15 CHEAP $5 Dinners! Quick Low Budget Meals Made EASY!

[@1jmass]

These are great recipes, but I think to really stay close to the $5.00 (or closer to $10.00 these days), you need to do a bit of planning. Decide which meals use some of the same ingredients, so you can use them more efficiently. For example, if a recipe calls for 1/2 cup of heavy cream, find another one that also needs cream so you don’t end up wasting the remainder of the carton. If you have 2 or 3 that call for broccoli, buying the larger bag is usually cheaper. Just a thought.

[@martinmade08]

This is true. An idea with the heavy cream is turn it into butter with your mixer. That’s what I do. Our butter is $6 for 2 cups (or 4 sticks).

[@DMK48906]

Great advice. I only cook this way.

[@wardrobelion]

Larger bags aren’t cheaper anymore in most cases. Whipping cream can also be frozen for later use or made into ice cream or coffee beverage too. It makes a great cheese as well.

[@orangebpumpkin5676]

Where I am larger amounts of Potatoes or cheese are still cheaper. I agree about making a meal plan for the week and then using stuff like eggs potatoes and cheese in multiple recipes to help bringing down the prices. But Food prices do seem to be rising really quickly so it might change.

[@thepickypainter9854]

I did not realize u could freeze the heavy cream and it still be good. I don’t know WHY I didn’t realize it but it just never occurred to me Lolol. I freeze my milk a lot so I don’t have to buy it as often. Lol

[@deemartinez519]

The chopping tool you can get at the Dollar Tree it's a Betty Crocker one & it works fabulous

[@michellem9444]

Tip for your grilled cheese: sprinkle a little garlic powder on the outside of the bread. It tastes like cheesy garlic bread! I learned that tip from a coworker years ago. Delicious! :)

[@johnnycharles2749]

Hi 👋 Michelle how is the weather over there?

[@SixSistersStuff]

Great idea!!

[@michellem9444]

@@johnnycharles2749 HOT!!!! LOL How about you? :)

[@johnnycharles2749]

@@michellem9444 where are you located?

[@cherylgudde580]

This is a great idea that I do everytime I make grilled cheese sammies, yum!! I use other spices to achieve the same yummy such as Lawreys Season Salt, onion and garlic powders, Montreal Steak Seasoning, oregano on the bread and in the tomato soup, gives it an Italian flavor profile, etc...the skys the limit!! I'd suggest experimenting with the seasonings u already have and, have fun!!💖💖💖

[@marysuzyperla6740]

What are the seasonings for the Vegetable Tortellini soup?

[@stephaniesosna8213]

I make my spaghetti with sausage and sauce all together in the instant pot. Only two steps and all done 😊 1.saute the ground turkey Italian sausage 2. Add noodles, seasoning, sauce, bouillon and water. Pressure cook and done. Stir and serve. Recipe from Flo Lim channel.

[@amypletcher4411]

@stephaniesosna do you do 4 minutes?

[@stephaniesosna8213]

@@amypletcher4411 6 minutes, I'd suggest looking at Flo Lims video. She has a spaghetti and meat balls recipe and another one. I adapted my recipe for the turkey sausage. But the seasoning and method are the same. Super easy and quick

[@spragit3834]

Love your recipes! Here in Illinois, some item prices are nearly double 😱

[@SixSistersStuff]

It is the WORST! But, at least the dinners are good!

[@codydoll7655]

Same in Florida. I kept trying to figure out either if this was an old video or if she lived somewhere cheaper.

[@pamelamarsh998]

With inflation these meals are closer to $10 but they are still the cheapest around...thank you❤️

[@JuliaCantley]

I agree. I don't know why her prices are so low compared to my walmart.

[@SixSistersStuff]

Prices vary by where you live. But they are still less expensive meals!

[@SixSistersStuff]

@@JuliaCantley Prices vary greatly by where you live. Just showing that you can make less expensive meals on a budget.

