Spinach, Caramelized Onion, and Bacon Pizza (total for meal $7.90)

"One of my favorite splurges is fresh-baked bread from the bakery. But when the budget is tight, I make my own. In this case, it's pizza crust -- basically flour and water -- which leaves plenty of money to get creative with the toppings. Onions are always in my fridge, and fresh spinach is about $1.50 a bag; so I splurge on thick-sliced bacon, such as Nueske's, which has an incredible flavor (you'll have 3/4 of the package left, too). I also add real Parmesan cheese. Serve this rich-tasting pizza with a simple green salad of romaine lettuce, sliced red onions, and cherry tomatoes." -Julie Grimes Bottcher for Cooking Light