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Easy Oven Fajitas
These fajitas are perfect for when you need to feed a crowd (hello, hungry study group?). The meat and vegetables (or just vegetables) bake effortlessly in the oven, then your guests can serve them selves with tortillas and toppings, like sour cream, cilantro, or lime. So easy, SO delicious.
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2013/02/oven-fajitas/
Chunky Lentil & Vegetable Soup
I call this my “back up” soup because it’s great to just make up a big batch and then keep single servings in my freezer for those nights when you are SO tired that you can barely think about food. It’s super nourishing and absolutely packed with flavor. A big bowl of this will feed both your body and soul to help you power through those stressful times.
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2014/01/chunky-lentil-vegetable-soup/
Hearty Black Bean Quesadillas
Quesadillas are the perfect snack (just ask Taco Bell). This spicy vegetarian mix of black beans, corn, onion, and cheese is 100x better than anything you’ll get at the drive through. More flavor, more fiber, more filling, and still extremely easy. Promise.
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2012/02/hearty-black-bean-quesadillas/
Chorizo Sweet Potato Chili
Whether you’re out tailgating or spending the night in with your roommates, a good pot of chili is never a bad idea. This easy version uses Mexican chorizo to add a blast of flavor and a little bit of sweet potato for extra texture, color, and nutrients. Bonus: this freezes well and makes GREAT leftovers!
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2013/12/curried-chickpeas-spinach/
Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta
Dinner is done in under 30 minutes with this one, which is great when you have a ten page paper due the next morning. Don’t drop the big bucks at Macaroni Grill, impress your date (or yourself) with your own fancy pants pasta for fraction of the cost and time.
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2013/07/creamy-tomato-spinach-pasta/
Curried Chickpeas with Spinach
When the autumn nights start to get a chilly bite, warm up with a hot bowl of these hearty curried chickpeas with spinach. Packed with flavor, this vegan dish is delicious and filling enough to finally bring vegetarians and carnivores together over one meal.
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2013/12/curried-chickpeas-spinach/
One Pot Sausage & Mushroom Pasta
Is there anything more comforting than pasta and red sauce? I think not. This one pot version cooks the pasta right in the sauce for fewer dishes and more flavor. I may not ever cook pasta another way.
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2014/04/one-pot-sausage-mushroom-pasta/
Southwest Chicken Skillet
Here’s another one skillet classic. No chopping required, just stir the ingredients together, then let it cook. …and the leftovers are even better. Love it! (Use a store bought rotisserie chicken for fast prep)
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2014/05/southwest-chicken-skillet/
Dragon Noodles
Because, they’re Dragon Noodles. They’re practically famous. Everyone loves them and they take just minutes to prepare. It’s the perfect alternative to take-out and they’re super customizable. Add chicken or vegetables for a more well rounded meal, or leave it sweet and simple for a fast nosh.
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2012/08/spicy-noodles/
Spinach Feta Grilled Cheese
Grilled cheese is the ultimate study/comfort food. Take it up a level with some frozen spinach, a little garlic, red pepper flakes, and feta. You now have a super fancy grilled cheese AND a good dose of vegetables. WIN.
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2013/08/spinach-feta-grilled-cheese/
zotten
How old do I have to be to make these?
hornyninja
All of these are PG13. No but seriously, if you can read the recipe, you can make them.
didoudobby
You just made me realize that there is nothing more comforting than pasta and red sauce.
chatikavaspaus
while all of these look really good, im picky as hell and would eat none of them
Bezaid
You guys gotta stop posting these recipes, you're making me fat.
ChooseCarefully
You should have seen my deli guy's face when I asked for a pound of 'dragon'. He did not have any. I will go back tomorrow.....
oldladyintraining
Not enough meat in any of these recipes.
