10 Meals You Can Make For Less Than $10 Each

By Vicky McDonald
March 27, 2020

Looking to cut back on your grocery bill? We've picked out 10 clever recipes that use cheaper pantry staples, but definitely don't skimp on flavor. These delicious budget-friendly meals are sustaining, easy to make, and perfect for weeknight family dinners - and in most cases, will run you less than $10 to make. Enjoy!

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Southwest Chicken

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"We really enjoyed this! And healthy too. I served this with Mexican rice, and with fresh fruit as an appetizer. A total success, and the leftovers kept well also. I'll definitely make it again." — LWYANCEY

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Red Beans and Rice

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"This recipe was everything I had on hand and was so easy to make. Should have doubled the recipe because it was so good and my family wanted more of it. Great for cold weather!" — majestic

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Tuna Noodle Casserole from Scratch

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"This was a wonderful, simple recipe that uses everyday ingredients, yet still tastes terrific. This is one of the few recipes I used that did not need adjustments, it was great as is!" — Allegra

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One Pan Orecchiette Pasta

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"This dish is so simple and flavorful!! I used medium shells instead of orecchiette but only because my local grocery didn't have orecchiette. Definitely a keeper!"  — ArikSavage

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Spicy Vegan Potato Curry

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"I made this recipe EXACTLY as stated, and it came out so much better than I imagined it would! I thought it would be cheap and cheerful, and useful as a side to something, but it is absolutely delicious!"  — Katy

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Baked Ziti

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"I LOVE this recipe! It makes wonderful leftovers too. I make this on Sunday nights and have leftovers for lunch all week!" — paynes

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Chinese Chicken Fried Rice

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"This is a simple, quick, and delicious recipe. My wife just loves this, that I end up making it at least once a week." — Angelo Lombardi

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Original Black Pepper Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

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"We had this for dinner last night and thought is was just DELICIOUS! A quick, tasty and very economical dinner." — DLA IN BETHANY

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Penne Pasta with Spinach and Bacon

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"Absolutely fantastic and easy to make. Got asked for the recipe from a few friends too!" — Kim C

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Grilled Sausage with Potatoes and Green Beans

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"The whole family loved it! Even my toddlers! The flavor of the smoked sausage permeates the whole meal." — MommaLady

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