Best Struggle Meal Recipes

As a professional writer and food enthusiast, I understand the struggle of making delicious meals with limited ingredients and a tight budget. That’s why I’ve compiled a list of the best struggle meal recipes that not only taste great but are also affordable and easy to make.

• Spicy Ramen Noodles
• Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
• Loaded Baked Potato Soup
• Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole
• Vegetarian Chili

Spicy Ramen Noodles

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Recipe Category: Main Dish
• Recipe Cuisine: Asian
• Aggregate Rating: 4.5/5

Ingredients:

• 1 package ramen noodles
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
• 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions:

1. Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Add soy sauce and sriracha sauce and stir to combine.
5. Add cooked ramen noodles and sliced green onions and toss to coat.
6. Serve hot.

FAQ:

• Q: Can I use other types of noodles?
• A: Yes, you can use any type of noodles you have on hand.
• Q: Can I make this recipe vegetarian?
• A: Yes, simply omit the shrimp and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
• Q: Is this recipe spicy?
• A: Yes, it has a bit of a kick from the sriracha sauce. Adjust the amount of sauce to your liking.

Tips:

If you don’t have sriracha sauce, you can use any other hot sauce you have on hand. You can also add other vegetables like sliced bell peppers or shredded carrots to this dish for extra flavor and nutrition. Don’t forget to top with sesame seeds or chopped peanuts for some crunch!

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Recipe Category: Main Dish
• Recipe Cuisine: Italian
• Aggregate Rating: 4.7/5

Ingredients:

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions and set aside.
2. In a pan, melt butter over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and cooked through.
5. Add chicken broth and Parmesan cheese and stir to combine.
6. Add cooked spaghetti and toss to coat.
7. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
8. Serve hot.

FAQ:

• Q: Can I use other types of pasta?
• A: Yes, you can use any type of pasta you have on hand.
• Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
• A: Yes, just make sure to thaw them before cooking.
• Q: Can I use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth?
• A: Yes, that will work fine.

Tips:

If you don’t have Parmesan cheese, you can use any other type of grated cheese like Romano or Asiago. You can also add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or spinach to this dish for extra flavor and nutrition. Don’t forget to top with chopped parsley or basil for some freshness!

Loaded Baked Potato Soup

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Recipe Category: Soup
• Recipe Cuisine: American
• Aggregate Rating: 4.6/5

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a pot, combine diced potatoes and chicken broth.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
3. Using an immersion blender, blend soup until smooth (or transfer to a blender and blend until smooth, then return to pot).
4. Add milk, sour cream, and cheddar cheese, and stir to combine.
5. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
6. Serve hot, topped with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.