[@lindagray2824]

I haven’t seen 93 cent buns in a year or so! I did see 8 oz sour cream October 2023

[@toyairy7612]

this channel is a life saver. its pulled me out of some bad bad days. thankyou

[@SixSistersStuff]

Aww I'm so glad it's helpful!

[@Jakilyn]

Many of these meals were a lifesaver when I was a single mom of 2 little boys, putting myself through nursing school❤ Omelets, French toast, grilled cheese & sloppy joes. Most often, we'd have Spaghetti with a salad.

[@SixSistersStuff]

And kids love spaghetti!!

[@meaghancarter4904]

But many are healthy too!

[@aura1298]

I swear you raided my kitchen! I've shopped and cooked like this for years. The problem I have now, is that I'm an empty nester now and I have to cook less! 😏

[@SixSistersStuff]

Cheap dinners are the way to go!

[@GenJenandJuice]

Our family REALLY loves the smoked sausage similar to this sausage but the Kroger brand is chicken sausage and it’s so so good!! I’m excited to try it with the sweet potatoes on a sheet pan like this

[@SixSistersStuff]

It's so good!

[@dkortea]

I use the better than bouillon paste in the jars. I like to buy them at Costco much cheaper than at the grocery store.

[@ahnaahna7278]

Yay....for your terrific ideas!!

[@SixSistersStuff]

Thank you! I'm glad you liked them!

[@athomewithpatriciavvieyra6709]

Hi I'm new here, so glad I found you. Can I freeze these recipes...love your videos . Sat here on a sunday and watch all day .😊

[@tooblessedtobestressed9715]

Dollar Tree has a knock-off of that meat chopper. It's my favourite kitchen tool, too!

[@moonwvr7252]

I have the dollar tree meat chopper too.

[@madusonkeeper]

So does dollar general

[@slark3493]

The rice and beans look so good! I’m going to have to try that.

[@SixSistersStuff]

You should!

[@OTseven]

Thanks for the great ideas. These recipes still work .

[@beege4491]

try adding ranch dressing to the eggs before scambling, yummy!

[@SixSistersStuff]

Sounds great!

[@daniellesduckheadhomestead3127]

Love the recipes. Thank you for sharing. The prices on a lot of those items must have been from a few months back. Can’t find stuff for that cheap anymore ;)

[@sharonj7274]

I think it is from awhile back ( she is still preg in these, or some)

[@coffeetime1]

It depends on where you live. Prices differ across the country. For example, the 6 pack of eggs cost $1.78 in Cincinnati Ohio and in Oneida Tennessee, they cost $1.12..

[@kathleenkenyon1583]

@@coffeetime1 Fast forward another 6 months. Here in CA a carton of 12 eggs are 7-8$ each! Who has the nerve to act like a difference of .66 matters? Come on ladies, if you have it made where you live, then don't complain about the prices!!

[@angelachandler8556]

U guys can cook...I love all ur ideas...and looks sodelicious....tks ur friend angie....

[@SixSistersStuff]

Our pleasure!

[@dawnreiss1993]

Another great addition for the taco soup is sometimes in the freezer section they carry a fiesta blend of frozen corn , onions, peppers, and black beans.

[@fourdayhomestead2839]

That mix is very good!

[@ImperfectlyhappytobemeMichelle]

And sour cream and corn tortia and cheese on top and olives. If she can fit in the budget. I am soo hungry now. Lol

[@ImperfectlyhappytobemeMichelle]

I gotta get that fiesta blend. Tfs.

[@marquitalarson8282]

I can’t live without frozen fiesta corn 🌽. I use it in so many recipes. Just ( for me) the right amount of chopped onions and peppers

[@DrBrunoRecipes]

Lovely!

[@royalautoplex6315]

2 tsp of netmeg! wow

[@Jackyfranceso]

Thank you!

[@SixSistersStuff]

You bet!

[@merlacoleman3870]

I lome watchong your video's and how ready they are. . Please do more instant pot recipes without meat and dairy.

[@SixSistersStuff]

Thank you!

