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cheap dinner ideas for family

Cheap Dinner Ideas for Family: 5 Hearty Meals to Try


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Simple and affordable dinner recipes for the whole family.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes and kidney beans.
  4. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Serve hot with rice or bread.

Notes

  • This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
  • Add more vegetables for extra nutrition.
  • Adjust spices according to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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