10 Meals You Can Make For Less Than $10 Each
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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"The whole family loved it! Even my toddlers! The flavor of the smoked sausage permeates the whole meal." — MommaLady