Easy Recipes with Low-Cost Ingredients
Hi, I’m Julia and I’m sharing the best easy and low-cost recipes for busy families. Follow me for yummy recipes and inspiration. You’ll be happy you did!
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5 Steps to a Low-Cost Dinner
- Find a low-cost protein. Chicken thighs, ground beef and tofu are all great options! Try to stay under $5/lb.
- Search for dinner recipes on Sweet Tea Meals.
- Pick three vegetables that go well with your protein recipe and then find the best deal out of those vegetables. Look in fresh, frozen and canned!
- Find a filler to complete the dinner. Mashed potatoes, rice and noodles are all great options. For a low-carb options, double your vegetables instead.
- Search Sweet Tea Meals for your vegetable and filler recipes.
Recent Recipes
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Parmesan Green Beans
Easy, low-cost side dish.
• Kitchen Stock Ingredients
• 2 lbs Fresh Green Beans -
Easy Baked French Toast Sticks Recipe
Learn how to make French toast sticks at home for a quick breakfast idea.
Ingredients in addition to Kitchen Stock.
4 Eggs, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 8 slices of bread -
Easy Oven Baked Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe with Creamy Dijon Sauce
If you’re craving restaurant quality Chicken Cordon Bleu without the hassle of frying, this recipe is perfect for you. This easy oven-baked version still delivers all the crispy cheesy goodness you love without over-complicating the classic French dish.
Ingredients Needed:
Kitchen Stock Ingredients Plus
2 Chicken Breasts
4 Slices Swiss Cheese
8 Slices Ham -
Homemade Rich and Flavorful Chicken Stock
An easy recipe for rich and flavorful chicken stock you can make in a slow cooker.
Ingredients Needed:
Kitchen Stock +
2 Chicken Carcasses
1 Gallon Bag of Frozen Carrots, Celery and Onion Scraps
Hello, I’m glad you’re here!
Hi, I’m Julia! Cooking wholesome, satisfying meals shouldn’t be complicated—or expensive. My passion is finding simple, affordable ingredients that come together to create nourishing dishes for busy families.