$9.50 Family Dinner: 10 Drumsticks, 10 Carrots, 40 Minutes—Teens Actually Ate It!

Feeding two teenagers is no joke—those appetites are wild and the grocery bill just keeps creeping up. And a little one! Managed to get dinner on the table tonight for all five of us for under $10, which honestly feels like a small victory. Picked up two packs of chicken drumsticks at Costco, used up some carrots from the bulk bag, and made a big pot of rice. Threw together a quick BBQ dry rub with whatever was in the spice drawer and roasted everything at 375F. Carrots just got a sprinkle of salt, oil, and thyme. Nothing fancy, but it filled everyone up and there were zero leftovers. The whole meal took less than an hour, start to finish, and nobody complained. Shopping in bulk and keeping things simple is the only way to keep the budget in check around here. If you’re tired of sticker shock at the store, try sticking to the basics and stretching those proteins with lots of veggies and rice. It’s not glamorous, but it works. #Food knowledge #BudgetEats #FamilyMeals #Under10Dollars