Easy, Delicious Budget-Friendly Recipes.

Lemon Couscous

This fresh-and-flavorful lemon couscous salad is super easy, fast to make, and budget-friendly. It’s a delicious summer salad and side dish that is a breeze to…

Pea & Ricotta Crostini

This crispy pea and ricotta costini recipe makes a delicious canapé full of fresh flavor and with a lovely texture. The perfect spring appetizer or…

Green Lentil Soup

This green lentil soup makes a budget-friendly one-pot meal that is a hit with the entire family. It’s vegan, healthy, loaded with plant-based protein, and…
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Welcome! I’m the Italian cook and pasta lover behind The Clever Meal.
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