Cheapest recipes from the Wise family kitchen that don't skimp on taste.
Tuna Casserole
Cheapest version: Tuna mac & cheese with broccoli—boxed mac, tuna, and a steamer bag in 15 minutes.
Chicken Thighs
Cheapest version: Chicken adobo in the crockpot—garlicky, savory thighs best over rice.
Summer Chicken
Cheapest version: Lemon chicken breast in the Instant Pot—light, bright, and perfect for salads.
Meatloaf
Cheapest version: classic tomato and oat meatloaf—onion soup mix, tomato sauce, and ketchup, baked in a loaf pan.
Taco Chain
Cheapest version: Taco Via taco dogs—a fun twist on a Coney dog, fast and family-friendly.
Hamburger Soup
Cheapest version: cozy Instant Pot hamburger soup with vegetables, tomato broth, and peas stirred in at the end.
Potato Soup
Cheapest version: a warm Instant Pot ham and potato chowder made with frozen hashbrowns, ham, and cheddar—all the comfort with less chopping.
Sloppy Joes
Cheapest version: homestyle skillet sloppy joes with veggies and a bean boost that stretches the meat.
Street Tacos
Cheapest version: Crockpot chicken street tacos—flavorful shredded chicken with very little effort.
Pork Tenderloin Crock Pot Dinner
Cheapest — crock pot dinner with potatoes and carrots; also in the Pork Tenderloin hub.
Oven Barbecue
Cheapest version: low-and-slow pulled pork with a sweet and smoky bark.
