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    Home » 30-Minute Meals

    30-Minute Meal Recipes

    Cooking at home can be a great way to save money, but where do you find the time to meal prep? 30-minute meals to the rescue!

    Choose quick and easy recipes that you can prep in less time than it takes to run through the drive-thru. Whether you make Cheesy Sausage Pasta in the Instant Pot, Pulled Chicken Sliders, or Green Chile Burritos, you're sure to enjoy a great, budget-friendly meal -- one you pulled together in minutes.

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    The Best Vegan Sandwich with Avocado

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    Antipasto Pasta Salad (90 cents/serving)

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    How to Make Ratatouille in the Oven

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    Tips for Making Homemade Marinades & Dressings

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    Make Breakfast for Dinner to Save Time & Money

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    How to Cook Couscous

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    Spicy Fish Seasoning (64 cents/batch)

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    Jamie’s Spice Mix

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    Turkey Lettuce Wraps

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    Grilled Pork Tenderloin (78 cent/serving)

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    Sautéed Mushrooms and Onions (50 cents/serving)

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    Asian Cabbage Salad

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    Margherita Flatbread Pizza

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    30-Minute No Bean Chili Recipe (92 cents/serving)

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    Beef Chimichanga Recipe (61 cents each)

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    Spicy Chicken Fajita Burritos (73 cents each)

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    Hot Chicken Sub with Bacon (75 cents/serving)

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    Easy Chili Cheese Burritos

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