It’s hard not to go “Mmmmm.” when you bite into this crispy, fluffy, custardy, cinnamon and vanilla-scented French toast. And that’s why I love this recipe so much! With a few tricks and just a handful of ingredients, you are just minutes away from the best French toast ever!

what’s the right texture for french toast?

The right texture is a personal preference. French toast has two layers: a crispy outside and a custard-like center. Thin slices of bread give you crispier results, and thicker slices deliver more of that custardy center. You do you.

When IS FRENCH TOAST ready?

The cooking time for French toast varies depending on the thickness of your bread and how much batter it’s soaked up. So instead of relying on a timer, press the center of the toast lightly with your finger. The bread will feel firm and will spring back. If your finger leaves an indentation, keep cooking.

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French Toast

Your mornings deserve crispy, fluffy, custardy French Toast! With a few tricks and a handful of ingredients, you're just minutes away from the best breakfast ever!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Total Cost $3.69 recipe / $0.92 serving

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 4 2 slices each

Calories 340kcal

Author Monti – Budget Bytes

Equipment

• Nonstick Fry Pans

Ingredients

• 8 slices stale bread, thick slices with a dense crumb $1.04
• 3 large eggs* $1.25
• 1 cup milk $0.69
• 1 tsp vanilla extract $0.05
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon $0.01
• 1 pinch salt $0.01
• 5 Tbsp butter $0.62
• 1 Tbsp cooking oil $0.01
• 1 tsp sugar $0.01

Instructions

• Whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until they run in an uninterrupted line through the tines of a fork.
• Warm a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Add 3 tablespoons of butter and a 1/2 tablespoon of cooking oil. Heat until the butter foams.
• Dip the slices of bread in the batter, covering both sides. The slice should feel heavy, like a wet sponge, but shouldn't drip like a soaking wet sponge.
• Place the slices in the pan and sprinkle the tops with a pinch of sugar. Cook until they've browned on the bottom. Flip and sprinkle the browned tops with a second pinch of sugar.
• When you press your finger in the slice's center and it springs back, turn it over again and cook briefly to caramelize the last sprinkle of sugar. Repeat for all slices, adding more oil and butter as needed. Slice and serve warm.

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Notes

*If you want to substitute the eggs, add the milk and spices to a small pot. Whisk in a tablespoon of cornstarch until it’s completely dissolved, then place the milk over medium heat. Continue whisking until the milk comes to a boil. Continue to cook and whisk for 1 minute at a full boil. Take the thickened milk off the heat and cool before dipping the slices of bread into it.

Nutrition

Serving: 2slices | Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 22g | Sodium: 399mg | Fiber: 3g

How to Make French toast – Step by Step Photos

Whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until they run in an uninterrupted line through the tines of a fork.

Warm a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Add 3 tablespoons of butter and a 1/2 tablespoon of cooking oil. Heat until the butter foams.

Dip the slices of bread in the batter, ensuring both sides are covered. The amount of time the bread should be left in the batter depends on the type of bread used and the staleness of the bread. The slice should feel like a wet sponge but not a soaking wet sponge.

Place 2 slices in the pan and sprinkle a pinch of sugar over the top. Cook until the slice has browned on the bottom. Flip and sprinkle a pinch of sugar over the browned top.

When you press your finger in the slice’s center, and it springs back, turn it over again and cook briefly to caramelize the sugar. Repeat for all slices, adding more oil and butter as needed.

If you’re making a big batch, keep the slices warm in a 200°F oven. Serve and get ready for all of the high-fives from the fam! This one’s going on repeat!

More “French” Recipes

I can’t say French without thinking of the movie Better Off Dead. Do you remember this scene? In the spirit of one of the best food moments in movie history, check out these other “Fraaanch” recipes:

French Bread Pizza

Vegetarian French Dip Sandwiches

French Onion Soup

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If you need a quick and healthy breakfast, you’ll love this six-minute Air Fryer Breakfast Banana Split!

