Let's Cook A Dollar Tree Meal #6 Lasagna Recipe

[@aubreydouglas4118]

I love this lady. I can tell that she has a good heart.

[@brawyn777]

Yes for sure dear

[@joanneripley2256]

She not only has a good heart she is a good cook! She reminds me of my mother......you do the best you can do with what you have! My mother had three sets of twins and eight children total!

[@connieblackmon3932]

I love when she talks about her Sunday school ladies.

[@kathycortez232]

She absolutely does I truely love her she has a very kind soul which we need more of in this world hugs too everybody 🤗

[@audreycasassa1683]

She sure does!

[@166dragonfly]

Dollar Tree should sponsor you for all you do for them! I love spinach in mine too. I love watching you!!!

[@victorialevinson7762]

Your videos are very inspirational! You seem so sweet, kind, and humble. For those who complain of the ingredients just replace with ingredients you prefer.

[@mjb1403]

LOL! I know, right? Good comment.

[@pwnagelol999]

or shut up and don't watch she's not making any one watch .Haters go hate some where else

[@dianaalexander1915]

My Dollar Tree does not have a refridgerated/freezer area. Anyway, while visiting a friend who had a freezer/refridgerated section at her Dollar Tree we did a Pizza Night Special using all Dollar Tree products. For less then 50$ we fed 12 adults and 4 children and no one guessed our secret! We picked up the ribeye steaks, sausage crumbles and chicken breast. We also grabbed a 3 pepper mix, monterey jack, cheddar, pepper jack cheeses, frozen spinach. We also picked up pizza sauce, alfredo, banana pepper rings, red pepper flakes, minced garlic, blue cheese dressing, black and green olives., canned mushrooms, italian seasonings, red pepper flakes, bacon bits, pizza crusts, pepperoni, buffalo wing sauce. 1 We made a philly steak pizza with the "cheeze whiz" as the sauce, the cooked ribeye and pepper mix topped with some shredded pepper jack. 2 A couple of Buffalo chicken pizzas. We used a base of blue cheese dressing, the chicken diced celery (we did cheat using the celery) onions from the pepper mix, monteray jack and a heavy drizzle of wing sauce. 3 Veggie lovers with pizza sauce, pepper mix, spinach, garlic, bananna pepper rings, olives and mushrooms and cheddar. 4 Sausage, pepper and mushrooms with pizza sauce. 5 Spinach, chicken, bacon and alfredo. 6 Pepperoni with pizza sauce. 7 We even made a supreme with sausage, pepperoni, pepper mix, olives mushrooms, banana pepper rings, pizza sauce and all the cheeses. 8 A diced Spam and pineapple pizza with a BBQ sauce and monterey jack.

[@fishrgirl5980]

you just wrote a novel.

[@shaunarouse5617]

Wow! That was a buffet! Way to go!

[@cblaylock7029]

Yes a novel who reads that??

[@maryhill2346]

C Blaylock I do!! I read every word, learned a lot, felt admiration at their ingenuity, vowed to try Dollar Tree food more and try to save more money. I’m also a Senior with a fixed income, no govt aid and still helping out my grown children! This info will help them too! Hope you enjoyed my “novel” oh ye of short attention span! 😜😜🤣🤣😊

[@cblaylock7029]

Mary Hill I too am a senior and I don’t have a dollar tree around but when I go somewhere that has one I am going to rack up on stuff!!! No intent on hurting feelings. Sorry if I did..

[@patrishayglesia1036]

i admire the innovated ways you use DOLLAR TREE ingredients to make tasteful meals for your loved ones...this is encouraging for young families fighting with small incomes or families of elderlies on modest budgets to eat well...we have no DOLLAR TREE stores in brooklyn ny sorry to say...we have DEALS their sister store but things are 5.00 and up...hardly the same thing

[@washington-ou3sd]

You're not missing out. A lot of dollar store food is straight up bad; most importantly, bad for you. If you budget well and use coupons, with around the same effort you can make meals all week for your family with fresh, good food from the grocery store. Dollar Tree food adds up, anyway. You're not saving much.