ErnestWorthing
When you try to favorite and imgur didn't log you out. <3
IAmTheWindBlowingThroughYourHair
Just imgur stuff
WHYDONTIREMEMBERMYPASSWORD
> implying I have 10 dollars
MsMiyako
Do you have enough money for ramen and eggs? http://www.budgetbytes.com/2010/03/quick-ramen-bowl/
Wakborder517
How did you know that I'm currently adding recipes to my Paprika app, OP???
captainsanchez
You know what would've been hilarious? If you'd accidentally used the wrong images.
LordFleaBottom
What happened to poor people eating mac&cheese and hotdogs until they die?
LetsGoGetSomeBarbecueAndGetBusy
Step 1: $10
mintcranberry
This was one of the best food posts I've seen here. I'm a poor student and so tired of figuring out what to cook.
Kaselehlia
FAVORITING FOR FUTURE USE
shootxthexmessenger
Budget Bytes is my favorite recipe site. Because when I make something off of there it looks like I've actually made an effort.
IsItaBird
Can we all agree that chorizo is a godsend
thirteenthcor
It's often made from lymph nodes, so... no.
AskBobLoblaw
The recipe uses the Johnsonville chorizo, surprisingly node free!
AskBobLoblaw
I prefer soy chorizo, even though I'm not a fan of soy bullshit. Seeing the nodes in chorizo grosses me out.
enferno8
+1 for doing the hard part of these recipes, finding them.
whywecanthavenicethings
Do you have anything that won't serve as a colon cleanse for my sensitive Celtic-American stomach?
ImpeachBarackHusseinObama
But are they award-winning?
Lv99pocketmonster
That's the response I was looking for +1
meowman
Everyone knew that comment was coming.
AdorableEvil
Are you the same person as ImpeachBarackObama, or are there two of you now?
ImpeachBarackHusseinObama
We are one.
DarkKnightKirk
9 mcdoubles and a cookie
Challengedimgurian
That works for me I'm single and live alone, eating out is cheaper than buying groceries, I end up throwing it away because it expired
YungDaVinci
Just get a McGangBang.
PapaMurphyspizzaman
And a diet coke... I don't want to get fat.
bane83
McD's is so cheap in the US! In Ireland €10 ($12.50) would get you 3 double cheeseburgers, 1 mini chicken and a coffee.
DehRedP0ndah
Yeah, because we won't eat beef that's been injected with Christ knows what since it was born and raised in a cage. We only want happy moos.
TheFraggler
+1 for happy moos
Wakborder517
Why not 17 cheeseburgers?
SundaysOnthePhonetoMonday
In Los Angeles, McDoubles are $1.29 :(
marximusprime
Yeah, I don't know where he's getting McDoubles for a dollar and no sales tax.
imgursample
20pc McNuggets 5$ with Hot Mustard Sauce, nuff said.
ohmegatron
Have fun with that triple bypass.
Alexthymia
I never understood why people think buying cheap, crappy, shitty food is an acceptable way to save money.
ohmegatron
I blame the culture of consumerism we seem to be embedded in.
ohmegatron
Because it doesn't hurt right now.
Alexthymia
Really? If I eat a lot of takeout, fast food, I just feel gross and tired and headachey all day, as opposed to eating real food.
ohmegatron
GrogMetron
This could be a game changer. Fuck dishes.
etilauqa
i like more variety in my diet...4 McChickens, 4 McDoubles, Large coffee, caramel sundae
BizarreSmell
And a diet coke
cmc8290
swap out the coffee and sundae for some nuggets and I'm there
konsumer
http://static.wixstatic.com/media/1deb41_526cc5b9c17f631cf32c5b20ec66fa43.jpg
hanky2swanky
In California, mcdoubles and mcchickens are no longer a dollar :'(
MrCopulationHat
Yeah in Oregon they are 1.18 now.
PirateFighter
...I miss the cajun mcchicken.
stc02bbb
Sounds like a recipe for an early morning shit or late night diarrhea.