Air Fryer Breakfast Banana Split

With just five ingredients, this delicious Air Fryer Banana Split tastes like you’re having dessert for breakfast. The bananas are baked in the air fryer and topped with yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, and pecans. If you want to make this easy banana breakfast for kids, add some sprinkles and a cherry! These Baked Bananas, Banana Foster-Topped French Toast, and Banana Foster Crepes are some more yummy banana recipes to try.

Banana Split Ingredients

• Banana: This recipe is the perfect way to use up overripe bananas. The riper, the better!
• Cinnamon: Sprinkle a little cinnamon on the banana.
• Greek Yogurt: I like Fage or Stonyfield Greek yogurt, but any kind will work. You could also use vanilla yogurt and skip the syrup.
• Dairy Free: Use your favorite dairy free yogurt like coconut or almond.
• Maple Syrup: Swap it with honey or agave.
• Pecans: Chop two tablespoons of pecans. You can sub walnuts or almonds or omit them if you’re allergic.

How to Make a Breakfast Banana Split

• Air Fry the Banana: Slice a ripe banana lengthwise, three-quarters of the way through, and top it with cinnamon. Air fry the banana for five to six minutes at 400°F until soft.
• Greek Yogurt Sauce: While the banana cooks, combine a teaspoon of syrup with the yogurt.
• Banana Split Toppings: When the banana is ready, top it with yogurt, cinnamon, pecans, and the remaining syrup.

Variations:

• Drizzle the banana with chocolate syrup, almond butter, or peanut butter.
• Fruit: Add fresh berries, pomegranate seeds, raisins, dried cranberries, or crushed-up freeze-dried strawberries.
• Top your banana split with chocolate chips, granola, coconut chips, or coconut flakes.
• Spices: Add a dash of nutmeg or cardamom, or substitute pumpkin pie spice for cinnamon.
• Classic Banana Split: Make it dessert with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, sprinkles, and a cherry on top.

More Banana Breakfast Recipes You’ll Love:

• Banana Nut Pancakes
• 3-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies
• Maple Pecan Banana Muffins
• Roasted Strawberry Banana Bread
• Baked Oatmeal with Blueberries and Banana

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Air Fryer Breakfast Banana Split

5

286 Cals 15 Protein 41 Carbs 9 Fats

Prep Time: 2 mins

Cook Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 7 mins

Yield: 1 servings

COURSE: Breakfast

CUISINE: American

If you need a quick and healthy breakfast, you’ll love this six-minute Air Fryer Breakfast Banana Split!

Ingredients

• 1 medium ripe banana
• 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
• ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt, I like Fage
• 2 tablespoons pecan halves, chopped
• optional: colored sprinkles and cherry, for topping

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Instructions

• Slice the banana lengthwise, 3/4 of the way through on the side of the banana so it doesn’t roll in the air fryer and open the the skin and banana slightly.
• Top with cinnamon and air fry 400F 5 to 6 minutes, until soft.
• Meanwhile in a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon syrup with the yogurt.
• When the banana is ready, top with yogurt, sprinkle with more cinnamon and the nuts and drizzle with the remaining 1 teaspoon maple syrup.
• Optional, top with colored sprinkles and a cherry on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1banana, Calories: 286kcal, Carbohydrates: 41g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 7mg, Sodium: 46mg, Fiber: 4.5g, Sugar: 26g

Keywords: banana recipes, breakfast banana split

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This creamy pesto sauce is so bright and packed with fresh flavor, and the best part is there is no cooking required! This quick and easy creamy sauce is ready in just 15 minutes and is perfect on your favorite cooked pasta.

I love a quick and easy pasta recipe. My kids all love them too! It’s a great way to have dinner ready in a pinch and I know that everyone will be full and happy. Homemade pasta sauces are the best way to go! They don’t have to be complicated to be absolutely delicious. You are going to love this super easy homemade Alfredo Sauce, this delicious Mushroom Sauce, and this simple Cherry Tomato Sauce.

Creamy Pesto Sauce

If you love homemade pasta, then you have to try this easy creamy pesto sauce! This is seriously the easiest and most flavorful pasta sauce you will ever make. It is SO good, and all you need is your food processor. You heard me, you don’t have to cook anything for this sauce. It is made of delicious fresh ingredients like pine nuts, parmesan cheese, basil and garlic. You add heavy cream and olive oil to bring it all together. You could add a little lemon juice to brighten it up and pepper to taste. It’s so simple!

