Budget-Friendly Recipes

Birria Tacos

I recently found a beef chuck roast on sale and decided it was the perfect chance to make a budget-friendly Birria recipe. Birria Tacos are crispy, cheesy, and loaded with the MOST flavorful slow-cooked shredded beef, and I wanted to create a version that anyone could make with simple, easy-to-find ingredients. Throw everything into a

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Tofu, Spinach, and Green Pea Curry

I’m sensitive to dairy, which is why this budget-friendly vegan Tofu, Spinach, and Green Pea Curry is one of my go-to recipes. It’s my dairy-free spin on one of my favorite Indian dishes, especially handy when I can’t afford the time or cost of driving to the city for an authentic restaurant experience. The golden

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Fried Apples

Fried apples are a Southern tradition, but they may not be what you think. They’re not breaded, battered, or dunked in a deep fryer. Instead, they’re simmered low and slow in a buttery cinnamon-sugar syrup until tender and glossy. And here’s another Southern twist I love: fried apples aren’t just for dessert! Oh no, they’re

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Crockpot Chicken Tetrazzini – Budget Bytes

This cozy Crockpot Chicken Tetrazzini recipe is made for those lazy days when you want comfort in a bowl without much effort. Just add chicken, veggies, broth, and seasonings to your slow cooker while you go about your day. Then, when the time’s right, break in some pasta (sorry, Nonna, it’s gotta fit), top with

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Chicken Noodle Soup (from scratch)

Pin this recipe for later! All recipes are rigorously tested in our Nashville Test Kitchen to ensure they are easy, affordable, and delicious. When my body is tired and achy, or I’m feeling a bit under the weather, I always throw together this Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup recipe. The aroma that fills my house as

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Apple Butter Pork Chops – Budget Bytes

Okay, I’m calling it. These Apple Butter Pork Chops might just be the recipe you keep on repeat this fall season. Thick-cut pork chops are rubbed with a spiced brown sugar mix, seared until caramelized and juicy, then served with a rich apple butter sauce with onions and collard greens. Not only will the flavors

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Oktoberfest Sheet Pan Brats – Budget Bytes

Two of my greatest loves come together in this cozy new recipe! Oktoberfest flavors meet budget-friendly one-pan dinners in this hearty, colorful, and comforting Oktoberfest Sheet Pan Brats. Cooking bratwurst in the oven is a delicious year-round alternative to grilling, and when you toss in a mix of veggies and sweet apples, the whole pan

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Grilled Sirloin Tenders – Budget Bytes

Whenever my husband requests a steak on grilling nights, I say “No problem!” because I know I can make a killer steak without breaking the bank. The secret? Selecting the right cut of meat. We all know a perfectly marbled ribeye or a strip steak is juicy perfection, but have you checked those prices lately?!

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Simple and Healthy Baked Oatmeal Recipe

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I first heard about Baked Oatmeal. I mean, how different can it be to regular oatmeal? WELL, let me tell you it’s all in the texture, and I promise it’s worth turning on the oven for. Imagine oats baked with milk, yogurt, brown sugar, and egg until they

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Chicken Schnitzel – Budget Bytes

Schnitzel is an iconic dish that seriously deserves a spot on your plate, not just during Oktoberfest, but any time you’re craving comfort food with a crispy twist! This recipe for Chicken Schnitzel is everything I want: golden and crunchy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside, and so flavorful I found myself

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