#cheap recipes

[sirpleasedonotfuckthepastasalad]

Reblog for visibility!!!

[saltandlavenderblog]

Sautéed cabbage and sausage recipe

[thoughtportal]

Dollar Tree Dinners

[indnwitch]

Cajun pasta;

Spice mix; 1 teaspoon each of the following.

Smoked paprika

Onion powder

Garlic powder

White pepper

Black pepper

Sea salt

Oregano

This will be used to season any chicken, sausage, shrimp or tofu You’re adding to the dish as well as the sauce.

In a large skillet cook and season your choice of protein, cook fully and set aside. While your choice of pasta boils, finely dice a shallot.

Roughly Chop and de-seed whole yellow or red bell pepper along with a fresh tomato, I remove the core, seeds and skin from my tomato before chopping.

Drain your pasta and set aside to cool. In a LARGE heated skillet melt some butter about tea-tablespoons worth along with a teaspoon or a squeeze worth of tomato paste and the diced shallot. Let it cook down for five to ten minutes depends on how hot your pan is.

Add in a cup and a half of heavy cream, your protein, and your vegetables. Let the heavy cream come to a steady bubble stirring occasionally before adding 2/3 cup of Parmesan cheese and the rest of your spice mixture. Mix and let it come to a bubble again before adding in your pasta and mixing it very well together.

Boom baby it’s literally that easy! Pro tip I used pre cooked grilled chicken from the grocery store and just seasoned it up in a pan at home.

[mermazeablaze]

If you have leftover cranberry sauce whether homemade or canned, whole berry or jellied - do yourself a favor & make a parfait out of it. My mom used to make my brother & I cranberry sauce parfaits around the holidays.

She would coat the bottom of a plastic cup with whipped cream, then add cranberry sauce, top with canned (pitted) dark cherries/pie filling, generous layer of dark cherry/mixed berry/vanilla Greek yogurt, another layer of cranberry sauce & cherries/pie filling & then top with more whipped cream.

It's fucking delicious.

[bookshopwitch]

mug cake for when you're actually broke and need to eat (4 ingredients, no sugar, no eggs)

disclaimer: this recipe obviously assumes you have access to the ingredients needed. sometimes you won't. this is for people who do. it's all non-perishable staples, and things you could get in a food bank.

you will need (measurements are not precice, i do this by eye):

2 tbsp of plain or self raising flour 2 tbsp of hot chocolate powder or cocoa powder (or melted real chocolate if you happen to have it) 5(ish, until cake batter consistency) tbsp of cold water or milk (if you have it) 2 tbsp of any fat (i usually use vegetable oil)

method:

put it all in a mug (go for a bigger mug or a bowl if using self raising as it will rise when cooked) mix mix mix until no lumps microwave in 10-20 second bursts until a fork or knife comes away a little crumby but otherwise clean let sit for a minute so you don't burn your mouth eat <3

[egglygreg]

This is a recipe for Nangari Burgers, a tasty cheap way of feeding a bunch of people. My grandmother used to make them for bbqs and events at my old primary school (you can see the bulk version of the recipe on the bottom half of the paper)

Nangari Burgers

400 grams of mince

1/2 cup of water

1/2 cup of milk

1 cup of flour

1 carrot

1 onion

1 packet of powder chicken noodle soup

2 eggs

Basically, you just chop up the onion and carrot fairly fine, then add in everything and mix together in a big bowl. It makes a kind of batter (a bit like pancake mix). Then, you treat it like pancake mix and just ladle it onto a hot BBQ or pan and cook until cooked through. Makes about 15 burgers.

Whack one between some white bread with tomato sauce, and there you go!

[spoonierecipes]

Chicken and Potatoes

The icon recipe. 1/5 price, 1.5/5 energy, optional items make 2/5.

Ingredients

Chicken breast, preferably defrosted

Baby red potatoes

Pearl/boiler onions (optional)

Bell peppers (optional)

Butter/margarine

Olive oil

Worcester

Rosemary

Pepper

Cinnamon

Preferred chicken seasonings

Oven (350°f)

2 Aluminum pans

Skillet/pan

Cutting board

Object to stir

Steps

Grab a skillet, board, and the aluminum pan, preheat the oven to the set degree.

Get your poatoes and wash them, then set on the cutting board. Only cut them in half, put them into an aluminum pan. Coat in oil, rosemary, cinnamon, pepper, Worcester, and probably more if you want it. Set aside.

Get your chicken into a pan. It's okay if it's frozen, just run it under warm water to remove any frost or ice. If it's thawed, stab it with something. Fork or knife preferably. Use enough Worcester to make it soak in and for it to coat the bottom, or however much you have left. Whichever comes first. Then coat in seasonings to your own desire.

