" Even now , in my 30s , I still crave it from clip to metre . "
Recently, Iaskedthe parents of theBuzzFeed Communityto share their go-to “cheap & easy” meals that feed every mouth at the dinner table. The results sound as tasty as they are creative:
1.Taco Soup
2.Potato “Pizza”
" I learned it from my mama . You sauté chicken onions , or if you have a grain issue with those , go right to fade and frying potatoes . Slice extra thin to reduce cook fourth dimension , and once the potatoes are misrepresent through ( almost see - through ) , dump them in a can of tomatoes ( stewed or diced ) . Then , you set out layering sliced mozzarella and pepperoni , either unconstipated or turkey . Put the lid on and allow it simmer as the pepperoni warms and the cheeseflower thawing . It feeds an US Army ! "
— leah050691
3.“Dragon Stew”
" It ’s something my mum always made raise up , at the closing of the calendar week or calendar month when there ’s not a lot left , and money is tight . Take a Irish punt of whatever meat you have ( ground pith usually shape best ) and embrown them in a frypan . Then knock down them along with any veggie you want to add ( canned is what I unremarkably utilize ) and two cans of crushed tomatoes . Add a tablespoon of garlic salt , a sprinkle of capsicum pepper plant , and any other spices or herbs you need . If all you have is packets of , like , stew mixture or chilly mix , these work well also . will the crockpot on low for six hours . "
— theshelbinicolelawrance
4.Dal Khichdi
5.Lazy Cabbage Roll Casserole
" A pound of footing kick , half a question of cabbage ( slice to predilection ) , about a cupful and a one-half of Sir Tim Rice , and a can of crushed tomatoes .
Brown the ground boeuf and manipulate the Sir Tim Rice . I care to sauté the cabbage a trivial bite , too . Then , mix everything in a casserole dish , season to taste , and broil for about 20 minutes at 350ºF. … I make batch meal all the time , which are belike my favorite , make me at least six service of process . "
— meaganhibbert1
6.Tomato Noodle Soup
" $ 4 box of red Madagascar pepper tomato soup from Trader Joe ’s and a $ 3 bag of gluten - free volute Elmer Leopold Rice bonce from Walmart , and you may well make at least three or four meals . I usually cook enough at a time for one serving , and it fills me up until the next repast , and I can eat off of one boxwood of soup and a bag of noggin for about a week and a half . I ’m someone with gluten intolerance , and gluten - free foods have catch ridiculously expensive , but this be less than $ 10 and lasts me for a while , so I by all odds advocate it . "
— hamhamham4545
7.Homemade Hamburger Helper
8.Tuna Casserole
" A travelling bag of orchis noodles , two cans of cheddar soup , two throne of tuna fish , one can of pea plant , milk , and butter . you’re able to feed in a kinsperson of five with some remnant at the conclusion . "
— gottaluvthemonkey
9.The TikTok Tortilla Wrap Hack
" To utilize leftovers , we typically do this on Thursday night , and anything can go in these : leftover volaille , taco meat , veggie , rice , beans , dejeuner meats , etc . Every tortilla is unequaled and tailor-make to the mortal making it . We have those with Saratoga chip , a side salad , or whatever is handy . "
— thia_m
10.One-Pan Chicken Drumsticks
11.Cowboy Casserole
" Two pounds of ground bomb or any ground meat , browned and motley with two package of wetback seasoning , two cans of Ro - Tel , and two cans of pinto bonce before abbreviate the liquid . While the nitty-gritty intermixture thickens , set two boxes of cornbread in a bowl and set them aside . Once the wet is reduced , pour the meat mixture into a 13x9 smasher , dot four to six snow leopard of shredded cheese , and spread the cornbread mixture over the high mallow . Bake at 375 degrees for around 40 second until a toothpick in the cornbread get out clean . My family loves it , peculiarly my daughter . It also serves as a skilful base for modification . "
— Anonymous , 41
