This article provides 9 ways to avoid a cooking slump, while saving money. Some of the suggestions are a little too frugal for me, but some of them are terrific. I love Around the World in 7 Days. For one week, try a different country's cuisine each night, or make one night a week around the world night. I also like the idea of dedicating a whole morning or afternoon to going through your cookbooks and internet to find recipes that are easy and inexpensive which you have overlooked. Then make a commitment to make one each week.