Bringing a meal doesn’t have to take a ton of time or stretch your budget. You can keep it really simple with a few affordable ingredients, or even grabbing a store-bought meal works, too.
Here are a few easy, affordable recipes to keep in your back pocket for the next time you want to show up for someone and keep things budget-friendly!
~Nadia
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This Broccoli Chicken Rice Casserole is one of my favorites! It comes together quickly, and most of the ingredients are things you probably already have on hand, making it an affordable and easy meal to put together and take to someone.
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Cookies are always a favorite and such a simple way to make a meal drop-off feel a little more special!
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Maybe you don’t have time to cook a full meal and that’s okay! Dropping off something store bought is just as thoughtful. My go to is usually a pizza, but I recently saw that Texas Roadhouse has family packs starting around $30 that feed 3 to 4 people. It comes with an entrée, salad, two shareable sides, and their delicious rolls (my favorite), so not a bad option at all.
What’s your go to meal to grab when you’re bringing dinner to someone that’s store bought?
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This Charred Corn Salad is a must-try! It’s easy to make, budget-friendly, and vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free. It makes a great side dish to pair with grilled meats or tacos. Perfect for including with a meal!
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My family has been on an orange chicken kick lately, and this recipe is such a good one. It’s super affordable, comes together in about 30 minutes, and is always a hit. You can also freeze the chicken and sauce for up to 3 months, which makes it a great option to prep ahead or turn into a freezer meal, too!
