I’m on limited income, and get 0 in food stamps. I’m looking for tasty recipes/meal ideas that could have the following criteria: few ingredients, cheap ingredients, recipes that can go a long way, recipes that freeze well, vegetarian/healthy, easy to make, etc. Please list all ingredients and directions. Thank you.
What low-budget recipes/meal ideas do you have?
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I would buy frozen fries, fresh vegetables, burgers, things that you can get more than 1 use from, pastas, lasagnas and soups……….
1 lb spaghetti
salt
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, sliced
6 small hot red chili peppers (or generous qty of crushed red pepper)
1 tablespoon Italian parsley, chopped
Cook the spaghetti in abundant salt water following manufacturer’s instructions, tasting for readiness from time to time.
While the pasta is cooking, pour the olive oil in a skillet and add the garlic and red pepper. Turn the heat to medium.
Sauté the garlic briefly, but turn heat off before the garlic could begin coloring.
When pasta is al dente (firm but not too soft or overcooked), drain and transfer to a bowl.
Top with the oil-garlic mixture.
Spread the chopped parsley on top (if desired). Toss thoroughly and serve at once.