Dinner on a Dime

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Grilled White Clam Pizzas

Prebaked crusts and canned clams get these New Haven–style pizzas to the table in just 10 minutes.

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Creamy Rotini with Sausage and Kale

Kale and mushroom soup bring earthy flavor to this comforting pasta dinner that hits the table in just 30 minutes.

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French Onion Chicken(with video)

This easy yet elegant chicken dinner takes its inspiration from the best parts of French onion soup—sweet caramelized onions and gooey Swiss cheese.

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Instant Pot Greek-Style Meatballs with Feta

Let your Instant Pot do the heavy lifting in this 30-minute spin on meatballs studded with tangy feta.

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Pasta with Chickpeas

Protein-packed chickpeas and sweet tomatoes cling to pasta shells in this satisfying 20-minute vegetarian dinner.

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Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs over Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

Roasting Brussels sprouts at a high temperature makes them crispy and sweet in this easy 6-ingredient one-pan dinner.

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Air-Fried Crispy Chicken Cutlets

Panko bread crumbs and an air fryer deliver crunchy, juicy chicken breasts for an easy crowd-pleasing dinner. Serve these cutlets with salad, pasta, or as a hearty sandwich.

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Broccoli Soup with Croutons

This budget-friendly, vegan recipe includes homemade croutons that add major crunch to puréed soup. Enjoy this for lunch or as a light dinner.

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Noodles with Vegetarian Crumbles and Peppers

Whole wheat linguine and vegetarian crumbles put a nutritious spin on an Asian noodle stir-fry.

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Air-Fried Chicken Drumsticks with Mashed Peas

Sweet frozen peas and riced cauliflower are shortcuts to a simple side that pairs perfectly with crispy air-fried chicken in this affordable family-friendly dinner.

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Cold Ramen Noodle Salad

Protein-packed edamame and a simple homemade peanut dressing transform plain ramen noodles into a superfast vegetarian dinner.

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Penne with Kale and Anchovies

Frozen kale and anchovies are great to keep on hand for whipping up easy, fast, and affordable pasta dinners.

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Pineapple and Bacon Fried Rice

With a little help from the freezer, this better-than-takeout fried rice is a breeze to whip up. Bacon provides a hint of smoky flavor while pineapple brings a tangy sweetness.

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Sweet Potato Frittata with Peppers and Onions(with video)

Frozen sweet potato fries are the surprise ingredient in this 30-minute frittata that works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Tomato and Chickpea Soup

With a combination of frozen foods and pantry ingredients, this affordable vegetarian dinner is as easy as it is delicious.

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Creamy Corn and Bacon Chowder

This filling soup makes the most of frozen corn and russet potatoes for a cheap but crowd-pleasing dinner.

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Instant Pot® Chicken and Artichoke Rigatoni

Pantry ingredients like canned artichokes and rigatoni turn into an affordable and easy weeknight Instant Pot® pasta dinner.

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Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Roasted Carrots

This family-friendly meal of spice-rubbed pork chops and caramelized carrots is both affordable and nutritious.