[@StellaGorospe-Miller24]

washington1884 I don't agree completely. There are different things you can get at Dollar Tree that are a good deal. Their cold sodas cost 86 cents more at Wal-Mart, their Ketchup (Hunt's which I prefer over Heinz) costs 26 cents less, their Michelina dinners cost $2.50-$3.00 anywhere else over here. I'm using mainly Wal-Mart as a comparison because stores like Super Dollar and Dollar General jack up the prices on some things. And I can't remember how much or which ones, but there are certain spices that cost less overall than Sam's club bulk spices (adding up to get the same amount of course). Like with any store that sells food items, you just have to peck and choose and figure out which deals are better for you and which "deals" are actually deals.

[@ecm8948]

The fact you shop Walmart says all; using coupons & Mark downs I do better @ my local grocery store. I would NOT trust $ tree food for anything Stella Nicholette Davis

[@joanneripley2256]

One suggestion....you have to watch very carefully that the $1store you shop at rotates there product and watch expiration dates. I had found moldy stuff in the refrigerator section.

[@cblaylock7029]

Jay Jay dollar tree!!! Dumb ass

[@donnafassano163]

You've inspired me! I've watched several of your videos over the last couple of days. I'm going to my DT tonight to plan and purchase some meals. I'm a single mom on disability. My kids just turned 18 so my income dropped drastically. I'm now getting about a third of what I was receiving. My kids have to pay me rent so we can keep our apartment. They are going to college (free! Due to my low income) but I take as little as I can from them as they are trying to get their lives started. My food budget is the last area I can chop from. I'm encouraged now that we can eat tasty meals. Thank you so much :)

[@rickloera9468]

You should be on Food Network. These videos are fantastic and you connect very well with your audience.

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

😲

[@terristorms7496]

I think Dollar Tree should be her sponsor she’s doing more advertising than they do! I just recently discovered your videos and love them have found several recipes I can’t wait to try. I hope your husband and family truly appreciate you I know we all do!

[@kimberleepatterson3759]

Don't ever quit cooking Ms. Jan. You sweet lady are helping my budget. I love you!!

[@sparkytoday8455]

Thank you, Miss Jan. Your frugal recipes are helping so many families, and senior citizens not go hungry. God Bless you.

[@c1catwoman794]

I accidentally ran across your videos and the Dollar Tree ones are fun to watch. Yes we all know it's not the best quality but the challenge is using Dollar Tree products and the videos gives me other ideas for meal planning. :))

[@heatherdurbin3083]

Exactly

[@melisha29]

She reminds me of my people back in my hometown.. She talks like them a little too lol..love her presentations..ran across her by accident.. And yes I shop at dollar tree.. They have some good stuff if you hook it up to your liking.. And it's on a budget..

[@heatherdurbin3083]

@@melisha29 I shop at dollar tree too. They have some pretty good stuff there and even name brand items.

[@naomiemoore5725]

I so totally agree Catwoman! She shows people how to prepare something within their budget and still eat well, if people don't care for it, don't watch or criticize. If they can do better they can get their own You Tube channel. How can you not love her, she is such a sweet gentle soul. All these armchair critics can take a hike . . .

[@fishrgirl5980]

Our Dollar Tree up here in the sticks of MN has some pretty good items in it name brand too,I go in there all the time.☺

[@vodnurse5702]

I like the fact that she doesnt dirty up every dish in the kitchen the way I do. Love her!!!!

[@rosariocampos6412]

I seen many chef's , I like her the most . no lie.

[@genevieve8873]

these recipes should help a lot of people in cities where there are food deserts ( no grocery stores just $stores and convenience stores). a lot of people can't afford high dollar foods. Great job Mrs Creson

[@wanderlovesus7777]

Some people can't shut up and just enjoy watching this without complaining, about the ingredients she's using isn't organic. Atleast this isn't a 3rd world country, so be grateful for this!..

[@EHCBunny4real]

I hope those "organic" Bougie Beasts understand that nearly 30 percent of US citizens go to bed hungry each day and they wish they had Jan Creson's dollar store meal even though it's not organic.

