Collard Greens with Black-Eyed Peas and Tomatoes

Collard Greens with Black-Eyed Peas and Tomatoes (Col Rizada con Frijoles Blancos y Tomates) This dish is delicious and packed with nutrients. Add hot sauce or chilis to spice it up! Average Cost: $1.72 Prep Time: 30 minutes Servings: 8 Recipe Source: Cornell.edu Let’s Get Cooking 2012 Ingredients 1 large bunch collard greens, chopped (about […]

Mix and Match Skillet

Mix and Match Skillet This is a great skillet to make use of whatever is on hand. Its versatility makes for a well-balanced meal in a single dish! Average Cost: $1.31 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: ChopChopFamily.org Ingredients 1 cup grain, uncooked 1 ½ cups vegetables, fresh, canned […]

Green and White Bean Salad

Green and White Bean Salad With its tender beans and tangy dressing, this is the perfect side dish for your picnic! Or, stir in a drained can of tuna and make it a main dish. Average Cost: $1.71 Prep Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: cookingmatters.org Ingredients 2 cups fresh green beans, the stem […]

Garden Sloppy Joes

Garden Sloppy Joes This healthy twist on a classic is sure to become a family favorite! Average Cost: $1.15 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Servings: 12 Recipe Source: foodhero.org Ingredients 1 onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped or shredded 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 pound lean ground meat (15% fat turkey, chicken […]

Tex-Mex Skillet

Tex-Mex Skillet To increase heat, leave a few seeds from the jalapeño in the salsa. Or, season with an extra pinch of cayenne pepper. Average Cost: $1.48 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Servings: 8 Recipe Source: cookingmatters.org Ingredients ½ medium head lettuce 1 medium green bell pepper 1 large tomato 1 small […]

Tuna Boats

Tuna Boats For a snack or party food, cut cucumbers into thick slices. Do not remove seeds. Place a dollop of tuna mixture on top. Average Cost: $1.86 Prep Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: cookingmatters.org Ingredients 2 large cucumbers 1 lemon 2 green onions 1 (6-ounce) can low-sodium tuna, packed in water 1 […]

Garbanzo Bonanza Salad

Garbanzo Bonanza Salad Garbanzo beans add just the right sturdy texture to pair with the crunchy and juicy ingredients in this salad. Average Cost: $.84 Prep Time: 20 minutes Chill Time: 1 Hour Servings: 4 Recipe Source: ChopChopFamily.org Ingredients 1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed with cold water 1 small cucumber, diced […]