Comments on: Can you make this meal for $10… Why would you want to? http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/ Where Martha Meets Real Life Wed, 23 May 2012 17:18:47 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 By: 22with2+ http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-24697 22with2+ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 21:41:48 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-24697 I rarely ever make a dinner costing more than 10$ to feed our two kids, us and ALL of our random company... Last night we ate Ham and Bean soup with a kick! 2 bags dried beans 1.50 ea? (we like kidney, from last years garden) .5lb left over ham 1.00 maybe? Italian Spice, hot sauce, Basil, Oregano to taste .50 1 can jalapenos and carrots 1.00 WATER - free 3 T. Corn Starch .20 1/2 t. cinnimon/clover .20 -Presoak the beans, throw in everything cook as long as you want (we do all day, but at least two hours) crock pots work, make sure to add water when needed. Eat! It fed three adults, 1 Teen, and three visitors (they never really eat enough) and would be Plenty for a family of 8+ (serve with homemade bread rolls (2.00), total 6.40 to feed 8+ We also do things like baked oatmeal for breakfast and tend to feed 6-10 (depending on who), usually cran-apple-cinn or cheesy-ham-egg... and I tell the kids they are eating CAKE!! (Mickey 3, Mikey 1) usually about 3-5$ for 6-10 people!! I rarely ever make a dinner costing more than 10$ to feed our two kids, us and ALL of our random company…

Last night we ate Ham and Bean soup with a kick!
2 bags dried beans 1.50 ea? (we like kidney, from last years garden)
.5lb left over ham 1.00 maybe?
Italian Spice, hot sauce, Basil, Oregano to taste .50
1 can jalapenos and carrots 1.00
WATER – free
3 T. Corn Starch .20
1/2 t. cinnimon/clover .20

-Presoak the beans, throw in everything cook as long as you want (we do all day, but at least two hours) crock pots work, make sure to add water when needed. Eat! It fed three adults, 1 Teen, and three visitors (they never really eat enough) and would be Plenty for a family of 8+ (serve with homemade bread rolls (2.00), total 6.40 to feed 8+

We also do things like baked oatmeal for breakfast and tend to feed 6-10 (depending on who), usually cran-apple-cinn or cheesy-ham-egg… and I tell the kids they are eating CAKE!! (Mickey 3, Mikey 1) usually about 3-5$ for 6-10 people!!

]]> By: Jennifer Georgeson http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-23362 Jennifer Georgeson Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:42:38 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-23362 I just made a great taco salad the other night that was fast, easy, and delicious! I just cooked up some chicken breast with a can of rotel (with lime juice and cilantro) and a can of corn. Then I served that as the main topping, and also had lettuce, avocado, ranch, cheese, and tortilla chips. I got all the items of sale, only had to cook up a simple pan of chicken, and I really enjoyed the leftovers for salad the next day. Plus, everyone got to make their own salad. This is incredibly easy to double for a large family, or even save as individual portions for lunches or leftovers. I just made a great taco salad the other night that was fast, easy, and delicious! I just cooked up some chicken breast with a can of rotel (with lime juice and cilantro) and a can of corn. Then I served that as the main topping, and also had lettuce, avocado, ranch, cheese, and tortilla chips. I got all the items of sale, only had to cook up a simple pan of chicken, and I really enjoyed the leftovers for salad the next day. Plus, everyone got to make their own salad. This is incredibly easy to double for a large family, or even save as individual portions for lunches or leftovers.

]]> By: Faun http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-15103 Faun Mon, 06 Jul 2009 17:01:29 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-15103 It ends up being way more then just 10 for the meal. They forget to include sales and convenient tax. It is such a deceptive commercial. Do they think Consumers are dumb? It ends up being way more then just 10 for the meal.
They forget to include sales and convenient tax.
It is such a deceptive commercial.
Do they think Consumers are dumb?

]]> By: Gail http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-4826 Gail Sat, 22 Nov 2008 17:53:42 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-4826 Ditto about this ad.... I was sooooo disturbed (more than ususal...LOL) when I saw this and pretty much everytime I see a KFC ad. Pretty much everything they serve is a starch....nothing like "fried" chicken, biscuits, mac -n_ cheese and I forgot what else is there side dishes. Unfortunately, because many kids are being fed "fast food" way too much, not playing outdoors, but conquering the world on their 360's; we're turning the next generation into blob kids. Ditto about this ad…. I was sooooo disturbed (more than ususal…LOL) when I saw this and pretty much everytime I see a KFC ad. Pretty much everything they serve is a starch….nothing like “fried” chicken, biscuits, mac -n_ cheese and I forgot what else is there side dishes. Unfortunately, because many kids are being fed “fast food” way too much, not playing outdoors, but conquering the world on their 360′s; we’re turning the next generation into blob kids.

