Beth Moncel

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Best Recipes of 2021

Here are my picks for the best recipes of 2021. Don't miss out on the delicious, easy, and budget-friendly recipes!

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Easy Buffalo Sauce

This incredibly easy buffalo sauce only takes a few minutes to make and is perfect for dipping or drizzling all over your favorite foods.

Baked Chicken Wings

$10.35 recipe / $3.45 serving

These delicious and crispy baked chicken wings are easy enough for even inexperienced cooks, and are the perfect snack for game day.

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Easy Baked Brie with Apples

$4.52 recipe / $0.75 serving

Baked Brie is an easy appetizer that is deliciously decadent and perfect for a holiday party or a special night in at home.

Glazed Ham Steaks

$6.31 recipe / $1.55 serving

Glazed ham steaks are a quick and easy dinner idea that only takes a few ingredients and about 15 minutes to prepare.

Roasted Delicata Squash

Roasted Delicata squash is surprisingly sweet and rich, and is almost effortless to prepare, making the perfect fall or winter side dish.

Baked Barley with Mushrooms

$3.05 recipe / $0.76 serving

Baked Barley with Mushrooms is a hearty side dish perfect for chilly fall and winter nights and pairs perfectly with roasted meat or stew.

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Homemade Hot Chocolate

$3.96 recipe / $0.99 serving

This homemade hot chocolate is extra rich and delicious, has two types of chocolate, and you can add other flavor add-ins for fun!

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Spiced Lentils with Carrots

$4.19 recipe / $1.04 serving

These warm, sweet, and savory spiced lentils hold up well as leftovers and make the perfect cozy vegetarian meal prep.

One Pot Veggie Rice Bowl

$1.29 each

This simple veggie rice bowl can be made with just one pot and a hot plate, or a rice cooker. It's a simple meal when resources are limited! BudgetBytes.com

Chocolate Molasses Cookies

$6.50 recipe / $0.27 each

These unique molasses cookies are sweet, chewy, full of warm spices, and big chunks of melty chocolate inside.

Thanksgiving Leftovers Tortilla Wrap

Try something new with your traditional Thanksgiving leftover turkey sandwich this year by making into a fun folded tortilla wrap!