If you've ever watched an episode of Ina Garten's "Barefoot Contessa," you're probably familiar with Ina's welcoming kitchen, which is well-stocked with fully ripened fruits, aromatic herbs and vibrant veggies, all hand-picked from her home garden. You're also probably familiar with her simple yet comforting recipes, which include everything from truffled mac and cheese to carrot cake with ginger mascarpone frosting.

Turns out, you don't need to live in an East Hampton estate or drive a Mini Cooper to cook like Ina. Most of her recipes are incredibly budget friendly, making them perfect for the most frugal home cook. All you need on hand are fresh produce, some spices and a few cuts of meat or fish to cook these dishes from the comfort of your own home.

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From Panko-Crusted Salmon to Cacio e Pepe Roasted Asparagus, here are six budget friendly recipes from the one-and-only Ina:

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