[@docink6175]

I would 86 the carrots and add some of that left over salsa to the tortellini and maybe use less water to make it thicker.. sloppy joe = cup of ketchup, dollop of yellow mustard, splash of acv, dried onions and garlic.. you can add brown sugar if you want it sweeter or switch the ketchup for favorite bottled bbq sauce... costs half of manwich...no cheap corn? leave it out and use corn tortillas .. mayo on the grilled cheese instead of butter or save your bacon drippings for no cost and blast of flavor.. I add peppers and onions to the sweet potato bake and serve it in tortillas, its a camp favorite in a foil pouch .. breakfast for dinner is always a good thing, I recently made a pancake in a casserole dish with sausage, the brats didnt want eggs.."Pandemonium Palace, Pops prodigious pancake" talk about ez... the casserole quiche looked really good... my favorite part of a baked potato is the crisp skin, I have microwaved them part way and then put them in the toaster oven.. an air fryer would probably work but I dont have that or an instant pot... the rice and beans is ALMOST enough to make me get an instant pot!! I like a mix of black and cannellini/white beans in a lot of dishes especially with spanish rice and canned chicken or tuna in a burrito.. mini pizzas..86 the special sauce, mix spaghetti sauce and salsa or just add a little sugar and italian seasonings to the spaghetti sauce with a tiny splash of acv... the twice baked potato casserole sounds and looks delicious, maybe the skins dont need to be crunchy for that one.... yes I tend to write a LOT at times... I enjoyed the video and got a couple of good ideas to try at pandemonium palace

[@ellem5887]

You always give us the greatest recipes & ideas to change up what we do!! A quick question (or request 😉) Is there a quick/easy way to get to the video recipes?? 🤔💭💭 I'm old & eyes get tired easy lol. Thanks for everything 🤭🥰🌈🌻🎶🎶

[@mbennett5]

Our tortillas are 4.00 on their own here. 6 package eggs is about 4

[@Gramaron1313]

I love just to watch your recipes they're so cool! And I love to see your pantry door open I would love for you to give us a tour of your pantry it looks like the coolest thing that is awesome idea to put it behind the kitchen if you have room thank you have a great day God's blessings!💋👍🥰

[@SixSistersStuff]

Thank you so much! Maybe one day! Ha ha!

[@gpiesofly]

They have those chop and stirs on Temu super cheap

[@crystaldon4995]

these look great please do more budget meals ty

[@rudih2876]

These recipes look so yummy! Can't wait to try them. Thanks for sharing.

[@SixSistersStuff]

Glad you like them!

[@rorriewright9011]

Love, love videos like these!!! EASY!!!👍

[@debragreen7272]

Grating your own cheese is much healthier as well as cheaper! It melts so well!

[@cynthiafisher9907]

How is it healthier?

[@brandyfreeman4098]

@@cynthiafisher9907 , she's probably referring to the cheese you shred yourself not having the cellulose on it. Not sure if that makes it healthier though 🤷

[@cynthiafisher9907]

@@brandyfreeman4098 Maybe so, she says it’s much healthier. I don’t know how it. Old be much healthier?

[@eugenewilkerson1307]

Very yummy

[@onedelish]

Yummy

[@carmelita4855]

I love getting 15 recipes at a time 💕

[@SixSistersStuff]

I'm so glad!

[@ginamaria2579]

All of these are really great ideas, thanks for sharing 🤗💕

[@SixSistersStuff]

You are so welcome!

[@GrammyChrissy]

I'm not sure if this is an old video but my tortellini runs $4.98

[@KimmyJ5d]

She took a lot of creative license getting these prices to fit her “$5”.

[@millenni-lifecrisis2324]

That bag of tortellini is now 6.77$..inflation is insane.

[@debbiereilly900]

Mmmm looks amazing yummy Thank you for sharing kristen have a blessed day stay safe and healthy. 🙏❤🙏❤🙏💖💖💖

[@abbyroad3807]

Splurge for the chicken broth instead of water, it improves the tortellini soup 100%...

