Holiday Roasted Butternut Squash

Holiday Roasted Butternut Squash (Calabaza Asada Festiva) This festive and colorful side dish is a great compliment to any holiday meal. Average Cost: $15.81 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: CookingMatters.org Ingredients 2 pounds butternut squash ¼ cup walnuts 2 Tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon dried sage ¼ teaspoon […]
Pumpkin and Bean Soup

Pumpkin and Bean Soup Pumpkin and bean lovers alike will savor this fast and flavorful soup that is packed with fiber. Average Cost: $5.25 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: ChooseMyPlate Ingredients 1 can white beans 1 onion (small, finely chopped) 1 cup water 1 can pumpkin (15 ounce) […]
One-Dish Roasted Potatoes and Apples with Chicken Sausage

One-Dish Roasted Potatoes and Apples with Chicken Sausage A scrumptious and easy one-dish baked meal that’s perfect for chilly fall and winter evenings. Average Cost: $13.27 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 50 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: ChooseMyPlate Ingredients 3 red potatoes or your favorite potato variety (about 1 pound) 1 tablespoon canola oil […]
Macaroni and Cheese with Glazed Veggies

Macaroni and Cheese with Glazed Veggies Try using sharp cheddar cheese to kick up the flavor in this family favorite. Average Cost: $16.99 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: 5 Recipe Source: cdph.ca.gov Ingredients 2 cups uncooked macaroni noodles nonstick cooking spray ½ cup chopped onions, about one medium onion ¾ cup evaporated […]
West African Peanut Soup

West African Peanut Soup (Sopa de Maní de África Occidental) To avoid peanuts or peanut butter, try sunflower seeds or sunflower seed butter. Average Cost: $12.26 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Servings: 8 Recipe Source: foodhero.org Ingredients 2/3 cup onion, diced 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 clove garlic, minced or 1/4 […]
Chicken Vegetable Creole

Chicken Vegetable Creole Serve with brown rice and a salad for a complete meal. To add spice to this dish, try sausage instead of chicken. Average Cost: $10.51 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: Soulful Recipes (ca.gov) Ingredients 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks 1 […]
Hearty Turkey Chili

Hearty Turkey Chili (Chile de Pavo Abundante) Serve with cornbread and salad for a classic satisfying meal. Average Cost: $9.73 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: 12 Recipe Source: USDA Soulful Recipes Ingredients nonstick cooking spray 1 pound lean ground turkey 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 (28-ounce) […]
White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili (Chile De Pollo Blanco) This recipe will be a hit with your family! It has enough spice for flavor, but not so much that it turns off the younger kids. Average Cost: $13.01 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Servings: 8 Recipe Source: foodhero.org Ingredients 1 tablespoon oil 1 pound […]
Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

Butternut Squash and Apple Soup Silky smooth, slightly sweet, and super-easy to make, this soup is a fall favorite. Average Cost: $8.19 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Servings: 2 Recipe Source: ChopChopFamily.org Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, peeled and chopped 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1 celery […]
Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup

Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup (Sopa Sustanciosa de Carne y Verduras) Frozen vegetables, canned tomatoes, and chicken broth make this an easy soup to throw together on a cold work night. Noodles and beef make it extra hearty and comforting. Average Cost: $12.85 Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 40 minutes Servings: 2 Recipe Source: MyPlate […]
Garden Barley Soup

Garden Barley Soup (Sopa De Cebada De La Huerta) Break out the barley to make a comforting vegetable soup on a cold or rainy day. Average Cost: $8.24 Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 80 minutes Servings: 6 Recipe Source: ChooseMyPlate.gov Ingredients 46 fluid ounces tomato juice 1 can beef broth (10.5 ounce) 1 cup […]
Roast Chicken with Oranges

Roast Chicken with Oranges To “chicken out” means to be scared. This easy, hearty meal is nothing to be afraid of. Average Cost: $8.20 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 60 minutes Servings: 4 Recipe Source: ChopChopFamily.org Ingredients 4 chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat 1 red onion, peeled and sliced (about 2 cups) 2 […]