Fine Dining for Two ... on a Budget

Part of being a savvy bride is knowing when to spend your money, and when to scrape by spending as little as possible. Today, I went to the grocery store and bought up tons of sale items to make quick and easy vegetarian meals for a bargain! I got two-weeks worth of groceries today (and a bridal magazine) for $60!

This recipe is one I vegetarianized from one my mom used to make when I was growing up. I can buy the ingredients for my version for less than $5.

Hominy Chilli Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 15-Ounce Can Yellow or White Hominy, Drained


• 1 15-Ounce Can Vegetarian Chilli


• 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese


• 1 Cup Chopped Onion


• Optional:1/2-Cup Crumbled Crackers

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a small casserole dish layer half the hominy, half the chilli, half the onion, and half the cheese. Then, add the other half. Top with the crumbled cracker crumbs, pop it in the oven for 15-20 minutes, serve with bread or crackers, and Voila! Cheap, low-fat dinner for two in 20 minutes!

Sometimes, I'm so smart I amaze myself.