You can make this sauce to go on top of zucchini noodles for a totally healthy and delicious meal. Another way I’ve enjoyed it is on top of tagliatelle pasta and this spinach artichoke pasta. It really is good on top of whatever your favorite noodles are! I’ve even put it on top of chicken breast and fish, and it was absolutely delicious. However you decide to use this sauce, I think you are going to fall in love with this easy and flavorful recipe.

Ingredients

Creamy pesto is super easy to make with only 6 ingredients and salt to taste. You can use pine nuts or walnuts. The biggest difference between the two is the way they blend up and the flavor. I personally prefer pine nuts because I think they are smoother and have a really nice flavor. Whatever you choose, I definitely would pop them in the oven and get them nice and toasted. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

• Raw Pine Nuts or Walnuts: Either nut will work great. You will want to get raw nuts, and then toast them in a pan before adding them to this sauce.
• Parmesan Cheese: You will want to grate fresh parmesan cheese, or buy it pre-shredded. I prefer to grate it myself so that it’s nice and fresh and doesn’t have any added preservatives.
• Fresh Basil: Basil is a main ingredient in this sauce because it is very similar to basil pesto. You will want about 6 oz of fresh basil.
• Garlic: Garlic is the perfect pair with basil and parmesan. You will take fresh cloves of garlic and toss them into the food processor.
• Kosher Salt: A high-quality salt makes all the difference! A little salt helps to bring out all the delicious flavors in the sauce.
• Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: This is the base of the sauce, and it’s really important to use olive oil! It has the best flavor and blends up to make the sauce really smooth.
• Heavy Cream: Heavy cream makes this sauce creamy and irresistible. I absolutely love the flavor and texture that heavy cream adds. I bet you could use other milk alternatives, or leave it out and just add more olive oil as needed to get the right consistency.

Creamy Pesto Sauce Recipe

I love pesto cream sauce for so many reasons, but I probably love it the most because of how simple it is to make. It is so fresh and full of nutty savory flavors. You will want a food processor for this recipe. I haven’t tried it in a blender, so I’m not sure that it would work exactly the same but I think you could get away with it.

1. Toast Nuts: Place the pine nuts in a small frying pan over medium heat. Cook, occasionally tossing, until light golden brown, toasted, and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Allow them to cool slightly and place them in the food processor.
2. Pulse in Food Processor: Place half of the basil leaves into a food processor with the pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, and salt. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
3. Scrape Sides: Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the food processor then add the remaining basil. Continue to pulse until paste-like consistency forms.
4. Add Olive Oil: Remove the lid and slowly pour half in the olive oil and pulse the ingredients together until it’s mixed well. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
5. Add Cream: With the motor running, slowly pour in ½ cup heavy cream and process until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds. Taste and season with more kosher salt as needed.
6. Toss and Enjoy: Toss with warm cooked pasta and enjoy!

Other Easy Pasta Dishes

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Creamy Pesto

This creamy pesto sauce is so bright and packed with fresh flavor, and the best part is there is no cooking required! This quick and easy creamy sauce is ready in just 15 minutes and is perfect on your favorite cooked pasta.

Course Dinner, Sauce

Cuisine Italian American

Keyword basil pesto, creamy pesto

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 514kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup raw pine nuts or walnuts
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated or 2/3 cup store-bought grated
• 6 ounces fresh basil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

• Place the pine nuts in a small frying pan over medium heat. Cook, occasionally tossing, until light golden brown, toasted, and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Allow them to cool slightly and place them in the food processor.
• Place half of the basil leaves into a food processor with the pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, and salt. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
• Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the food processor then add the remaining basil. Continue to pulse until paste-like consistency forms.
• Remove the lid and slowly pour half in the olive oil and pulse the ingredients together until it's mixed well. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
• With the motor running, slowly pour in ½ cup heavy cream and process until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds. Taste and season with more kosher salt as needed.
• Toss with warm cooked pasta and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 514kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 27g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 502mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2783IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 249mg | Iron: 3mg

Eggs have always been a budget staple in my house, but in this economy? 😅 With the price of eggs increasing every day, I’m having to replace some of my usual go-to egg-heavy meals with eggless recipes. And since I know this egg-tastrophy is hitting everyone hard, I thought I’d round up some of my favorite egg-free Budget Bytes recipes to help make the shift a little less painful for everyone. So if you’re an egg lover like me and you need some satisfying alternatives until those egg prices come back down, hopefully, these egg-free recipe ideas will help!

