Description
A collection of delicious and budget-friendly dinner recipes that can feed a family of four for under $10.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can black beans
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups rice
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 4 tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened.
- Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Meanwhile, cook the rice according to package instructions.
- In a separate pot, steam or sauté the mixed vegetables.
- Serve the beef mixture over rice, topped with mixed vegetables and cheese.
- For a fun twist, wrap the mixture in tortillas and enjoy as burritos.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use any leftover vegetables you have on hand.
- This meal can be easily doubled for larger families or leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg