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Dinner on a Budget

Creole Jambalaya

Planning a Mardi Gras celebration? Our weekly sale from February 28th – March 6th celebrates Creole cuisine and we think you’ll love this jambalaya recipe! It comes from a staff member that grew up in the South and has fond memories of the food and cultural traditions surrounding the holiday. This jambalaya is a bit soupier than some traditional versions of the dish, but this is the way her family always made it so that there was plenty of liquid to sop up with a crusty baguette. 

Thai Red Curry Ramen

A 30-minute ramen recipe? Can it really be true? Thanks to the folks at Joe’s Kitchen in Montpelier, the long-simmered bone broth base for this recipe has already been prepared, so all that remains for you to do is to toss in the protein, veggies, and noodles and you’ve got a rich, flavorful ramen that tastes as though you’ve spent hours hunkered over the stove. You’ll find many of the ingredients featured in our weekly sale from February 21st – 27th, so it’s a great time to give this one a try!

Curry Braised Chicken Thighs

This simple, hearty one-skillet meal is a perfect weeknight recipe and features a handful of ingredients that you’ll find in our weekly sale from February 14th – 20th. Budget-friendly chicken thighs lend themselves well to this braising method and quickly become buttery and fall-off-the-bone tender. Feel free to try other vegetable variations such as cubed sweet potato, carrots, or spinach and serve over plenty of basmati rice to soak up this flavorful sauce.

Chili

Planning a gathering for the big game?  Whether you’re a sports fan or not, we think you’ll love this hearty chili recipe. It’s a simple, one-pot meal that can feed a big crowd and it features a handful of ingredients from the weekly sale display from January 31st – February 6th, so it’s easy on the budget. Using dried beans requires a little more advanced preparation (soaking) and a longer cooking time, but dried beans are much more economical and the longer cook time allows much more flavor to develop.  Cook up an extra large pot and freeze the leftovers for a busier weeknight. You’ll be so glad you did!

Homemade Pizza

Making pizza at home might seem intimidating – especially compared to the relative ease of popping a pre-made frozen pie into the oven, but we think you’ll agree that nothing tastes better than homemade and the process is actually quite simple. PaneBelle’s organic pizza dough is featured in our weekly sale from January 24th – 30th, along with local Maplebrook fresh mozzarella, local Bove’s pizza sauce, and a handful of perfect pizza toppings, so it’s an excellent time to try your hand at homemade pizza! Feel free to get creative with the toppings. This recipe makes 2 thin-crust 12” pizzas. If you prefer a thicker crust, follow the same instructions but create one larger pizza. 

Thai Coconut Soup

The weekly sale from January 10th – 16th celebrates Thai cuisine and we’re excited to share this quick, easy recipe that is guaranteed to take your taste buds on a trip to Thailand! When life gets busy and schedules are tight, it’s handy to throw together simple, healthy, one-pot meals that are so flavorful, they taste as if you spent hours preparing them. This one definitely fits the bill and, since it features so many sale ingredients, it’s great for a tight budget, too!

Butternut Split Pea Soup

This healthy, hearty soup serves up the warm flavors and aromas of autumn that you’re likely craving as the days grow cooler. You’ll find many of the ingredients in our weekly sale from October 11th – 17th, making this a perfect budget-friendly dinner. It’s also vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free, making it a great option for accommodating food allergies. Leftovers freeze well, so make an extra large pot and stash some away!

 

Summer Solstice Rolls

These simple summer solstice rolls make a perfect cool meal on a warm summer night. This recipe is extremely versatile, so feel free to use any fresh, colorful summer veggies you happen to have on hand. Our weekly sale from June 21st – 27th features a handful of the ingredients listed, making this one easy on the budget, too! If you don’t plan to serve the rolls right away, try rolling them in plastic wrap until you’re ready to eat. This will prevent the rolls from becoming soggy or sticking together.

 

 

Red Lentil Soup

Red lentils make a perfect weeknight meal due to the fact that they’re de-husked and split, dramatically reducing their cooking time. Combine them with a few very simple ingredients, and you’ve got a quick, easy, nutritious dinner! They also happen to be featured in our weekly sale from May 10th – 16th, making this recipe a budget-friendly option. You can keep it simple by following the recipe as-is, or consider spicing it up a bit with a teaspoon of your favorite Indian or Italian spices. It’s the perfect guilt-free comfort food!

Szechuan Noodle Bowl

This simple, healthy dish will satisfy your takeout cravings but keep your budget in check! You’ll find most of the ingredients in our weekly sale display from April 12th – 18th.