And if this doesn’t satisfy your needs, you can always peruse our entire egg-free recipe library!

Egg-free Breakfast Ideas

I could happily eat eggs for breakfast every single day, but not at these prices! My usual eggstravaganza breakfast will have to wait. Here is what I’m enjoying for breakfast lately, instead of my favorite scrambles, omelets, and frittatas.

Homemade Granola

Homemade granola is easy, inexpensive, and endlessly customizable. Use your favorite mix of nuts, seeds, and spices to make it your own.

5 from 2 votes

$5.87 recipe / $0.49 serving Get the Recipe

Homemade Granola – This homemade granola is really inexpensive, easy to make, versatile, and if you top it with some yogurt you’ve got a really filling breakfast, sans-egg!

Apple Pie Overnight Oats

These Apple Pie Overnight Oats are an easy and delicious make-ahead breakfast with no added sugar that you can enjoy either hot or cold.

4.69 from 29 votes

$2.26 recipe / $0.57 serving Get the Recipe

Overnight Oats – Overnight oats (any flavor) are another great easy breakfast option without eggs. You can toss in whatever fruit or nuts you have, or add some yogurt for extra protein!

Country Sausage Gravy

Make this easy Country Sausage Gravy from scratch in under 20 minutes for a hearty southern style breakfast at home.

4.91 from 10 votes

$2.53 recipe / $0.63 serving Get the Recipe

Country Sausage Gravy – I know I have these *pictured* with eggs, but you don’t need any eggs to make the gravy and you certainly don’t have to serve it with eggs on the side! Make some homemade biscuits and bacon to go along with your gravy and you’re set!

Lemon Berry Yogurt Breakfast Bowls

Creamy yogurt and bright, citrusy lemon curd make a dreamy base for these Lemon Berry Yogurt Breakfast bowls. A few oats, chia seeds and berries make it complete.

5 from 8 votes

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Yogurt Bowls – Top a bowl of yogurt with just about any fruit, nut, seed, grain, or a dollop of jam or jelly. (The version pictured does have lemon curd, which contains eggs, but you can replace it with any flavor of jam, jelly, or preserves.)

Ham and Cheese Biscuits

These Ham and Cheese Biscuits are a super indulgent, yet super easy treat for your weekend breakfast or to serve guests. 

4.46 from 11 votes

$4.80 recipe / $0.80 each Get the Recipe

Ham and Cheese Biscuits – It’s just like your favorite breakfast sandwich, minus the egg! Still totally hearty, delish, and the perfect handheld meal for on-the-go.

Chocolate Coffee Breakfast Smoothie

This Chocolate Coffee Breakfast Smoothie is a dessert-worthy treat and a sneaky way to add an extra dose of vegetables to your day.

4.60 from 20 votes

$0.84 each Get the Recipe

Smoothies – Smoothies are a great egg-free breakfast option. I love the chocolate coffee flavor linked above (it tastes like a Wendy’s frosty!), but there are so many options when it comes to smoothies. :)

Savory Oatmeal

Savory oatmeal is a delicious, hearty, and inexpensive meal that can be customized to use ingredients you have on hand.

5 from 20 votes

$1.25 recipe Get the Recipe

Savory Oatmeal – For all my savory breakfast lovers out there, you’ve got to try savory oats! Load ’em up with veggies and other umami-filled ingredients and you won’t even miss your morning eggs. Promise! (And when egg prices come back down, you can add one to your bowl.)

Blueberry Almond Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl

Creamy cottage cheese, juicy blueberries, crunchy almonds, and a little drizzle of honey make a breakfast bowl that tastes surprisingly like blueberry cheesecake!

