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Who says we can’t have chips for breakfast? This Sausage Breakfast Casserole is cheesy, flavorful, filling, and perfect for a crowd! ☀️ Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #sausagebreakfastcasserole #breakfastcasserole #breakfastideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/sausage-breakfast-casserole/
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There’s nothing like a big pot of Bolognese to get the whole family excited for dinner! This one is so perfect for freezer prep, too! 🍝 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #bolognese #pastasauce #dinnerideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/bolognese/
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I go through periods where I’m fully obsessed with this Spinach Pie. It’s high-protein, full of flavor, and works for any meal of the day. Yes, please! 🍃 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #spinachpie #spanakopita #breakfastideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/spinach-pie/
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The weather might be warming up, but I’m not ready to say goodbye to Slow Cooker Chicken Chili just yet! 🔥 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #whitechili #chickenchili #slowcookerrecipes https://www.budgetbytes.com/slow-cooker-white-chicken-chili/
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Who else has a ton of leftover ham today? 🙋‍♀️ The first way I’m repurposing it is in this luscious Ham and Potato Casserole! 😍 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #hamrecipes #leftovers #hamandpotatocasserole https://www.budgetbytes.com/ham-and-potato-casserole/
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✨NEW✨ I bet we could all go for a Strawberry Mango Smoothie after all the chocolate bunnies yesterday! Whenever you’re looking for a quick boost of nutrients, a fruity smoothie is the way to go! 🍓🥭Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe m 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #strawberrymangosmoothie #smoothierecipes #smoothies https://www.budgetbytes.com/strawberry-mango-smoothie/
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Happy Easter from your family at Budget Bytes! Let us know if you celebrated with any of our recipes, and get the recipe for our favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies at the link in our bio! 🐰🍪 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #easter2025 #chocolatechipcookies #easterdessert https://www.budgetbytes.com/chocolate-chip-cookies/
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Cutting it down to the wire? If you’re still looking for a budget-friendly Easter recipe to bring tomorrow, I’m sure there’s something here you can make that you probably already have the ingredients for! 🥕Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #easterrecipes #easterdinner #dinnerideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/budget-friendly-easter-recipes/
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✨NEW✨ Why fuss with sugar cookies when you can make Sugar Cookie Bars!! These sweet treats are perfect for celebrating and can be easily customized with festive sprinkles for any holiday or occasion! 💕 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #sugarcookiebars #baking #dessertrecipe https://www.budgetbytes.com/sugar-cookie-bars/
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✨NEW✨ If you don’t like your desserts too rich and sweet, you’re going to LOVE this perfectly balanced Cornbread Cake with Honey Buttercream! Pair with a nice cup of tea and experience pure bliss! 🍯 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #cornbreadcake #cakerecipe #bakingideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/cornbread-cake-with-honey-buttercream/
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These Lemon Blueberry Scones are like a burst of springtime in every bite! Whether you want to impress at brunch or just treat yourself, these are PERFECT. 🍋🫐 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #lemonblueberry #homemadescones #easterbrunch #weekendbaking https://www.budgetbytes.com/lemon-blueberry-scones/
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Sometimes we use the word salad in a very loose sense… e.g. Jello Salad. It’s creamy, it’s fruity, and it needs to be on your dessert plate asap.🍓 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #jellosalad #dessertideas #strawberrydessert https://www.budgetbytes.com/jello-salad/
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Sometimes when you’re shooting desserts all day in the studio, you have to pause for some dinosaur time… for balance. Have you tried this viral trend of shoving a handful of greens in your mouth as opposed to cooking with them? We think we’ll stick to our Strawberry Spinach Salad! 🦕🥬 #dinosaurtime #balance #cookingtips #foodblogger #recipes #greensmoothie
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These Glazed Carrots are a cheap weeknight staple all year long, but when that bunny comes hopping into town, they also make a great dish to serve to guests! 🥕 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #glazedcarrots #eastersides #sidedish https://www.budgetbytes.com/glazed-carrots/
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✨NEW✨ It’s not every day we do a layer cake on the blog, so you know this Coconut Cake has to be special! It has a super moist crumb and it’s full of sweet coconut flavor that will be a huge hit for years to come!🥥🍰Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #coconutcake #dessertrecipe #cakerecipe https://www.budgetbytes.com/coconut-cake/
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Nothing will make you feel more like Ina or Martha than hosting a brunch with a classic Quiche Lorraine as your main dish! 🥚🧀 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #quichelorraine #weekendbrunch #easterbrunch #quicherecipe https://www.budgetbytes.com/easy-quiche-lorraine/
