#budget-cooking

#budget-cooking

If you've ever melted shredded cheese directly onto tortilla chips or thrown a hot dog into a slice of bread, no toppings, congratulations - you've eaten a struggle meal. Thanks to this here economy, struggle meals are trending on Tik Tok, from people joking about going back to eating nothing but Hamburger Helper and cinnamon toast, to other creators curating grocery lists for super cheap struggle meals that'll feed an entire family.

If you feel like you need a second job just to pay for your groceries anymore, welcome to the club. We... well, we don't have snacks, they're expensive. No, but we do know how to pinch our pennies and find new recipes for whatever is BOGO at the grocery store this week. If kielbasa is on sale, then you'll appreciate these quick and easy kielbasa recipes for weeknight dinners and yummy lunch leftovers.

Steak tips are cheap pieces of beef that are cut into bite-sized chunks, marinated, and grilled, appealing to locals in New England with their rich flavor.

Dollar Tree's Supreme Tradition chili powder delivers delightful flavor and significant heat, proving to be an instant favorite among affordable spice options.

"At Ruth's Chris, we start by selecting only the freshest, highest-quality steaks. Look for a vibrant cherry-red color and plenty of marbling, which means more flavor once it's cooked."

"If this is your first time being poor, I'm Kiki, and I'm trying to make it affordable to eat by using depression, recession and wartime recipes."