4.97 from 30 votes

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Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls – Cottage cheese also makes a really great base for a breakfast bowl and there are so many topping options! Head over to the blog post to see this blueberry almond version, plus five other flavor combos!

Egg-Free Baked Goods

Baked goods like cakes, cupcakes, scones, and muffins often use eggs to help keep the crumb sturdy, but eggs aren’t always necessary. Here are a few of our favorite egg-free baked goods for you to enjoy until those egg prices come back down!

Cranberry Orange Cream Scones

These incredibly easy cranberry orange cream scones stir together in minutes and make the most delicious little companion for your morning coffee.

4.97 from 30 votes

$1.94 recipe / $0.11 each Get the Recipe

Cranberry Orange Cream Scones – These tender two-bite scones use the magic of heavy cream to keep the crumb soft and rich without using any egg in the process. They’re easy and absolutely irresistible!

Easy Soda Bread

This Easy Soda Bread recipe is budget-friendly, and endlessly adaptable. It's also a stone-cold stunner. It got props from Gordon Ramsay!

4.91 from 11 votes

$0.66 recipe / $0.08 serving Get the Recipe

Easy Soda Bread – This super simple bread is a fool-proof homemade bread for beginners. Just a few ingredients (and NO eggs), makes you a really hearty loaf that’s perfect for slathering with butter and jam, or dipping into your favorite soup.

Cheddar Drop Biscuits

These rich, fluffy, and cheesy Cheddar Drop Biscuits are as easy as it gets when it comes to homemade biscuits.

4.91 from 20 votes

$3.15 recipe / $0.26 each Get the Recipe

Cheddar Drop Biscuits – These super easy biscuits make the perfect side for any dinner. They’re savory, rich, and soooo buttery!

Cinnamon Nut Swirl Mug Cake

This Cinnamon Nut Swirl Mug Cake is the perfect way to get a single serving cinnamon roll fix without any kneading, rising, rolling, or baking! 

4.80 from 50 votes

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Cinnamon Nut Swirl Mug Cake – It’s like a single-serving cinnamon roll, but made in a mug! And in the microwave! …Without any eggs!

Chocolate Depression Cake (No Eggs, Butter, or Milk)

This unique Chocolate Cake recipe, popularized during the great depression, is rich and chocolatey without the using any eggs, butter, or milk!

4.87 from 74 votes

$2.41 recipe / $0.27 serving Get the Recipe

Chocolate Depression Cake – Eggs were also really expensive during the Great Depression, so people made this super simple chocolate cake that is still moist and delicious even without using any eggs (or dairy)!

Sweet Potato Biscuits

Sweet Potato Biscuits are a unique and subtly sweet twist on a classic, the perfect fall touch for your weekend brunch or Thanksgiving dinner!

4.79 from 19 votes

$3.06 recipe / $0.31 each Get the Recipe

Sweet Potato Biscuits – This really fun spin on biscuits uses mashed sweet potato to give the biscuits extra moisture, flavor, and a really fun orange color! …And not an egg in sight!

Egg-Free Dessert Recipes

A lot of desserts tend to use eggs as well because that glorious yolk provides a lot of richness. But there are still plenty of eggless options when it comes to curing your sweet tooth. Here are some of our favorite egg-free desserts.

Rice Krispie Treats

Sweet and fluffy marshmallows, creamy butter, and crispy rice cereal make these homemade rice krispie treats melt-in-your-mouth delicious!

4.78 from 9 votes

$2.30 recipe / $0.26 serving Get the Recipe

Rice Krispie Treats – Rice krispie treats are one of the easiest desserts you’ll ever make, and they’re plenty rich, even without eggs, thanks to a generous helping of butter.

Easy Lemon Cream Pie

This sweet and creamy cloud-like lemon cream pie is an easy summer dessert that can be made completely no-bake, if needed.

4.94 from 16 votes

$4.26 recipe / $0.53 per slice Get the Recipe

Lemon Cream Pie – This deliciously light and fluffy lemon cream pie is another deceptively simple dessert that requires only a few simple ingredients, none of which are eggs. ;)

No Bake Pretzel Peanut Butter Bars

These no-bake pretzel peanut butter bars are a ridiculously simple homemade version of your favorite peanut butter cups!

