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Struggle Meals Season 1 Episodes

16 Episodes 2018 - 2020

Episode 1

Party for Pennies

Fri, Jul 20, 201822 mins

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!

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Episode 2

Food Back from the Dead

Tue, Dec 8, 202021 mins

Stale 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.

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Episode 3

Wrap it Up!

Wed, Dec 9, 202021 mins

Frankie shares his method for preparing portable wraps at home for quick and easy lunches.

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Episode 4

Bacon My Heart

Thu, Dec 10, 202022 mins

Versatility is important, and these three items - bacon, eggs, and a whole chicken - will feed you a plethora of delicious and affordable meals.

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Episode 5

Instant Gratification

Fri, Dec 11, 202021 mins

Carbs are loved the world over. Endlessly versatile, cheap, and super filling - Frankie shares his tricks for pasta, pizza dough, and delicious, easy ramen.

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Episode 6

Cauliflower's Star Power

Mon, Dec 14, 202021 mins

Frankie highlights the versatility of cauliflower, as well as roasts a big chuck roast that stretches over three dishes.

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Episode 7

Traveling for Your Tastebuds

Tue, Dec 15, 202021 mins

You 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.

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Episode 8

Street Food Faves at Home

Wed, Dec 16, 202021 mins

Frankie makes street food at home, and it's fresher, healthier, and cheaper. Then get ready, because you've never seen rice like this before.

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Episode 9

Sweet on You

Thu, Dec 17, 202022 mins

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.

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Episode 10

Save Dough, Make Dough

Fri, Dec 18, 202021 mins

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.

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Episode 11

Going with the Grain

Mon, Dec 21, 202022 mins

Frankie teaches you how to prep ingredients to make delicious, healthy meals for a fraction of the time and cost.

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Episode 12

Fancy Free

Tue, Dec 22, 202021 mins

Going 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.

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Episode 13

The Chicken or the Egg

Wed, Dec 23, 202022 mins

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?

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Episode 14

Frankie's Day Out

Thu, Dec 24, 202021 mins

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.

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Episode 15

Show Me the Mole

Fri, Dec 25, 202022 mins

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.

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Episode 16

Potatoes Gonna Potate

Mon, Dec 28, 202021 mins

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.

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