[@heatherdurbin3083]

I agree 100%

[@joy82278]

Kristen Marie Mustang exactly!! the caption the the video clearing says,"Dollar Tree Lasagana!"

[@jackiewakat8064]

If you don't want to watch don't!

[@Trytocookthis]

I enjoy food cooking videos from third world countries.

[@Timinator2K10]

No spinach fan here but, all the ingredients work well together. A heaping of garlic really brings out all the other flavors. Using riblet meat was pretty ingenious...maybe double that part. Another cooking triumph!

[@frhays]

Love this Jan. I made it but used "real" cheese, cottage cheese, Dollartree mushrooms and added fresh spinach and kale in lieu of the DT frozen spinach. It turned out great! Thanks for the recipes. I love them!

[@roxanapanaro252]

Jan, looks delicious. Another great recipe using Dollar Tree products. They should give you something for promoting their products.

[@teresaevans4840]

Roxana Panaro I agree because some people don't know to do some of this with the food. so they should have a picture of her in.the store with her utube channel and they would sell all the food out in the store every day

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

I buy food at the regular store and at DollarTree. I prepare meals with all of the food that I buy. If you put her picture up in the store they would have to do that for every other person on KZbin making the same type of video. They would have to do that for every person who shops there and prepares meals using their food. Cooking is not that hard. All you have to do is practice.

[@niniandsunny1353]

Roxana Panaro I was just thinking this!!! They should supply her with ingredients for their "free advertising " from sweet Jan.

[@niniandsunny1353]

Teresa Evans that's true AND it would help her. A Win Win! GREAT IDEA! We should all write to them. I know they don't do much advertising to keep cost down ..idk but still, this would be perfect!

[@niniandsunny1353]

Michelle who's the one that started dollar tree meals?

[@yahuahschild5851]

I am really enjoying watching these recipes, who would have thought Dollar Tree for groceries!! Great ideas so thanks for sharing!

[@marybellopez131]

She is the Queen of dollar tree meal luv it so cteative👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@tammyredmon2295]

Thank you so much for these wonderful respies ...I watch you all the time and love the Dollar tree meals ....💖

[@beccibrabson5437]

You go girl!!! Lasagna from the Dollar Tree? I would have never imagined...but my family loved it. I did add cottage cheese, but I already had some in the fridge. You're a genius.

[@jesikata]

My boyfriend and I cooked this tonight! It was great and soooo much food for just two people, we'll have leftovers for two days! We got all the same ingredients as you did, except the shredded cheese. Our Dollar Tree has Frigo cheese so we bought the mozzarella instead. It turned out very good! I was shocked to find the riblets at my store, I would like to try the chicken patties cut up next time. We didn't have a glass dish like you do so we picked up a foil lasagna pan from the Dollar Tree and it worked out perfect! Thanks for another great recipe!

[@naomiemoore5725]

Start shopping yard sales, garage sales, second hand shops, thrift stores. You can pick up 13 x 9 or 8 x 8 or 9 x9 Pyrex or Anchor Hocking glass baking dishes for a song. Hen you don't have to spend a buck every time you need a casserole dish. I live in CA where everything is expensive, yet you can find great stuff if you keep your eyes open. Just google to find the garage sales near you. Most you just type in your zip code. I have several sites I visit every Friday to find the garage sales in my area.

[@teresafraley9947]

You are amazing! Thank you. I love every video I watch... even if I don't make the recipe. Thank you for sharing your kindness with us. ❤

[@emapacheco640]

Thank u for sharing your recipes, i will so try it. May God bless you.

[@lowkeekin7561]

It looks extremely delicious and beautifully done !!!!! Thank you so much sweetheart💗🙏🏽🙋🏼

[@WalterHolokai]

I love your recipes. They're good, cheap and easy. Wow! Thanks Jan!

[@monicar31]

Thank you for making these videos. Especially when so many people can barely afford food. You are a lovely lady.

[@chrisnm7922]

15 seconds into the video “what this is is a big finger” ... I died. You are adorable!