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If your stove and oven stay at max capacity during holidays, it’s time to turn to Air Fryer Asparagus! This simple side could not be easier and is the perfect spring veggie! 😍 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #airfryerrecipe #asparagusrecipes #sidedish https://www.budgetbytes.com/air-fryer-asparagus/
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Hosting brunch this weekend? A basket of Carrot Cake Muffins to go with coffee is definitely Easter Bunny-approved! 🥕🐇 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #carrotcakemuffins #carrotcake #easterbrunch https://www.budgetbytes.com/carrot-cake-muffins/
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Cucumber Sandwiches are the best part of the warmer months! If you have a shower, potluck, or tea party coming up, you HAVE to make these! 🥒🫖 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #cucumbersandwiches #springrecipes #teasandwiches https://www.budgetbytes.com/cucumber-sandwiches/
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✨NEW✨ Not everyone has a big family to celebrate holidays with, and for those people, we made this comforting Sheet Pan Easter Dinner! Throw in your favorite dessert and you’ll be as happy as a spring bunny! 🐰Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #sheetpandinner #easterdinner #dinnerideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/sheet-pan-easter-dinner/
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Did your family stick you with dessert this year? Surprise them with a homemade Strawberry Sheet Cake instead of the usual store-bought treat! 🍓 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #strawberrycake #sheetcake #easterdessert https://www.budgetbytes.com/strawberry-sheet-cake/
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Sometimes, simplicity is key when planning a dessert! Instead of going for the most elaborate recipe you can find, opt for an easy Strawberry Shortcake with Homemade Biscuits! 🍓 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #strawberryshortcake ##biscuits #dessertrecipe https://www.budgetbytes.com/strawberry-shortcake/
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You’ve gotta make Hard Boiled Eggs before you can make deviled eggs! Not to brag, but we think our method is foolproof! 🥚Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #hardboiledeggs #deviledeggs #easterrecipes #healthysnacks https://www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-make-hard-boiled-eggs/
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You know it, you love it, it’s Zuppa Toscana! Since soup season is almost at a close, you have to make this one this week! 🍲 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #dinnerideas #zuppatoscana #souprecipe https://www.budgetbytes.com/zuppa-toscana/
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Has the fact that Easter is next week snuck up on anyone else? 🙋‍♀️ Time to get to the store so you can make your Baked Ham! 🛒 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #bakedham #easterrecipes #easterham https://www.budgetbytes.com/baked-ham/
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✨NEW✨ Hooray for skillet meals! This Ground Turkey Zucchini Skillet is sooooo good for meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner in a pinch. Serve with rice or noodles to round out this easy dish! 🍽️ Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #groundturkey #skilletrecipes #dinnerideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/ground-turkey-zucchini-skillet/
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Gearing up for a weekend of meal prep? You can’t go wrong with adding Freezer Breakfast Burritos to the plan! 🌯 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #breakfastburritos #freezermeals #breakfastideas #mealprep https://www.budgetbytes.com/freezer-breakfast-burritos/
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If you’re running out of Lent ideas, you can’t go wrong with classic Homemade Fish Sticks! Ours are made with Tilapia to keep them extra affordable! 🐟 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #homemadefishsticks #lentrecipes #fishrecipes https://www.budgetbytes.com/tilapia-fish-sticks/
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If you ask me, Deviled Eggs are the most important part of an Easter feast! And hey, at least they’re still cheaper than a ham! 🐣 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #deviledeggs #easterrecipes #eastereggs https://www.budgetbytes.com/deviled-eggs/
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Getting tired of your go-to chicken preparation? Time to switch it up with 20 Minute Honey Mustard Chicken! It goes with so many sides and you probably have everything you need already! 👏 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #chickenrecipes #honeymustardchicken #dinnerideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/20-minute-honey-mustard-chicken/
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✨NEW✨We love coming home to a slow cooker recipe, but but how about waking up to one?! These Slow Cooker Steel Cut Oats are packed with nutrients, family-friendly, and great for meal prep! If you think regular steel cut oats take too long, this hands-off version is perfect for you! ☀️Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #slowcookerrecipes #steelcutoats #breakfastideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/slow-cooker-steel-cut-oatmeal/
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✨NEW✨ Salmon? Budget-friendly? Totally! When you find value packs on sale, they can be a great affordable seafood option! Use them in this easy One Pan Salmon Dinner for a nutritious meal with easy clean-up! 🙌 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #onepanmeal #salmondinner #sheetpandinner https://www.budgetbytes.com/one-pan-salmon-dinner/
