-American Comfort Food
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee cooks up savory soul food at a price that makes the mouth water. Prepared: fried pork chops with butter beans; fried chicken with collard greens; banana pudding; and sweet tea.
Episode 11
Summer Soiree
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Summer is here & Sandra's got recipes that celebrates the season. The menu includes grilled pork chops with stone-fruit salsa; whole tomatoes stuffed with Caprese salad; chocolate-chip shortcake with mixed berries; and watermelon martinis.
Episode 12
Sparkling Cocktail Time
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee shows how to throw a cocktail party without spending a fortune. On the menu: crispy baby-potato bites; chicken sliders with spicy mayo; stuffed cucumber cups; and chicken tacos with cucumber salsa.
Episode 13
Minute Meals
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 21 mins
Sandra Lee's on a mission to save money and time with her tasty minute meals, including shrimp scampi with couscous; steak-and-cheese hoagies; s'more-pudding parfaits; shrimp-bruschetta; and banana daiquiris.