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Budget Friendly Kitchen

Budget Friendly Kitchen

Sharing budget-friendly, family-approved meals and simple kitchen inspiration for real life

Budget Friendly Kitchen

Budget Friendly Kitchen

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Cheesy Beef Fried Rice

30 mins Beginner
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Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Skillet

35 mins Beginner
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Creamy Angel Chicken Pasta

30 mins Beginner
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Easy Chili with V8 Juice

45 mins Beginner
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Easy Chicken & Dumpling Soup with Biscuits

45 mins Beginner
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Easy Cheesy Baked Spaghetti with Ground Beef

45 mins Beginner
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Easy Mini Baked Chicken Tacos

40 mins Beginner
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Easy Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup

35 mins Beginner
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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken & Rice

45 mins Beginner
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French Onion Meatball & Potato Bake

1 hr 15 mins Beginner
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I'm Taylor Haugen! A mom of two, budget-friendly home cook, and creator of Budget Friendly Kitchen. Most days you’ll find me in the kitchen cooking for my family and sharing realistic meal ideas that don’t break the bank. I’m deeply passionate about helping other families feel confident in the kitchen while staying within their budget. I’m thankful to connect with and support so many people along the way.

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Budget-friendly recipes + Aldi dinner plans to help families save money

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Taylor Budget Friendly Kitchen

7 days ago

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No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake RecipeIngredients* 2 sleeves graham crackers, crushed* 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted* 1 container prepared no-bake cheesecake filling* 1 (3.4 oz) package vanilla instant pudding mix* 1 1/2 cups cold milk* 1 cup pumpkin puree* 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice* 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste* 1 container Cool Whip, thawed* Additional pumpkin pie spice, for toppingInstructions1. Crush graham crackers and mix with melted butter.2. Press firmly into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Freeze for 15 minutes.3. Whisk pudding mix, milk, pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla bean paste until smooth and thickened.4. Spread cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust.5. Spread pumpkin mixture over the cheesecake layer.6. Top evenly with Cool Whip.7. Sprinkle with additional pumpkin pie spice.8. Refrigerate until chilled and set before slicing.9. Enjoy! ...

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1 week ago

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If you still have to run to the grocery store but not sure what you’re making for dinner this week, don’t worry! I planned a weeks worth of dinners from Aldi with overlapping ingredients to cut down on waste and the grocery bill. Check it out here! ...

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1 week ago

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It’s time to start baking fall treats! 🧡🍂 I just made these and my fiancé told me that people would line up to get these 🥹🧡 which goes to show that delicious desserts don’t always need a million ingredients! You probably already have these ingredients waiting in your cupboard waiting to be made into this sweet, fall treat! ...

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1 week ago

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The only chill recipe you need 🧡🧡 celery salt is my favorite ingredient for chili, it just pulls in all the flavors so well! Ingredients:1 lb ground beef1 small yellow onion, diced1 bell pepper, diced3 cloves garlic, minced2 tbsp tomato paste1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed1 (15 oz) can pinto beans or chili beans, drained and rinsed2 tbsp chili powder2 tsp ground cumin1 tsp paprika1 tsp garlic powder½ tsp onion powder1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepper1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce3 cups tomato juice½ tsp celery saltDirections:1. Add ground beef, onion, and bell pepper to a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook for 6–8 minutes until the beef is browned and vegetables begin to soften. Drain excess grease if necessary.2. Add garlic and tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 30 seconds.4. Add tomato juice, celery salt, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, pinto beans, and Worcestershire sauce.5.Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.6. Simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.7. Continue simmering for another 10–15 minutes if you prefer a thicker chili.8. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.9. Enjoy! ...

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1 week ago

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This creamy Italian meatball soup is loaded with meatballs, orzo, and spinach in an easy Parmesan cream broth 🤤 #aldimeals #quickrecipes #easyrecipes #dinnerideas ...

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