$2.5 Dinner in 25 Minutes: BBQ Smoked Sausage & Rice
Walking through the grocery store, the smoked sausage was on sale for $2.99, and rice is always a cheap staple in the pantry. Toss in a bell pepper and an onion, both under a buck each, and dinner comes together for less than $7. That’s enough to feed three, maybe four people, and there’s usually leftovers for lunch the next day. (So $2.5 average or less)
When money’s tight, stretching protein like sausage with rice is a solid move. The BBQ sauce adds a lot of flavor. Buying the store brand keeps the cost down, and honestly, it tastes just as good as the name brands. Bulk rice is always cheaper, and it’s worth grabbing a big bag when it’s on sale.
If there’s a little extra in the budget, frozen mixed veggies can be tossed in for more color and nutrition.
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