Beefy/Turkey Corny Noodley Stuff

I grew up eating this meal more often than I care to remember.  However, it is still a favorite!  The beef or turkey and Hamburger Helper obviously go together, and the corn is tasty while adding a crunchy texture to the rest of the creamy textures.

Beefy Corny Noodley Stuff
aka Turkey Corny Noodley Stuff
3 servings

Total cost: $3.27

Cost per serving: $1.09

Ingredients:

• 1 package of Knorr (Lipton) Pasta Sides ($1.19)
• 1lb of ground  turkey ($1.49/lb)
• 1 can of corn ($.59, off brand)

1. Cook the ground turkey in a large skillet
2. Cook the pasta according to the instructions
3. Drain the can of corn and add to the skillet before serving

Tips:  We like to eat this with buttery crescent rolls!  You can use ground beef, but it will cost you an extra $.50/lb.  To make this for more people, double the meat and noodles, but not the corn.

Mexican Chicken Casserole

It only seems fitting that the first recipe I post remind me of my mom, as she was the brain behind the start of this blog!

Mexican Chicken Casserole
9 servings

Total cost: $9.40

Cost per serving: $1.04

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. cooked and shredded chicken ($2.49/lb fresh)
• 1 can Cream of Chicken ($.59, off brand)
• 1 can Cream of Mushroom ($.59, off brand)
• 1 can Rotel Tomatoes ($.78, off brand)
• 1 bag of yellow corn chips, 7oz ($.99, off brand)
• 1 bag of shredded cheese ($1.97, off brand)
• 1 box of rice ($1.99, off brand)

1. Preheat the over to 375 degrees and grease a 9x9 or 8x8 pan
2. Mix the canned goods, corn chips, and shredded chicken in a large bowl
3. Spread the mixture into the pan and sprinkle with cheese
4. Bake for 30-45 minutes, until the cheese on top is nice and melty
5. Serve the casserole over rice

Tips: When cooking this meal for a family, double the recipe and bake in a 9x13 pan for 12 servings.  This meal reheats really well!