]]> By: Susan (5 Minutes for Mom) http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-4513 Susan (5 Minutes for Mom) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:45:52 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-4513 I agree that ad is terrible... I think what it is most upsetting is how it is lying to young people and teaching them to waste money on unhealthy food. I think fast food companies should focus their investments on creating healthier food options and educating young people on the benefits of healthy food choices that are still quick and affordable. I agree that ad is terrible…

I think what it is most upsetting is how it is lying to young people and
teaching them to waste money on unhealthy food.

I think fast food companies should focus their investments on creating
healthier food options and educating young people on the benefits of
healthy food choices that are still quick and affordable.

]]> By: Somebody's Mimi http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-4503 Somebody's Mimi Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:16:20 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-4503 Girls, ladies... it's advertising!!! We all know home cooked is healthier and cheaper. But the the Colonel has to make a living also. Most commercials are full of fabrications and twisting the truth, so just calm down AND don't believe everything you read, see and hear. Girls, ladies… it’s advertising!!! We all know home cooked is healthier and cheaper. But the the Colonel has to make a living also. Most commercials are full of fabrications and twisting the truth, so just calm down AND don’t believe everything you read, see and hear.

]]> By: Mrs. Organic http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-4490 Mrs. Organic Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:43:27 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-4490 I can't wait for the recipes. It seems I am always looking for some new ones to try. I can’t wait for the recipes. It seems I am always looking for some new ones to try.

]]> By: Christine http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-4488 Christine Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:49:27 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-4488 I TOTALLY agree with you. That commercial almost makes it look like it's impossible to make a meal under $10 so WHY BOTHER! Just come on over and clog your arteries with almost NO nutritional value whatsoever! Seriously though, what good is spending $10 on a meal that's is WORTHLESS to your body?! It's a waste of $10 if you ask me. I TOTALLY agree with you. That commercial almost makes it look like it’s impossible to make a meal under $10 so WHY BOTHER! Just come on over and clog your arteries with almost NO nutritional value whatsoever!

Seriously though, what good is spending $10 on a meal that’s is WORTHLESS to your body?! It’s a waste of $10 if you ask me.

]]> By: Elizabeth http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-4484 Elizabeth Tue, 18 Nov 2008 03:18:02 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-4484 We tried a new recipe tonight that was pretty tasty, healthy, and inexpensive. We're trying to learn to eat seasonally; this recipe also fits that bill. Sweet Potato Quesadillas (from Simply in Season) 1 1/2 c. onion (minced) 2 cloves garlic (minced) Saute in large frypan in 1 T. oil until translucent. Then, add: 2 t. dried oregano 1 1/2 t. each dried basil, marjoram, chili powder 1 1/2 t. ground cumin (optional) Cook another minute. Add 4 cups sweet potatoes (cooked and mashed). Heat through, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Add salt and pepper to taste. 8 tortillas 1 c. sharp cheddar cheese (shredded) Spread about 1/2 c. filling and 2T sharp cheddar cheese on half of each tortilla, leaving a 1/2 inch border on the sides. Fold tortilla in half. Place on oiled baking sheets. Brush tops with oil. Bake in preheated oven at 400F until brown, 15-20 minutes. Serve with sour cream and salsa. Alternatively, you can use shredded raw sweet potatoes, sauteed with the onions and garlic until soft. We used a food processor to shred to potatoes and chop the other ingredients which really made this recipe a snap. We tried a new recipe tonight that was pretty tasty, healthy, and inexpensive. We’re trying to learn to eat seasonally; this recipe also fits that bill.

Sweet Potato Quesadillas (from Simply in Season)

1 1/2 c. onion (minced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)

Saute in large frypan in 1 T. oil until translucent.

Then, add:

2 t. dried oregano
1 1/2 t. each dried basil, marjoram, chili powder
1 1/2 t. ground cumin (optional)

Cook another minute.

Add 4 cups sweet potatoes (cooked and mashed). Heat through, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Add salt and pepper to taste.

8 tortillas
1 c. sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)

Spread about 1/2 c. filling and 2T sharp cheddar cheese on half of each tortilla, leaving a 1/2 inch border on the sides. Fold tortilla in half. Place on oiled baking sheets. Brush tops with oil. Bake in preheated oven at 400F until brown, 15-20 minutes. Serve with sour cream and salsa.

Alternatively, you can use shredded raw sweet potatoes, sauteed with the onions and garlic until soft.

We used a food processor to shred to potatoes and chop the other ingredients which really made this recipe a snap.

]]> By: One Mom, Five Kids http://thehappyhousewife.com/cooking/can-you-make-this-meal-for-10-why-would-you-want-to/comment-page-1/#comment-4483 One Mom, Five Kids Tue, 18 Nov 2008 03:10:30 +0000 http://www.thehappyhousewife.com/?p=2407#comment-4483 Ha! This commercial strikes my nerve also. I understand they are marketing their product to make you think it's cheaper for them to make it than you make it yourself. But there is NO WAY they are fooling me - as a couponer and frugal mother of 5 - I know better. Ha! This commercial strikes my nerve also. I understand they are marketing their product to make you think it’s cheaper for them to make it than you make it yourself. But there is NO WAY they are fooling me – as a couponer and frugal mother of 5 – I know better.

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