4.91 from 21 votes

$3.94 recipe / 0.16 per square Get the Recipe

Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars – These addictive little bars have a super rich base (thanks to peanut butter), a sweet chocolate topping, and then the perfect little salty crunch to balance it all out. DIVINE.

Raspberry Oatmeal Bars

These easy Raspberry Oatmeal bars are a fast fix for your sweet tooth and they only require a few pantry staples plus your favorite jam!

4.72 from 28 votes

$2.86 recipe / $0.32 serving Get the Recipe

Raspberry Oatmeal Bars – If you need a quick sweet-tooth-fix, you probably already have the ingredients for these oatmeal bars in your fridge! The jam acts as the “glue” that holds the bars together, so no egg needed!

Easy Apple Crisp

This Easy Apple Crisp is a simple dessert that is warm, cozy, and sweet. It's the perfect dessert for chilly fall evenings.

4.88 from 8 votes

$2.48 recipe / $0.41 serving Get the Recipe

Apple Crisp – Apple crisp, or any fruit crisp are really simple desserts that require no eggs. It’s just lightly seasoned fruit baked down until it’s soft and delicious, topped with a sweet, crispy, and buttery crumble topping. So easy!

Egg-Free Dinner Ideas

There are TONS of dinner recipes that don’t require eggs, so you can peruse our Egg-Free Category page to see the full library of recipes. But I’ll highlight just a few of my favorites for you here!

Creamy White Chicken Chili

This creamy White Chicken Chili is easy and extra cozy for those cold fall and winter nights. The leftovers are great, too!

5 from 11 votes

$12.81 recipe / $1.60 serving Get the Recipe

Creamy White Chicken Chili – This chili is so rich and delicious that it will make you forget all of your egg woes (and maybe all the other problems in the world).

Sloppy Joes

Ground beef in a tangy sauce piled onto a soft bun, homemade Sloppy Joes are an easy, classic American weeknight dinner.

4.80 from 10 votes

$10.20 recipe / $2.04 serving Get the Recipe

Sloppy Joes – Sloppy joes are such a quick classic! Bonus, you can sub half the beef for lentils to make them even more budget-friendly (see Sloppy Joes Plus for instructions).

One Pot Chicken and Rice

This hearty and delicious chicken and rice combines rich and flavorful rice with well seasoned chicken or an easy one pot meal.

4.90 from 39 votes

$5.82 recipe / $1.46 serving Get the Recipe

One Pot Chicken and Rice – You’ll never make plain rice as a side dish for dinner again after you try cooking it together in the pot with juicy chicken thighs and a hefty dose of herbs and spices.

Cheesy Pinto Beans

Cheesy Pinto Beans are a quick and satisfying meal made with simple pantry staple ingredients, like canned beans.

4.88 from 40 votes

$2.96 recipe / $0.74 serving Get the Recipe

Cheesy Pinto Beans – If you’re looking for something easy, and I mean EASY, these cheesy pinto beans are it. Cheddar cheese adds all the richness you’d normally get from egg yolks and the beans & rice combo will take care of all your protein needs.

Sheet Pan Kielbasa Potatoes and Green Beans

Sheet pan meals don't get any easier or more delicious than this Sheet Pan Kielbasa Potatoes and Green Beans dinner.

4.86 from 41 votes

$9.47 recipe / $2.37 serving Get the Recipe

Sheet Pan Kielbasa, Potatoes, and Green Beans – This is probably the easiest sheet pan meal I’ve ever made, and one of my favorites (flavor-wise). It’s just too simple and too good to miss!

Cheese Enchiladas

Cheese enchiladas are a simple and delicious comfort food that never disappoints. These enchiladas are extra creamy and full of flavor! 

4.91 from 10 votes

$5.97 recipe / $1.49 serving Get the Recipe

Cheese Enchiladas – Melting cheese in a tortilla was my go-to snack when I was growing up (…okay, maybe still to this day), so these cheese enchiladas are like an elevated meal-worthy version of that simple snack! So good!

What Recipes have you been leaning on lately to replace your recipes with eggs? Let us know in the comments!

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