If you have bell peppers and onions, now is when you cut them. Peppers into strips, and onions only need the roots cut off, maybe the top if you need that gone. Make sure to check the onions to make sure they're still good, and to remove the little papery layer.

Your oven should be preheated by now, so put the chicken and the poatoes in. If you don't have the extra ingredients, just wait until the chicken and potatoes are cooked through. The chicken will take longer if it's frozen, but that's okay.

If you have peppers and onions, now you get the skillet. Turn on the stove, throw some butter in the skillet. Once it's melted and the pan is coated (just move it around a little), toss in the peppers and the onions. Cook until soft and warm, or longer if you want, just rememberto stir so nothing burns. The onions layers may start separating-- that happens, it's okay.

Once those are cooked, set aside. Either in a bowl or just cover the pan, whichever you can manage. Once everything is done, throw it together on a plate, and then you're done.

This is what it should look like. Mine is plated nicely, but you don't have to make it pretty. Just make it work for you.

[lover-of-cartonz]

if ur ever looking for an easier, cheaper and more balanced meal ive got the "recepie" for you

it's just instant noodles with eggs and veggies but it fills me up, and while it is high in sodium, is helpful if cooking is a bit of a challenge for you/you'd eat something worse for you otherwise

basically all of this can be changed to taste/appetite, but i have a big stomach, so I'll be making a larger bowl. recepie can easily be cut in half.

ingredients:

- 2 eggs

i love eggs and they're good for you duh. i eat lots of eggs because they help meet daily nutritional needs and if you buy an 18 pack, they can be kinda cheap; as well as the fact they can be easily used up if they're about to go bad

- seasoning salt (optional)

can be found at dollar store, can be replaced with reg salt and spice of choice

- frozen variety vegetables

i buy frozen because they're already chopped, alot cheaper, won't go bad (unless you thaw and refreeze them), and obviously vegetables are good for you. pick any veggie you want, i usually go with carrots, broccoli, or parisian mix.

- 2 packs of mr.noodle

base of the meal, cheap as hell. especially if you buy a full palette of them.

- butter/oil/lard

to fry the eggs

- spices & herbs of choice

spices really make this bad boy. i usually use garlic, paprika, pepper, oregano and ginger but honestly, throw pretty much a little of anything in here. as i type this, im using a bit of curry powder and sage in addition to the other ones.

steps:

- begin with a frying pan or pot. ive even used a steel mixing bowl, get crazy with it. set the stovetop to low-medium heat, on my stove i use 3.5/9. add butter and once it's melted and spread out easily, wait a minute for it to heat up more.

-crack the eggs in, there should be a nice sizzle. i like my yolks runny, and it mixes better with the "broth" later, so take a fork and carefully try to grab the clear membrane around the egg yolk. attempt to pull it off slowly, but if it doesnt come off fully, no biggie. this is just so the egg cooks more evenly while leaving the yolk soft. i use the seasoning salt to sprinkle onto the eggs, the broth does not need it.

-continue to cook until the white is solid. the yolk should still be almost all soft by now, but even if it isn't, itll still go well with the rest of it.

-put them into a bowl from the pan. if there are egg bits stuck on the pan after, they'll come off.

-put water, ¼-½ the bag of frozen vegetables, spices, and flavour packets into the pan. crank that baby to max heat. once it's boiling, put the noodles in. could probably turn the heat down a bit now. cook until the veggies are soft enough to be poked by fork without much effort. if there's not enough water, just add a bit more.

we're done! put the noodles into the egg bowl, or if you're crazy like me, put the eggs into the pan of noodles.

now, this makes alot of noodles, so for some it should probably be halved, but it works for me, and it works if you haven't eaten all day and are ravenous.

enjoy! (i hope)

[slowlycooking]

[sirpleasedonotfuckthepastasalad]

Quick Low-Cal Custard Oats

Hey everyone!

Looking for a breakfast that’s delicious, diet-friendly, and won’t break the bank? My Quick Low-Cal Custard Oats are here to save the day! This creamy, custardy delight satisfies your sweet tooth without derailing your weight loss goals. Plus, it's easy on the wallet—just a few simple ingredients, and you're good to go!

Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

1/2 cup plain stovetop oatmeal (unsweetened)

1 cup water

Salt to taste

2 tbsp instant pudding mix (adjust to taste)

Directions:

Boil the water: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil over high heat.

Mix in pudding: Add 2 tbsp of pudding mix and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth to avoid clumps. Adjust the amount of pudding mix to your sweetness preference—I like mine pretty sweet, but you can start with 1 tbsp or even half if you prefer a milder flavor.

