Meals for Less

Cooking on a budget doesn't have to mean bland or boring meals. Save money and keep your taste buds (and wallet) happy with our budget-friendly entrees. Each serving of these healthful meals costs less than $4 -- and most less than $3 or $2! (Prices used are from grocery stores in Des Moines, Iowa.)

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Hearty Chicken and Bean Casserole

Cooking your own dried beans rather than using canned saves you money and loads of sodium. Cook a large batch and refrigerate or freeze leftovers for another use so you only have to invest time once.

Super-cheap price: $1.73/serving

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Meals for Less

Cooking on a budget doesn't have to mean bland or boring meals. Save money and keep your taste buds (and wallet) happy with our budget-friendly entrees. Each serving of these healthful meals costs less than $4 -- and most less than $3 or $2! (Prices used are from grocery stores in Des Moines, Iowa.)

Hearty Chicken and Bean Casserole

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