Under $3 per serving

Gumbo

This easy Gumbo recipe is made with andouille sausage, chicken, the Cajun holy trinity, and a dark roux. It's fail-proof, flavor-packed, and delicious!

Pork and Sauerkraut

$15.09 Recipe / $1.89 Serving

This easy Pork and Sauerkraut is slow-braised with apples and warm spices. A budget-friendly New Year’s classic that’s hands-off and feeds a crowd!

Golden Milk

$4.54 recipe/ $1.51 serving

I love warming up with a mug of this simple Golden Milk—it’s creamy, gently spiced, and incredibly comforting.

Hot honey dip and balsamic dip in white bowls on a white platter with bread and a spoon.

Olive Oil Bread Dips

$3.89 recipe / $0.97 serving

I’m a bread lover through and through, but swirl a crusty slice into a flavorful garlicky dip, and I’m in heaven. There’s just something I find irresistible about fresh bread meeting sweet, tangy, savory sauces—it takes a simple dipping experience to another level. Honestly, I could enjoy warm bread with a deliciously simple olive oil dip at every meal.

Overhead view of homemade meatballs in a skillet with marinara sauce and a spoon.

Easy Homemade Meatballs

$15.68 recipe / $1.96 serving

These easy homemade meatballs are freezer-friendly and versatile. Keep a batch in the freezer for quick weeknight dinners later!

Seafood Lasagna

$15.29 Recipe/ $1.70 Serving

This Seafood Lasagna Recipe mixes shrimp, imitation crab, and cozy layers of noodles with a creamy white sauce. A budget-conscious seafood dish that tastes like a treat!

Overhead view of chicken bowls with tacos in a white bowl.

Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Bowls

$11.17 recipe / $1.86 serving

Chicken Bowls With Tacos are the ultimate "set it and forget it" weeknight meal that the whole family will love.

Holiday Leftovers Wreath

$12.52 recipe / $2.09 serving

Wrap turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and stuffing into buttery crescent rolls to create this festive Holiday Leftovers Wreath.

Texas Chili

$9.14 recipe / $2.29 serving

A bold, budget-friendly Texas Chili recipe made with ground beef, chipotles, and warm spices for rich, smoky flavor without the beans.

Side view of a plate of Cincinnati chili with shredded cheese and diced onions.

Skyline Chili (Cincinnati Chili)

$11.70 recipe / $2.92 serving

Recreate the famous Skyline flavor with this Cincinnati Chili recipe! The spiced beef sauce is simmered, not browned, and served over spaghetti with cheddar and onions.

Overhead view of a baked chicken leg on a plate with green beans and lemon wedges.

Roasted Chicken Legs

$3.46 recipe / $1.15 serving

Slow and low heat is the key to tender and juicy oven roasted chicken legs. This simple recipe makes an easy main dish for any night of the week.

Turkey Sausage and Kale Casserole

$10.84 recipe / $1.81 serving

This Turkey Sausage and Kale Casserole with mushrooms, onions, and mozzarella is creamy and comforting. An easy, family-friendly fall dinner with holiday flavors!