12.Chicken Caesar Wraps
13.Zesty Pineapple Chicken
" shorten Gallus gallus into sting - sized piece and cook in a nonstick pan with equal parts pineapple succus and Italian dressing . We add ail and Allium cepa pulverization , pepper , salt , and cayenne pepper . We serve chicken over white rice or noodles when it is amply cooked . During the summer , we often marinate chicken breast in the same marinade mixture and grill outside on our charcoal grill . It ’s a inexpensive , well-situated , and middling quick dish that our untried kids ( and us adults ) go back for again and again . "
— Anonymous , 33
14.Creamy Chili & Bean Dip
" Cream cheese on the bottom of a Proto-Indo European dish , covered with canned chili and a small bag of fiesta blend tear up cheese . rust with your favorite kind of tortilla chips . This is my go - to when I need a quick , easy repast I can microwave when I do n’t feel like cooking . No , it ’s not ' healthy , ' but no one complains ! "
— Anonymous , 39
15.“SOS Toast”
" Two pounds of cooked flat coat kick mixed with two backside of ointment of mushroom-shaped cloud soup , slap onto a piece of buttered toast . A simple and weft meal for a family unit of five . Even now , in my 30s , I still hunger it from time to time . "
16.Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
17.Kielbasa and Sauerkraut
" contract up two links of kielbasa . One jounce sauerkraut . One can of stew tomatoes . Heat to boil . Cook for about 20 minutes . While it ’s preparation , heat up some baked potato in the microwave . Super easy and delicious ! "
— Anonymous , 40
18.Added-Value Cheese Ravioli
" Buy Dollar Store frozen ricotta cheese ravioli ( two suitcase for $ 2.50 ) and a jar of any brand of marinara . Boil those up and contribute some broccoli , green beans , or collards on the side . Dinner for four , and it ’s all around seven dollars ! "
— Anonymous , 27
19.Chicken Pot Pie
20.Walking Tacos
" Put taco meat in an individual Doritos bag with a piddling sliced cheese and loot , if you ’re feeling goodish . Top it with sour ointment and utilize a fork to eat it . Zero cleanup and super fast . Everyone loves them , adults and shaver , and it only takes about 20 minutes to cast aside them together . "
— Anonymous , 47
21.Pasta Carbonara
" All you postulate is alimentary paste , egg , Parmesan , and guanciale — or regular bacon . You corrupt the meat and cheeseflower as engine block and do n’t need much meat for each to cook up . The cheese and meat keep well in the electric refrigerator for ages , meaning you’re able to make it again and again . The positive side is the longest part of the preparation is waiting for thepasta to be cooked ! "
— Anonymous , 30
22.Arroz con Pollo
23.Pizza Lasagna
" Rotini noodles cooked al dente , hamburger and diced onion cooked , and pasta sauce . Mix that all together . Then , in a casserole dish , put a level of that down , top with pepperoni and lots of cheeseflower . Repeat the stratum with pepperoni and cheese and broil that goodness until the top becomes favourable brownness . "
— Anonymous , 35
24.Spaghetti with Texas Toast
25.Tagine
" Get footing chicken or turkey , pearl couscous , and a quick-frozen veg or tinned chickpeas . Top with slice cherry red tomato , sour pick , hot sauce , and a squeeze of lime . It ’s my ultimateone - pot repast , and there areso many possible variations . "
— Anonymous , 34
26.“Hot Dog Spaghetti”
" A meal that feed my whole house is hot Canis familiaris spaghetti . It ’s made with onion , minced garlic , hotdogs , a large can of shell Lycopersicon esculentum , and a small can of tomato sauce . Sometimes , I add Ro - Tel to it . "
— Anonymous , 51
27.Cheese Enchiladas
28.Vegetarian Black Bean Bowls
29.Protein-Packed Garlicky Hummus Pasta
" A box of high protein or chickpea alimentary paste with a bathing tub of garlic hummus evoke with some pasta piss . Add sautéed mushrooms and spinach or broccoli and enjoy . you’re able to add chicken or vegan sausage for additional protein . "
— Anonymous , 29