Cook the oats: Stir in 1/2 cup of plain oats and cook to your desired tenderness. I like mine a bit firmer.

That’s it! Quick, easy, and budget-friendly. You can use any flavor of pudding mix you like. Chocolate, butterscotch, and vanilla are popular choices, but feel free to experiment!

Nutrition Facts (approximate per serving):

With Sugar-Free Pudding Mix:

Calories: 150

Carbs: 28g

Protein: 4g

Fat: 2g

Fiber: 4g

Sugar: 1g

With Regular Pudding Mix:

Calories: 180

Carbs: 36g

Protein: 4g

Fat: 2g

Fiber: 4g

Sugar: 9g

Why You'll Love It:

Quick and Easy: Ready in just a few minutes, perfect for busy mornings.

Budget-Friendly: Uses simple, inexpensive ingredients.

Diet-Friendly: At around 150-180 calories per serving, these custard oats are a low-calorie breakfast option that keeps you full and satisfied.

Customizable Sweetness: Adjust the amount of pudding mix to suit your taste preferences—sweet tooth or more subdued, it’s up to you!

And I know what you're thinking—' This doesn't sound like breakfast, this sounds like dessert!' Well, if chocolate chip pancakes, cinnamon toast waffles, or donuts can be breakfast, why not custard oats? At least the oats have fiber!

Tip: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a handful of fresh berries on top for an extra special touch. Or, if you’re feeling adventurous, try a dollop of peanut butter!

Enjoy your breakfast and stay on track with your goals

[saltandlavenderblog]

Easy chicken and cabbage stir fry recipe

[hippieghost]

It always amazes me when people don't know about the cheap biscuit donuts so I'm posting the recipe here

Here's what you need

Oil for frying the donuts

A pan deep enough to fry them in

Cinnamon

Sugar

Biscuit tubes

Now listen. Look at me. Look at me. Do not go for the nice flaky biscuits or the grands or whatever. Look to the little tubes. The cheap off-brand tubes that look like little hockey pucks.

You want these guys

Every tube has 10 biscuits

Cut every biscuit into quarters so they look like this

This is your prima materia of donut, your essence of the witchcraft we're about to do.

Next, heat up some oil in a large skillet or pan. You want enough that the oil can completely cover the donut.

Once it gets hot, put the biscuit pieces in and fry them until golden brown

Then drain them on some paper towels or bags. Let them cool but only enough that you can handle them.

Step 2, the good stuff

Your gonna pour some sugar and cinnamon in a little paper bag. You can also do this with powdered sugar by itself. I like to set up a bag of each. Once it's in the bag, shake it up a bit, then add some of the donuts and shake it up again to get a good coating

Depending on where you live each roll of biscuits is usually around a dollar, give or take like fifty cents

Every tube makes 40 donuts

You're welcome.

[indnwitch]

Pumpkin recipes day two: Pumpkin milkshake

I got more savory pumpkin recipes coming this one just came to mind last night and well I don’t feel like typing that much right now

Vanilla ice cream

Milk

Splash of vanilla extract

Half a cup of pumpkin purée

Optional dash of maple syrup and pumpkin spice/cinnamon

Everything in the blender blend until you’re happy with the consistency and it’s that easy 😌

[wariomolly]

Milkidiki recipe

1 box (16 oz) thick spaghetti

(could be any pasta type but this one is my fave for this dish)

1 stick (1/2 cup) butter

two cans (~ 20 oz) condensed tomato soup

cheese on top as desired (i use parmesan)

cook up the pasta. drain and return to pot. add butter and cans of tomato soup straight from the can (dont mix with water). combine together on low heat so the sauce warms up. ta daaa milkidiki ✨✨✨

this is a wonderul low income meal that my mom got from her childhood friend’s family. the butter and condensed tomato soup blends together to make such a wonderful sauce. it doesnt even need cheese but im a parm fiend. i want to submit this recipe to every website so it can live on forever. No, nobody knows why it is called that. Actually im not even sure how to spell it because its a made up word that to my knowledge my mother never wrote down. please give it a try and let me know how you like it!!!!

[little-grey-dowitcher]

Life becomes so beautiful when you simply cook your package/cup ramen with something other than water and the flavor packet.

Chicken broth or seafood stock instead of the flavor packet, a dash each of onion and garlic powder, a hint of ginger, some diced mushrooms and carrots. Don’t worry about precise amounts, just measure with your heart. Bring it to a boil, add your noodles, cook them through for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Garnish it with a soft boiled egg, some green onion slices, and some roasted seaweed. Just trust me on this. Literally heaven on earth.

Not to mention you can make like 10 servings if you buy the ingredients in bulk for only like $50. When I don’t know what to make and I’m waiting for my next check, this is my go-to.