Tyanet
The Chorizo Sweet Potato Chili recipe has the wrong link.
arsenalstan
http://www.budgetbytes.com/2013/10/chorizo-sweet-potato-chili/
FuckTheLemonsAndBail
Thanking you
yeeeahokay
THANK YOU.
azzamatterofact
Thanks again.
Zacharonii
Budget Bytes! I've made all of these, they're great and easy recipes.
NobodyNamedMe
I'm a fan of easy recipes. Not looking for a 5 star meal. I just wanna eat.
TheRedOnesTasteLikeBurning
What a great website!
reallyreallyrelevant
As a bachelor, Budget Bytes taught me how to stock my pantry/fridge (once upon a time). More money for strippers that way.
godzillasgreatleader
A man who knows his priorities. Bravo sir, bravo
mineisanevillaugh
I just discovered this site a few days ago. Found a honey balsamic chicken recipe and I already had all the ingredients. Love this site.
Mycologics
I have made a few of these delicious bastards.
WhenPurpleBecomesBlue
I've made probably half of these, all delicious!
neffstradamus
Just saying the rubric they use to determine meal cost is BS. Show me where I can buy 3 cents worth of basil... come the fuck on.
SciaticNerd
Commenting to return to later
reallyreallyrelevant
She is breaking down the cost. You are using $.03 worth of basil from your $1 bottle. Initially it costs a bit of money to stock your (1/2)
neffstradamus
The recipe called for fresh basil... it was the creamy tomato and basil recipe. You cannot get $.03 of fresh basil anywhere
reallyreallyrelevant
pantry/fridge properly, but then you can easily and cheaply cook dishes for quite a while. That $1 bottle of basil could last for 6 months!
mattjopete
Those fajitas!
thisheretexasdude
*"fajitas" you mean fakeitas
thisheretexasdude
Seriously, born and raised where fajitas started and these look nothing like it. *gag*
theguyinthebackoftheroom
exactly. when are people going to realize that fajitas are a cut of meat, not a way to prepare meats? BTW, I'm from Pharr, TX. #govaqueros
thisheretexasdude
Orale! *Valley hand shake* if only people knew we use the onion to clean the parrilla with. We wrap onion in foil and bake on the carbón.
TheFlyingHellfish
The wife found a similar recipe on Pinterest, it's incredible. We have it almost weekly.
AlluringInsanity
Share please. :)
viptenchou
I need a version of this applicable to Japan. ' - '
Amilitia
Right? fricken tortillas are at least 400 yen!
CyanideSweetToothSuicide
Budget Bytes is my favorite recipe blog! I've tried tons of recipes from her and they have all been delicious!
iampoorandsomeoneshavedmyhugecat
As a vegetarian in college, I absolutely love you, OP
k138907
Check out the blog these came from -- budget bytes. It's my favorite blog to cook from!
flickerdart
Potato croquettes: bribe a car-having friend to take you to the store, buy 20lb sack of potatoes and 20lb sack of onions, eat them forever.
aucuneideedidentifiant
+1 for "bribe a car-having friend to take you to the store"
iampoorandsomeoneshavedmyhugecat
One of my best friends works for a local food distributer and gets free veggies all the time. Also, pro-tip, food from dumpsters is free.
JangoDarkSaber
The fajitas look good don't they. BUT YOU KILL INNOCENT PLANTS SO YOU CAN'T HAVE ANY
thotsandprers
Not every vegetarians are about 'don't kill animals' though.. Just sayin'
thotsandprers
*all
lawrus
THE DOLLAR SIGN COMES BEFORE THE NUMERALS.
cmc8290
That one-pot pasta recipe could be a game changer. Fuck dishes.
drpfenderson
It totally is. BudgetBytes has some great one-pot recipes. Check http://www.budgetbytes.com/2013/05/italian-wonderpot/
DJtwerknado
paul289
One pot, one spoon.
