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Series · 28 min

Cookin' Cheap

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Cookin' Cheap is a TV series (—) that first aired in —. There is currently no known legal streaming option for Cookin' Cheap in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

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Plot

Cookin' Cheap was a nationally syndicated cooking show, originally hosted by Larry Bly and Earl "Laban" Johnson, Jr.. Cookin' Cheap was taped in the studios of Blue Ridge Public Television in Roanoke, Virginia. It began its national distribution through the PBS system in 1981, and more recently did a syndication run on the GoodLife TV Network.

Cookin' Cheap contrasted itself with contemporary cooking shows of its time by not attempting to hide the tedious preparation work that goes into cooking a recipe, and by using common ingredients purchased at local supermarkets in Roanoke, Virginia, where the show was produced. Johnson stated that the idea for the show was born from the frustration he suffered when trying to recreate the recipes of Julia Child, lacking ingredients that are unavailable in a small southern town.

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Where can I watch Cookin' Cheap?

There is currently no known legal streaming option for Cookin' Cheap in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Has Cookin' Cheap ended?

Yes, Cookin' Cheap has ended.

What should I watch if I liked Cookin' Cheap?

If you enjoyed Cookin' Cheap, try The Goldbergs, The Phil Silvers Show, The Bernie Mac Show and The Facts of Life.

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Updated: October 28, 2026 ·