My Favorite Cheap Eats Just in Time for Tax Day

Hey Reader,

Taxes are due on Wednesday, and I don’t need yet another thing to drain my wallet. Prices keep going up, and it’s getting kind of ridiculous, but that doesn’t mean dinner has to suffer.

There are so many ways to stretch a meal without losing flavor. These are four of my family's favorite meals that taste great without costing an arm and a leg.

Delicious Recipes That Keep Dinner Affordable

When did jarred pasta sauce get so ridiculously expensive? I can still get a pint of cherry tomatoes for under $2, and that's all I need to make this oh-so-enjoyable Pasta with Tomatoes and Ricotta.

​Southwest Tortilla Pie is easy and filling, with ingredients like beans, cheese, and veggies creating a satisfying meal. The prep is easy, making it a go-to for weeknights. Add some salsa on top, and everyone’s calling dibs on seconds.

Finding recipes that use some protein and fill it with lots of other tasty ingredients is always a win. Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl is a perfect example of this - and cabbage is on sale at my grocery store this week for $0.39/pound, so this is definitely on the menu this week.

​Air Fryer Tortilla Pizza turns tortillas into a crispy, cheesy dinner in no time. Top them with whatever you have on hand, and they make a fun dinner for way less than a frozen pizza. Don't have an air fryer? You can make this in the oven, too.

Best of all, each of these recipes takes under half an hour to make, so not only is dinner inexpensive, but it's quick, too!