Meals on a Budget: $10 or Less

Each month we will feature a new recipe you can make for your family for less than $10. Check out this month's featured recipe, and then come back each month to see the latest in our budget-friendly series.

This Month's Featured Recipe

Mandarin Chicken Stir-Fry

Sweeten up dinner with this stir-fry meal that takes only 15 minutes, and is under $10!

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Beefy-Bean Sloppy Joes and Coleslaw

Tweak your traditional sloppy joes with this family-pleasing sandwich that is a snap to make. Get Recipe

Sweet and Tangy Meatball Subs

Tasty meatball subs are topped with a delicious glaze and go from pantry to plate in 25 minutes. Get Recipe

South-of-the-Border Mac and Cheese

Kick up the flavor a notch with this spicy, budget-friendly mac and cheese meal. Get Recipe

Italian Pasta Skillet

The flavors of Italy come alive in this quick-to-prepare Italian dish that's sure to please. Get Recipe

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Southwest Spicy Meatloaf with Fiesta Rice

Nothing says comfort food like meatloaf, but now you can kick your meatloaf up a notch with RO*TEL® tomatoes. Get Recipe

Chicken Tortilla Bake

A creamy chicken and cheese casserole that's a snap to prepare on game day. Get Recipe

Slow-Cooked Pot Roast

Prepare this dish in the morning and let it cook all day, while you tend to all of your holiday-related activities. Get Recipe

Mexicali Turkey Wraps

Use leftover Thanksgiving turkey in these convenient, low-cost wraps that also feature queso fresco cheese, black beans, and corn. Get Recipe

Skillet Chicken with Noodles

Savory chicken with chunks of tomatoes, sweet onions, and tender egg noodles—all for less than $10. Get Recipe

Savory Skillet Lasagna

Forget hours of prep and cooking time and lots of pricey ingredients—enjoy lasagna in a half-hour, and for less than $10. Get Recipe

Upside-Down Cheeseburger 'Pizza'

Combine the flavors of two family favorites—cheeseburgers and pizza—in one budget-friendly dish. Get Recipe

Berry Pudding Trifle

This creamy, dreamy pudding delight is both easy and elegant—it takes just 30 minutes to prepare. Get Recipe

Grilled Chinese Chicken Salad

East meets West in this grilled salad with a distinctive Asian flavor. Get Recipe

Shredded Beef Sandwiches

This meal isn't just budget-conscious; it's time-conscious, too. Spend only 10 minutes prepping the food, then leave the rest of the work to the slow cooker. Get Recipe

Zucchini Frittata with Tomato-Onion Sauce

This tasty brunch option is kind to your pocketbook—and your waistline! Get Recipe

Mandarin Chicken Stir-Fry

Featuring a blend of stir-fry vegetables, chicken, and mandarin oranges, this dish is inexpensive and easy to prepare—it's ready in just 15 minutes! Get Recipe