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Looking for some tasty ideas and recipes? 
Here are some recipes from the Blue Ridge PBS archives and from PBS!

Premiering in 1980, Cookin' Cheap was a staple on Blue Ridge PBS for more than 20 years. This comedy cooking show was served up lots of laughs and interesting dishes.   Periodically, we'll feature a favorite recipe here from the show.  This featured recipe from season 7 is perfect for cool fall & winter nights!

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SPICY MUFFINS

2 cups self-rising flour 
½ tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. dry mustard 
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 egg
1 cup milk
¼ cup vegetable oil

Preheat oven to 425. Grease muffin tin. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl. In another bowl, beat the egg and add the milk and oil. Add liquids to dry ingredients all at once and stir lightly. Fill cups 2⁄3 full. Bake for 18 minutes.


If you're looking for laughs as well as recipes, several seasons  of Cookin' Cheap are avaible for streaming to Blue Ridge PBS Passport members. Not a member? Become a member today at the $60 level and get access to Blue Ridge PBS Passort AND get a copy of the Cookin' Cheap Cookbook. 

Check out these ideas from across the PBS system!