38 budget dinners using pantry staples

1

Oriental 2-minute noodle salad

This oriental 2 minute noodle salad is quick and easy to make and something different for that summer barbecue.

2

Vegetable, ham and noodle cups

For a very quick lunch, or when you're in a hurry. This is the first thing to disappear in the kids' lunch boxes.

3

Brown rice salad recipe

Just as you would expect, this brown rice salad is tasty, vibrant, filling and good for you.

4

Vegetable chicken noodle soup

A hearty soup, which is great for winter weekend meals and it always tastes better the day after it's made.

5

Chickpea and lentil curry

A quick, easy and healthy vegetarian curry.

6

Deep-Fried Chicken and Corn Rolls

Described by a close friend, "like Chiko Rolls but better!" If you like spring rolls, but don't like the vegetable content in them, try these.

7

American Chop Suey

This recipe is more Italian than Chinese, but either way the kids love it! I don't know where the name comes from, but it's a New England favourite.

8

Baked cheesy meatballs

A tasty and simple recipe that's sure to be a winner with the whole family.

9

Curry Pasta Salad

A delicious, creamy pasta salad.

10

Bean pot

This is a very tasty dish that is easy to prepare and pretty darn healthy.

11

Beef and Potato Layered Casserole

A budget-friendly tasty casserole made with beef mince and frozen vegies.

12

Beef and Bacon Burgers

Whipped up in no time at all on the BBQ, these beef and bacon burgers are super quick, easy and totally delicious!

13

Quick and easy pasta salad

A quirky summer pasta salad.

14

Best Spaghetti and Meatballs

This recipe has been adapted from Super Food Ideas magazine, the meatballs and sauce are absolutely scrumptious. If there's any left over, they're equally delicious on a bread roll for lunch.

15

Cheese and bacon puffs

These are a hit with kids and are great in the lunch box. Make a double batch as they're guaranteed to disappear fast!