Weeknight Meal Planner: Budget-Friendly Meals

Need convincing to go vegetarian for the night? This meatless Monday meal comes in at only $.80 a serving.

Southern comfort for only $1.38 per serving will keep you on budget and completely satisfied.

Pasta night on a budget doesn't mean noodles and canned sauce. This dish includes Parmesan cheese and Italian sausage for a little over $1.50.

Have an herb garden? This $2 meal gets even cheaper when you use your own fresh-picked rosemary.
Serve with:
Tossed salad

Use tender chicken thighs instead of breasts to save money in soups and stews. Not only does this Cajun-style dinner come in at under $2, but the slow cooker does almost all the work!

Quit that expensive vending machine habit, and bake a batch of cookies that covers your coffee and snack fix at only $.11 a serving.