[@dianasimplifies]

Agree the bouillon cubes gross me out but this is a budget video so no offense to Kristen. Prices are what they are and she sure can’t help it.

[@jeanhopman5659]

Boo ee onn ! you're welcom x

[@elizabethcallihan9971]

You got the thumbs up for pretending the zucchini was in there!😉

[@SixSistersStuff]

Haha!! Thank you!

[@deniseballew6365]

Cut with a pizza cutter works great.

[@PockyFiend]

The salad dressing aisle bacon bits are a great substitute for strip bacon. I sprinkle them on the cheese for bacon cheeseburgers.

[@Jakilyn]

Dollar tree sells them

[@MrRKWRIGHT]

Make sure you use real crumbled bacon, not Bacos. Bacos are made of soy and don't deliver as much protein as authentic bacon bits.

[@PockyFiend]

I knew Bacos were fake for decades, and it was only when real bacon bits started to appear on the salad dressing aisle shelves that I even paid attention to that section for more than just dressing.

[@tawanajackson5545]

I use the bacon bits in breakfast burritos 😊

[@5150norcal]

I’m redesigning my kitchen. Do you have a kitchen walk-through video or have any aspects of your kitchen that may be unique which makes your time in the kitchen more efficient? Thank you for posting these videos. They are greatly appreciated.

[@Thisisit120]

Would be so nice if you would put on the thumbnail the Name of what you are cooking in this video. So when we save it we can quickly see what recipe we saved and also if you could put the full written recipe in the drop-down box instead of having to click all over to get a recipe would be very helpful.

[@callsign.Noctra]

What oven do you have? 😍 the touch screen is so cool!

[@SixSistersStuff]

I love it!

[@MrRKWRIGHT]

That looks delicious. There's something I've been thinking about trying. Shrimp salad with homemade mayo-based macaroni Amish salad dressing, with just a little sweetener and some lemon zest. Amish shrimp salad - could it get any better? Two worlds combined - seafood and traditional Amish cooking., and it can be done relatively inexpensively on a budget if you buy the shrimp pre-cooked and frozen. Just add some hot water to the shrimp and you're good to go. Hope you're having a nice 4th of July weekend. Bon apeti!

[@68868s]

I'd love to know where you get prices like this.

[@marietrini7784]

You are Amazing 🤩

[@DMK48906]

Don't buy the chop and stir utensil anywhere but dollar tree!

[@megan313]

Hi! Will the recipe links be posted especially for the tortellini soup? Thank you 😊

[@zombiecreations1447]

These are past videos all brought into this one. You might want to go to the main page and look each one up.

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

It’s all in the video! She verbally gives the list of ingredients, including amounts, as she buys them. Then she shows how to make the soup step-by-step, including any “on hand” ingredients. And she shows, in writing, the cost broken down with ingredients and amounts. That’s the recipe! You can always go to the website and search for tortellini soup. This exact one doesn’t pop up, but there are several others to inspire you, too.

[@MrsCasanova133]

@@Lucinda_Jackson she didnt give the specific spices, which she said would be linked below so there's that....

[@moonwvr7252]

The recipe is in the description box of this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJDHo6Gkm717ftE

[@SixSistersStuff]

Here is the link a Vegetable Tortellini Soup in the Instant Pot - www.sixsistersstuff.com/recipe/instant-pot-chicken-tortellini-and-vegetable-soup-recipe/

[@JuliaCantley]

Your WM prices are much cheaper than mine for the things you you bought O.o. So do you not serve any sides with these meals like the sloppy joes, etc...?

[@SixSistersStuff]

We serve sides with these meals. Just trying to show you that you can find ways to make recipes that will fit into a tight budget with rising prices. Hope they help!

[@JuliaCantley]

@@SixSistersStuff it does!

[@glendaharding4884]

Easy and delicious recipes, thank you!

