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September 16 to 20, 2024: Budget Recipes to Cook This Week

What’s on the menu for this week? Make everyone around the table happy with our selection of five affordable and tasty dishes, including a hearty mac and cheese, hamburger steak and seared pork chops!

Monday: Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese

Reinvent your usual mac and cheese with the addition of butternut squash and carrots. Also made with a blend of spices, béchamel and cheddar cheese, the sauce is super creamy and deliciously rich. And, yes, this dish comes together fast on a busy weeknight!

Tuesday: Hamburger Steak with Mushrooms

When it comes to quick and easy recipes, there truly is nothing simpler than a hamburger steak. Form the ground beef into patties, and serve with a tasty mushroom sauce. Add a side of comforting mashed potatoes, and dinner is served.

Wednesday: Seared Pork Chops with Rosemary

We’re not lying when we say this is probably one of the easiest recipes you’ll ever make. After a long day of work and school, it’ll be ready at the snap of your fingers. Serve with a sautéed vegetable of your choice, and enjoy!

Thursday: Curry-Roasted Fish and Cauliflower with Radish Raita

Talk about a winning weekday dinner! This recipe can be prepared in less than 30 minutes; simply mix cauliflower with curry, roast it in the oven, and then cook the fish in a pan for just two minutes. We promise, the kids will definitely love it.

Friday: Chicken Drumsticks with Tomatoes and Lentils

Now that the weather is getting cooler, you’re likely looking for a few good comfort dishes to add to your repertoire. Place chicken drumsticks, seasonal cubed butternut squash, tomatoes and lentils in a Dutch oven and let simmer for an hour. This meal goes great with bread, or served over pasta or rice.

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