[@glennabowman2733]

I made your mexican burrito bake tonite and my husband loved it. I substituted Fritos for the Nacho chips. 👍👍👌

[@marybellopez131]

I bet it was delicioso👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@priyamason7365]

I made it last night it was delightful 👍🏾

[@tamarawalker8973]

Thanks for sharing this. Lasagna is usually so expensive to make, so this is awesome. new sub. oh BTW, I saved this video, getting ingreds. fixing this week.

[@teresaevans4840]

tamara walker I agree I haven't made it in a while because of the cost . trying to pay down my debt so she is a true blessing

[@boburuncle1413]

Foundational cooking.Your an amazing mentor.People,swap out the ingredients or PRODUCTS with your choice.Thank You, your Fabulous!

[@patriciacoulter3587]

Thank you. My son loves lasagna. I can't wait to try it. I'm praying for you and your family.

[@scgammy]

You SO inspire me to cook more!! I LOVE your precious videos!!!!

[@karenlouise4822]

Good grief why do so many people have such a sanctimonious attitude about food?? The point of this is showing what you can put together for the least amount of $$ because some of us need to. And if you watch her other videos you'd know she doesn't just cook Dollar Tree meals.Godalmighty get over yourselves.

[@nimahsmallwood400]

I know right some people are so privileged

[@Lalunabreeze]

Your right dollar tree is a life saver for many. Not just food but toothpaste, body stuff, etc.. 10 cans of enchilada sauce for $1.. Seriously, it helps. And for holidays. You can spend $20. And have great decorations. That makes me happy. I see the kids picking out stuff and they’re so happy. Jan has some great dishes. Easy, fast, yummy good and great prices. She makes lots of casseroles. Yum😋, my favorite.

[@lizworthy5828]

🏴‍☠️Sarah Gold if only I could hit the thumbs ups several times. When my grands were young we could only shop at &tree for Xmas. They loved the toys. As times got better I purchased electronic items. They abused and lost. Now I'm retired so no gifts and living on limited income.

[@Lalunabreeze]

Karen Louise I didn’t see any bad stuff. But I just love all the tips and good fast idea she gives. I rarely use a recipe. I cook lots like Jan.

[@22lilacsky]

These meals are ideal for single parents or large families. I wish youtube existed while I was growing up because my mom sure could have used these recipes back then.

[@danettemoore5167]

Hi Jan, I love, love, love your videos! I am not as tech savvy as most people these days, and finally figured out how to leave you a comment! I think you are awesome, and love your creativity, and recipes! You are an inspiration to all of us who have a budget challenge! Please keep up the great work!

[@fairygrider3204]

Hello Mrs Creson, Im commenting to let you know that i am a new subscriber to your channel and am thoroughly enjoying all your videos. I really like the Dollar Tree Lasagna you made. I havent bought any food items from Dollar Tree before but the Lasagna you cooked looked really impressive and easy and thats what im into these days. I really look forward to more of your recipes in the upcoming days. Thank you for sharing your ideas and healthy meals.

[@christinecanavan7333]

You are amazing, Jan Creston! I like listening to your voice. Very informative and relaxing. Thank you for not making video too long.

[@sherriroberson542]

Definitely trying this one!!! Thank you sir sharing!!!! I love watching your videos!!!!

[@coreen588]

This looks amazing...Its Saturday...Im binge watching your cooking videos...Going to try so many of these recipies!!

[@kitsnow5307]

Without these recipes I wouldn't be able to eat. I am on a budget and can't afford the prices in the grocery stores in town. These recipes are filling and healthy. Thank you, Jan.

[@kzimmerman2211]

I haven't seen these things in stock consistently, but you may want to keep an eye out for: $ Tree's salmon filets, frozen mashed potatoes, and the veggie mix that includes carrots, corn, and green beans. It can all be cooked quickly in the microwave, and it made a very tasty meal.

[@Foxy-uq8bu]

I really admire all the dollar tree recipes you invent well done they all look delicious and are affordable to everyone,god bless you for doing these videos.

[@charitygibson6820]

I enjoy watching your videos. The recipes are wonderful.

[@islndgrl832]

Delicious recipe of your lasagne Ms. Jan. Like she said, you can add or take away any ingredient as you like. This can be meatless or add ground beef or Italian sausage or make it a Vegetable lasagne. I would add thin slices of zucchini, eggplant, and spinach with ricotta cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan. Yum! Thanks for sharing. God Bless you, Ms. Jan and your family.