[@jobo8143]

I MISS THESE PRICES!!! 😢

[@bonnierisner3304]

If you don't want to do over on your sloppy joe meal make your own sauce super easy,ketchup , brown sugar ,onion powder optional to add chopped onion and green pepper

[@kelseycoca]

I love that breakfast savory bread pudding/frittata thing! what a fun and easy idea for brunch. I love broccoli but asparagus would also be good for a little upgrade. also, I make easy chicken tortilla soup with a bottle of the cowboy caviar, some chicken stock, and tortilla strips, you can add cubed chicken thighs or breasts. super easy!

[@SixSistersStuff]

It's all so good!! Love it!

[@jayphelps415]

Where in the world do u live that milk is 86 cents

[@juliet6101]

Best videos 👍 yum made me hungry will cook early and post hehe blessings to all

[@SixSistersStuff]

Thank you for watching!!

[@Raydog07]

Do you have a Canadian version of this? I'm considering moving to the U.S. because it's way cheaper. Haha.

[@ambergiselbach2467]

Can you make these and freeze them ?

[@janetkolczak35]

These meals look wonderful. Was wondering where I would find the actual recipes. It was mentioned that specific measurements could be found in the description box (for example the spices in the tortellini soup), but for some reason I am not seeing them.

[@itsbuffy0205]

Looks like she forgot to include the links for some of the recipes.

[@annek1226]

Just hit replay and take notes! It’s easy and you can hit stop or go back to get anything you missed.

[@tinaseaboch1364]

@@annek1226 except the seasonings aren’t there for the tortellini soup

[@dianeralston3829]

What are the spices for the tortellini soup?. In video you said you would put the below. I can not find them.

[@llama3746]

Same 😢

[@rosemarieg6296]

Instead of bullion you can use the Goya in an envelope bc it’s half the sodium and each pack makes two cups.

[@SixSistersStuff]

Great tip thanks!

[@michellestrohn199]

Yes. The grocery stores around me are double the price as what she's showing But great ideas

[@SixSistersStuff]

Mine too! But yes!

[@ebudny7]

Mine too in NC! If not more.

[@LynnerdSkinnerd97]

Here in the north GA mountains too. These look like prices from 2 years ago here.

[@loririley4176]

I enjoy your recipes and videos, but I have one question. Why do almost all cooking KZbin creators cook with baby carrots? Whole carrots have so much more flavor. And, they aren't difficult to cut up.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

They’re also way cheaper!

[@mary.l_sch]

yes! I actually don't even like the taste of baby carrots!

[@SixSistersStuff]

Both carrots will work great! Just use whatever works best for you. Our mom does not use baby carrots. She only likes to use the whole carrots that you peel. Personal preference.

[@dianasimplifies]

@@SixSistersStuff I’m with you, I use the baby ones. 😆

[@susand6249]

Idea-jello poke cake in instant pot??

[@michellem9444]

Glad you gave the disclaimer about the pregnancy! At first, I was like, "Wait, what????" LOL Thanks for the yummy recipes! :)

[@sandygarcia8972]

Who makes your potato peeler?

[@quailshirefarms]

Wow! You are awesome... My new Fav. KZbin channel!!

[@SixSistersStuff]

Welcome aboard!

[@DMK48906]

It takes a little more time but tastes SO much better to make your own sloppy Joe sauce. I just use ketchup, BBQ sauce, worcestershire sauce, green peppers, brown sugar and a sloppy Joe spice packet. All of that to your taste. It always makes more than I need so I just freeze the rest. For my twist on the joes I take refrigerator biscuits push them into a muffin tin to make a cup, fill the biscuit cup with the sloppy Joe mixture ( with hamburger added) top with cheese and bake. Yummy stuff, my adult children still ask for this.

[@SixSistersStuff]

That sounds so good! I will for sure have to give it a try! Thank you for sharing Dawn!!

[@commiesareevil3823]

Cheap but not too healthy

[@valeriekuhn3746]

Kristen, what kind of InstaPot do you have? I want one that automatically seals when you put on the lid. There are so many out there, I don't know which is which. Thank you.

[@antoinettebrown3834]

Excellent video! My granddaughter is 15 and starting to love to cook these recipes were perfect for her! Thank you!