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We’re pretty much always in our cottage cheese era, but how could you not be when it’s so versatile and the bowls are so good?! 😍 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #cottagecheese #cottagecheeserecipes #breakfastideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/cottage-cheese-breakfast-bowls-6-ways/
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Did someone say, meatless Monday? These Black Bean Avocado Enchiladas will leave you positive you can be meat-free full time! 🥑 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #meatlessmonday #vegetarianenchiladas #vegetarianmeals https://www.budgetbytes.com/black-bean-avocado-enchiladas/
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Everyone needs a good base, simple, Easy Egg Salad recipe in their life! When I can, I like to add fresh dill and hit of hot sauce to up the ante! 🥚🍞 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #eggsalad #lunchideas #saladrecipe https://www.budgetbytes.com/easy-egg-salad/
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Since we first introduced them, Jennie and Melissa have been getting their feet wet and hard at work in the Budget Bytes studio! There’s always time to break for a fun ice breaker question though!😜🍦 #budgetbytes #foodblogging #recipedeveloper #budgetrecipes
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✨NEW✨We all know cottage cheese is the MVP, and it really earns that title with this Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie! You’ll have to double check your watch to see if it’s really breakfast time or dessert! 🍓☀️Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #smoothierecipes #strawberrycheesecake #breakfastidea #healthysnack https://www.budgetbytes.com/strawberry-cheesecake-smoothie/
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If you make one thing before the work week starts again, let it be a stack of good ol’ Homemade Pancakes! 🥞Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #homemadepancakes #breakfastideas #brunch https://www.budgetbytes.com/homemade-pancakes/
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Dreary days call for a cozy bowl of French Onion Soup! Before you even think about ordering some, you can make a whole batch for the price of a bowl from a restaurant! 🧅 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #frenchonionsoup #souprecipe #dinnerideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/french-onion-soup/
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It’s comfort food o’clock over here! This One Pot American Goulash features the richest, most yummiest red sauce ever, thanks to a splash of red wine and a handful of pantry staples! 🤤Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #goulash #americangoulash #dinnerideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/goulash/
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I’ve been counting down the seconds until I can continue my obsession over this Creamy Cucumber Salad and the time has finally come! 🥒Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #cucumbersalad #creamycucumbersalad #saladrecipe https://www.budgetbytes.com/creamy-cucumber-salad/
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✨NEW✨ If you hear ‘fish’ and think 💸… think again! This Budget-Friendly Fish Soup is SO affordable, filling, and majorly delicious! Whether you’re participating in Lent or not, you’ve gotta try it! 🐟🍲Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #fishsoup #fishrecipes #lentrecipes https://www.budgetbytes.com/budget-friendly-fish-soup/
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This Hearty Meatball Soup is packed with tender, Italian-style turkey meatballs and veggies for an easy one-pot dinner the whole fam will love! 😍 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #meatballsoup #dinnerideas #meatballs https://www.budgetbytes.com/hearty-meatball-soup/
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Broccoli salad meets chicken salad in this lunchtime favorite! Why pick when you can have both - with pesto, too!? 🥦🍗 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #pestochickensalad #broccolisalad #lunchideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/pesto-chicken-and-broccoli-salad/
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✨NEW✨ Did you know that Traditional Fettuccine Alfredo doesn’t contain heavy cream? 🤯 Our take on the Italian classic uses easy-to-find ingredients and is so simple to make! 🧑‍🍳 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #homemadealfredo #fettuccinealfredo #pastarecipe https://www.budgetbytes.com/homemade-alfredo-sauce/
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Anyone else locked in on basketball games this weekend? If you’re watching at home, you need some Baked Chicken Wings to keep you company! 🍗 Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #chickenwings #bakedchicken #chickenrecipes https://www.budgetbytes.com/baked-chicken-wings/
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✨NEW✨You better watch who you serve this Marry Me Chicken to! That sun-dried tomato sauce is so creamy, savory, and rich, you may get a proposal whether you like it or not! 💍Tap the link in our profile to go get the recipe 👉 @budgetbytes #budgetbytes #marrymechicken #chickenrecipe #dinnerideas https://www.budgetbytes.com/marry-me-chicken/
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I woke up on this perfect April morning craving one thing: BLACK BEAN MILK. It’s my favorite chocolate milk substitute—packed with protein and easy on my wallet. Enjoy! 🫘🥛 #budgetbytes #aprilfools #dairyfreemilk #blackbeanrecipes
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