[@HaywoodHomestead]

We made this tonight exactly the way you prepared it (except we already had shredded cheese from another store) and it was delicious! We thank you so much for your videos and helping us to make simple, good and affordable meals. You have been a blessing to our family because we are starting to eat at home more, and not eating out hardly any which is expensive and not very healthy. Thanks again!!

[@dianecrane1080]

great. I will try this. I love your $$$$ tree menus. TFS!!!

[@sandrarussell8551]

That looks really good. I love there Garlic Bread...I add Mozzarella cheese on the toast and bake it

[@alishagrant4543]

Great idea..I'm definitely going to try it..love all of your ideas!!

[@teresabarrow1679]

I like the tips you use for dollar tree food me my self shop at dollar tree also I will try some of your idea next time I go there keep up the good cooking 😊

[@annettemills8286]

You’re such a sweet lady and remind me a lot of my mom. I enjoy watching your videos, and I am looking forward to seeing more of them. We shop dollar tree often and if we can make a nice meal like this lasagna for a large family at a great price, then I’m all for that. Keep smiling 🙂

[@marilynvancamp5031]

You are such a sweet lady who goes to a lot of trouble to figure out how we can make if we don't have much money ! They all look good and she shows that you can have variety on a budget !

[@joanellis8276]

Jan that looks really good...Thank you for sharing...Have a great evening.

[@pennybayman6740]

Love watching you. You are so inspiring.

[@irenefehr9192]

I was so glad you rinsed your jar and can, I hate to see so much waste. I love your videos, am binge watching you now. Love the dollar store recipes, just disappointed that we don’t have most of the food, crafts and more here in Canada. More expensive and very limited here. Keep up the good work

[@timadams1994]

Wow another great idea yes dollar tree should be paying you for your ideas I got to go to bed been waiting you for several hrs straight lol thanks

[@midnightangel6687]

Such a sweet lady~ you remind me of my grandma ~❤~ Another awesome vid~TFS Blessings Always

[@MM-bu2nz]

Gotta go shop at my local dollar tree now. Thank you for your videos and recipe ideas.

[@donnabrown1679]

Love your recipes Jan, thank you for sharing.

[@andreastrobel4110]

Looks so good!! I am excited to use the no cook noodles. I never tried them. Pork is so good in sauce. My mom used to put pork chops that she had already baked into her homemade sauce. It was delish.

[@MeliBoo4935]

Andrea Strobel I buy the DT oven ready lasagna. It's Good!

[@kathybrink2060]

God bless you I love watching you cook you have a beautiful family 👊💝☺️

[@kathycortez232]

It looks good to me I’m going too try it and see what I think about it too ms Jan I love you and watching you videos you have a humble soul I really appreciate you coming on here making me for get the bad in my life you always make me feel better hugs prayers and much love ❤️

[@XoBetsyWetsyoX]

I agree, I love cottage or ricotta cheese too. This looks like a big hit. Can't wait to try this. Love that Texas toast. I been working on stocking my pantry so I will be able to have most ingredients on hand. Great recipe Jan! ❤️

[@stephaniepierce445]

That looks tasty Jan. You can something out almost anything. Yummy.

[@allioakley2983]

You are sooo loved. Blessings 💓💓💓💓

[@nannapatty110]

Love your Dollar tree meals. And all your videos.

[@joannea2647]

Thanks for another great recipe looks good I will have to try that 👍

[@Sara-ep7gu]

Thank you very much great recipie we are going to try

[@LL-sq8se]

Thanks Jan you rock,!❤️🙋🕊️🧚🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@rayquesada506]

Hi Jan I love your videos and Dollar Tree meals. I have made the Mexican Bake and it turned out very good, filling and low cost, which is always good. I am originally from West Virginia and you sound like good hearted WV folk. Subscriber forever. Thanks, Ray🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@susanwilson1308]

Times are tough sometimes you want to just find a way to feed the family on a tight "make it work" budget. So get over yourselves for real. Jan i love your dollar tree meals. The serve their purpose! ! Thanks and have a blessed day🙏💗☺ love from sue in PghPa

[@carolanneclark6655]

Looks really good. I can almost smell it. I love your cooking/recipes - you explain everything very well.