[@SixSistersStuff]

You are so welcome! I am happy she is enjoying the recipes!

[@Sparky0566]

Woo whoooo. Just ordered your cookbook, can't wait till Wednesday...

[@cookwithafreen]

Wow so yummy😋 and delicious recipes reallly loved it lott thankx for sharing such an amazing recipes stay connected and keep. Sharing👍🥰

[@SixSistersStuff]

You are so welcome!

[@sarasorensen2650]

Who did you raft with? World wide? They're friends of mine.

[@karencrisp824]

Ok recipes but not real healthy.

[@SixSistersStuff]

Who doesn't love quick and easy?!

[@jeannierobletto1798]

WHAT! thats how a peeler works🤦‍♀️🤣😂... life changing..

[@lauriciaedwards9285]

Good Morning and thank u

[@amypletcher4411]

Awesome dishes! Though the broccoli, egg ham and muffins can you do the same with potatoes instead of bread of course the price would be a pit higher?

[@Guerrero_Momma]

I didn't have any of these meals come out to 5$...I even did ALL my shopping at aldi. Frugal meal ideas, but very misleading.

[@kayleneehincks263]

Where do you live? I'm in SC and our Walmart is DEFINITELY more expensive🍲🥣 Thank you for these ideas. Going to try a few of these🙂

[@jennifermcgraw9473]

I miss those prices 😭

[@chattycatty2617]

Hi, I am making the tortellini soup but can't find the spices in the description below 🤷🏻‍♀️ I'm just gonna use my best judgement

[@Kimmieb63]

I love your videos! I can't find the recipe for these videos 😫

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

The recipes are IN the video. You just have to watch and write them down. Just takes about 2 minutes each because they’re easy! 💕

[@SixSistersStuff]

Links are coming. You can also enter the recipe title into the search bar at sixsistersstuff.com

[@mpcote8117]

Wow, grocery is WAY more expensive here in Canada 😭 great ideas 💡 thanks

[@abbyroad3807]

Aldi is about half price, so it's doable for cheaper.

[@dianasimplifies]

@@abbyroad3807 Aldi must only be half price for some. Ours is right across the street from WM and prices are comparable. I shop at Aldi bc it’s faster but it’s not cheaper sadly. Not anymore. Not any cheaper than the great value products she is showing.

[@angelam4258]

I tear up the bread and stir in a can of pumpkin into the other ingredients so good

[@guardianminifarm8005]

Curious as to the servings per recipe. Are these for a family of 4, 6, 8 etc....

[@SixSistersStuff]

I think 6 is a good serving size!

[@Starlight.0.1.0.1]

I’m here in 2023 September 18, at this time Walmart hamburger buns are no longer $0.93 😭

[@raq0122]

You can also add plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. They won't know the difference. Tastes exactly the same

[@dmariacentritto9230]

Huh..where do you live. Eggs are 3.49, some times goes up and down 3.49 to 2.69. Pa

[@teodorapolgar]

As an european... The thing that weirds me out is how much of american "cooking videos" are mixing a lot of premade stuff. Just mixing some cans together...

[@betsybabf748]

I think your zucchini eloped with my jalapeno because I know I bought one for a recipe, have searched every inch of my kitchen and it is missing.

[@SixSistersStuff]

Oh no! Hahaha! Most likely!

[@snookiedoo]

Opposites attract

[@carmelita4855]

Hilarious annnnnnd- totally frustrating when that happens!

[@mizzpellergingersnaps5989]

Do you ever whip the can frosting to increase the volume?

[@carmelita4855]

My mom used to do that 💕

[@shkelalawler7663]

Ok I'm moving because why is everything so cheap where you are! 😭😭 I haven't seen $1 next to milk in a very long time.

[@katherinebailey7482]

I watched this video twice to get all the details but the music you chose drove me crazy!!! It is truly awful. But thanks for your ideas.

[@lisaharrington3241]

I swear I bought a cucumber but couldn’t find it and then realized it wasn’t on my receipt either.