Trying to feed a whole family can be expensive. If you’re looking for meals that the whole family will love and are under $10, this list is for you.
Hotdogs
- Hotdog buns x 2 ($.83 at Walmart)
- Hotdogs x 2 ($1.99)
- Large bag French fries ($4 generic brand)
Or spend a little more and buy Beef Hotdogs 8 pack (usually on sale BOGO Free – $5 for 16 hotdogs)
Total Cost: $9.64
Tuna Salad Sandwiches
- 3 cans Tuna ($.65 each at Aldis)
- Chips of choice (average sale price 2 for $5)
- Bread ($1) x 2
- Relish ($1)
Use Miracle Whip or Mayo that you should already have on hand.
Total Cost: $9.95
Egg Salad Sandwiches
- 2 Dozen eggs ($1 a dozen) x 2
- Loaf of bread ($1) x 2
- Chips (2/$5)
Total Cost: $9
Breakfast for Dinner
- Bagels ($1.50) x 2
- Turkey Bacon ($2) x 2
- Hash browns ($3)
Total Cost : $10
Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup
- Bread ($1) x 2
- Sliced Cheese Family Pack ($5)
- 2 Large Cans Tomato Soup ($3)
Total Cost: $10
Spaghetti
- Spaghetti ($1) x 2
- Spaghetti sauce ($1 on sale) x 2
- Garlic Bread ($1.67 at Aldi) x 2
Total Cost: $7.34
Cabbage and Potato Soup
- Small Bag of Potatoes 5lbs. ($2 on sale)
- Head of cabbage ($1.50 max)
- Rolls ($3)
Total Cost: $6.50
Pot Pies for Dinner
- Banquet pot pies x 10 ($1 each)
Total Cost: $10
Boxed Pizza
Option 1:
- Totinos pizza x 8 (sale price 4/$5)
Total Cost: $10
Option 2:
- Red Baron pizza (sale price 3/$10)
Total Cost: $10
Salad
- Bagged Salad Mix ($2 a bag) x 2
- Dozen of eggs ($1)
- Dressing ($1.50 small bottles) x 2
- Small bag of French Fries ($2)
Total Cost: $10
I will be adding to this list periodically, so be sure to check back. Also, share your $10 and under meal ideas in the comments below and I will add them to the list.
Looking for other ways to save money on dinner? I have you covered with these tips on how to save money on groceries.
Last Updated on 6 years ago by Crystal Carder