[@brunieperez8290]

I am new to your videos. Everything you make looks sooooo good. Thank you so much.

[@debbyeutsay7950]

I wish our Dollar Tree sold this kind of food there's not hardly anything in our Dollar Tree as far as food goes love your ideas and love to see you cook thanks for sharing!

[@brawyn777]

I love your videos,gotta try this one God bless

[@acousticstarlord]

Older women's youtube channels are so wholesome and make me so nostalgic.

[@sandrasealy7411]

Great video..especially on a budget😄👍

[@bridgetharrison103]

You have the best dollar tree meals I use your videos to meal plan

[@lindayerman]

Looks delicious and easy. I will definitely make some. Thanks so much for sharing. Always love yout recipes !!!

[@donnaharris7943]

I just love you , and all your ideas for good meals on a budget, Thank you

[@tanyamckinnon5376]

I have those riblets in my freezer because of this video. I saw it a couple of years ago and starred buying them and a lot of other things too

[@heatherdurbin3083]

Wow that looks great. I never thought you could make lasagna using dollar tree items. I subscribed and liked the video as well

[@nadinehouser3223]

Love it!!! I'm so tryith this recipe!!!

[@carolbenson6524]

Just found her videos...really enjoying these. Great tips and ideas for inexpensive meals.

[@florencelang1831]

Thank you for the specific directions. I made the lasagna once, and it didn't come out right. I didn't realize that the sauce needs water! I can't wait to make it again using your directions. The DT cheeses normally don't have milk in them . They would be a good choice for a dairy-free substitute. Keep cooking!

[@kjo7990]

Love all your videos Jan!!!

[@billybabee7996]

Jan, you make the tastiest looking dollar store meals out of everyone I have seen doing something similar on KZbin. I'm a new subscriber and have been loving your videos.

[@carltondobbs5774]

Your the Best, you have gave me a lot of help and being on a budget your videos have been a great help, I will make your lasagna tonight

[@fishrgirl5980]

I just love Jan ,she's a pearl! Sure wish she was my neighbor down the road. she's a hoot!

[@bigfoot710]

Yum, yum, yum. Looks and sounds delicious.

[@nicolaweightman419]

love your videos . lots of cool recipes

[@FORCFED]

New to your channel, the dollar tree vids are fun. You are very creative. Keep up the great work!

[@francountrygirl5979]

Hi Jan no matter what you make it always looks good. Thank God for Dollar tree. It has saved a lot of our behinds... I Love your videos. I am going to try this one to. T.y. 😋

[@aikaterine8675]

This looks tasty I will get this stuff at Dollar Tree and try it out thank you so much cause I'm on a senior citizen budget. You are really good.

[@sheilabundren2037]

Looks great! Thanks for sharing.

[@SuzWhat]

Looks great, Jan.

[@zuleykabarrera9459]

love it im going to make it for my two lil onces my husband and me

[@lindap.p.1337]

Thank you Jan. I love Dollar Tree but have ignored many of these foods i should have tried.

[@amccall3487]

New subscriber here, I'm enjoying your videos! This looks delicious! I'm always looking for ways to save on my grocery budget, I will give this a try. Thanks so much!

[@donnabrown1679]

Good recipe Jan, I’m like you I do like the cottage cheese in mine also, thanks for sharing.

[@danieladominguez1574]

Coolest grandma ever.

[@anamtz9597]

Hi Jan, Today I tried your lasagna recipe for lunch. I substituted the cheese for pizza with the Silver State Brand White Cheddar Cheese With Black Pepper, also found at Dollar Tree. My Dollar Tree did not carry the pasta sauce in a glass jar, so I got another can of the Garlic & Herb Pasta Sauce. I also indulged and bought cottage cheese at the grocery store. It turned out so good. My family was very impressed and thoroughly enjoyed the meal. Thanks Jan, I will certainly try another one of your Dollar Tree Meals.