Thai Cucumber Salad
$2.88 recipe / $0.48 servingThis Thai Cucumber Salad is a quick, refreshing side dish with crisp cucumbers, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, green onions, and crunchy peanuts.
Beth Moncel
I’m a food lover, number cruncher, and meticulous budgeter. I love science and art, and the way they come together when I cook. I love to create, problem solve, and learn new things. Making great food is my passion, my purpose, and my favorite thing to share with others.
Quick And Easy Weeknight Dinner Ideas
25 of our favorite quick and easy weeknight dinner ideas for busy weeks that will get dinner on the table fast! Cheap, easy, and delicious!
Homemade Chicken Nuggets
$2.65 recipe / $0.66 servingThese Homemade Chicken Nuggets are crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, easy to make, AND make a delicious meal or snack!
Crustless Quiche
$7.71 recipe / $1.28 servingThis easy, tasty Spinach Mushroom and Feta Crustless Quiche is low on carbs and big on flavor. This veggie-filled breakfast will keep you full and happy.
Creamy Mushroom Soup
$6.30 recipe / $1.58 servingThis deliciously rich and creamy Mushroom soup is quick, easy, and perfect for cold winter nights or to pack in a thermos for an easy lunch!
Slow Cooker Jambalaya
$11.02 recipe / $1.37 servingThis easy Slow Cooker Jambalaya recipe is a Louisiana classic made simple, with all the big flavor and half the effort.
15 Bean Soup
$6.76 recipe / $0.85 servingWith a variety of colors, fresh vegetables, and vibrant herbs and spices make this Vegetarian 15 Bean Soup flavorful, filling, AND incredibly good for you.
Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
$7.17 recipe / $1.79 servingThis Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce is made at home with juicy chicken breast simmered in a creamy peanut sauce with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, lime, and a little heat for an easy weeknight dinner.
Lasagna Roll Ups
$13.12 recipe / $1.64 servingLasagna Roll Ups are a fun take on the classic Italian dish. Perfectly portioned for meal prep, customizable, and freezer-friendly!
Chicken and Rice Casserole
$7.60 recipe / $1.27 servingThis Chicken and Rice Casserole is a comfort food classic, made from scratch with tons of juicy chicken, cheese, vegetables, and rice!
Taco Pasta
$8.64 recipe / $1.44 servingThis Beef Taco Pasta is like a homemade version of hamburger helper with a southwest flavor spin. Hearty, delicious, and comforting!
Homemade Hummus
$2.64 recipe / $0.44 servingYou only need a few simple ingredients to make this easy and affordable homemade hummus! We included four extra hummus flavors to try.