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easy cheap meals for large families recipes

5 Easy Cheap Meals for Large Families That Actually Fill Them Up


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Simple and budget-friendly meals perfect for feeding large families.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 lb pasta
  • 1 cup shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until soft.
  3. Add ground beef. Cook until browned.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and oregano.
  5. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  7. Mix pasta with the sauce.
  8. Top with shredded cheese before serving.

Notes

  • Use any pasta shape you prefer.
  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
  • Freeze leftovers for quick meals later.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: easy cheap meals, large family recipes, budget-friendly dinners