Wesugi
For your interest: I can recommend Stew. In german we call them "Eintopf" which means "one-pot" in english.
AdorableEvil
Which is your favorite?
Wesugi
I dont have one. But Beefstew, Gulasch etc. is always good
wizardboy24
Crockpot meals and using a crockpot liner is the easiest clean up ever. I've never gone back to not using a liner.
Honeyydeww
More recipes please and thank you.
ZebraStripedRose
I have a tiny, half-ass kitchen so one pot recipes are what I'm all about.
bobwehadababyeetsaboy
Two girls, one pot
SnazzyWombat
Sometimes my roommate would rather wait for the pot, and consequently her food, to be cool rather than wash a plate or dish.
UsePNGnotJPEG
Why not just not touch the pot?
CojeCulos69
I never wait for pot... *ahem*
cmc8290
that's a rather aggressive kitchen tactic that i'm not sure i'm ready for yet.
NaturallyDeviant
Is your roomie THAT lazy? Damn, yo!
Seemsfloored
I see very little wrong with that. I often end up having sandwiches on a chopping board or a pizza on it's own box
skyshadow
Chopping board? I just put them on my left arm and carefully walk back to computer while carrying drink in right hand.
Seemsfloored
But where do you place bread, add toppings and chop?
skyshadow
on the countertop, I usually don't use toppings I have to chop because I am too lazy
emmaleen
Buzzfeed is good for recipes http://www.buzzfeed.com/emofly/one-pot-pastas
cmc8290
I like you.
emmaleen
I have my usefulness. Thank you.
brian17411
This may be the first non-sarcastic buzzfeed link that gets upvotes
shootxthexmessenger
Try the Italian Wonderpot from that site. It's so fucking good. And cheap. And easy.
cmc8290
just the name itself sounds goddamn magical
cmc8290
just looked it up. oh mylanta. *heavy breathing* only thing i'd change is maybe some nice pecorino instead of feta
Lyndsay09
It's amazing, it's my go-to recipe!
preaction
All the one-pot pasta recipes I tried that purport to "absorb all the moisture" usually just end up runny and disgusting. Use a second pot..
FlyingTigerRose
Take a look at this site: crockpot365.com
althanan
I love Budget Bytes. As someone who lives on a shoestring budget and loves to cook, I've gotten plenty of recipe inspiration from there.
ohnonotagainsaidthebowlofpetunias
You took the words right out of my mouth!
AdorableEvil
The website isn't working for me. Is it an Imgur Hug type situation?
althanan
Could well be. It's not a high-budget enterprise.
AdorableEvil
Okay, I'll try again in a day or two. Maybe the traffic will have evened out by then.
Lyndsay09
It's an amazing website, have you bought Beth's cookbook?
althanan
No because I am poor :( But it's on the "not-quite-as-poor-any-more" list!
Lyndsay09
Only around $13 on barnesandnoble.com!
althanan
Which is $13 more than I can justify on non-essentials right now. Hazards of doing my dream job is that it doesn't pay for shit.
Lyndsay09
I know that feeling, sometimes the used ones are really cheap. It has some great recipes, but the website is still better of course.
lkm001
This is a HUGE game changer for me as a college student who loves cooking for herself!
ThatRussian
I make all my meals in under 15 minutes from whatever is in the fridge. Perhaps I should get my shit together and share some of my dishes.
UnexpectedLobster
Try making that less than 10 bucks in Norway
starshroom108
My thought by the first picture. :/ On a student budget you certainly cannot be making shrimp fajitas if you are trying to save cash.
AskBobLoblaw
Chicken is much cheaper than shrimp.
mynamewasalreadytaken
One less beer out and your in,balance.
HelloIsItMeYoureLookingForNoOk
With Norwegian salaries we make up for the more expensive food. (I read a study that said we spend the least, by percent of salary, on food)
omdumotervarg
..or in Finland
Rentta
Indeed more like 20e or even more