Cooking a delicious meal for your family shouldn’t break the bank. Here are 15 satisfying recipes you can whip up for everyone for under $15 (assuming you already have basic pantry staples like salt, pepper and olive oil). So you can save for more important things…like wine.
15 Meals Under $15 That Will Feed the Whole Family
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Published Nov 1, 2016
1. Cacio E Pepe Pasta
Spaghetti ($1.59) + grated Pecorino Romano ($4) = $5.59
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2. Lemon Quinoa And Egg Bowls With Veggies
Quinoa ($3.19) + red bell pepper ($1.50) + eggs ($1.39) + frozen sugar snap peas ($2) + carrots ($1.19) + lemon ($1) + Sriracha ($4) = $14.27
3. Spicy Spinach Quesadillas
Tortillas ($3) + frozen spinach ($2) + Monterey Jack cheese ($4.29) + salsa ($3.49) = $12.78
4. One-pan Eggs With Asparagus And Tomatoes
Asparagus ($8) + eggs ($1.39) + cherry tomatoes ($3) = $12.39
5. Stove-top Mac And Cheese
Orecchiette ($2.19) + cream cheese ($3.49) + cheddar cheese ($3) + whole milk ($4) = $12.68
6. Black Bean And Corn Salad Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Yams ($3) + black beans ($1.39) + canned corn ($1.49) + lime ($1) + cilantro ($1.09) + scallions ($2) + Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce ($2.29) = $12.26
7. Roasted Drumsticks With Tomatoes
Chicken drumsticks ($6) + red onion ($1.49) + grape tomatoes ($3) + garlic ($1) + paprika ($2.24) = $13.73
8. Spaghetti With Avocado Sauce
Spaghetti ($1.59) + avocados ($5) + lemon ($1) + garlic ($1) + scallions ($1.99) = $10.58
9. Eggplant Pizza
Eggplant ($2.49) + marinara sauce ($3.59) + cherry tomatoes ($3) + mozzarella cheese ($4.29) + basil ($1.09) = $14.46
10. Broccoli Cheese Soup
Frozen broccoli ($2.69) + chicken stock ($3.89) + onion ($1) + sharp cheddar cheese ($5) + 1 can evaporated milk ($2) = $14.58
11. Eggs Baked In Tomatoes
Tomatoes ($5.98) + eggs ($1.39) + grated Parmesan ($4) + 1 quart milk ($1.49) + rosemary ($1.09) = $13.95
12. Smoked Sausage And Rice Skillet
Smoked sausage ($3) + frozen broccoli ($2.69) + brown rice ($2) + cheddar cheese ($3) = $10.69
13. Zoodles With Tomato Sauce And Mozzarella
Zucchini ($3.61) + marinara sauce ($3.59) + mozzarella ($4.29) + garlic ($1) + basil ($1.09) = $13.58
14. Kale Caesar Pasta Salad
Farfalle pasta ($1.59) + kale ($3.49) + Caesar dressing ($3.69) + grated Parmesan ($4) = $12.77
15. Avocado Toast With Fried Egg
Eggs ($1.39) + avocados ($5.39) + 12-grain bread ($4.49) + lemon ($1) = $12.27
