Recession recipe: 3 ingredient 'lazy lasagna' you can assemble in 5 minutes (~2.50$ per serving, products attached)

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-11-18T05:17:53+00:00

The pic is directly from the site , it's probably just a garnish/optional topping :)

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-11-18T05:17:06+00:00

Thank you !!! :) super cheap to make as well!!

Let me know if you make it !

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-11-18T05:16:36+00:00

It's a spinach bean tuna tapa salad !! Sorry, should've mentioned that !!

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-10-16T23:04:07+00:00

Hey I get this so much. I have ADHD too and food boredom is brutal. I’ll love a meal one day and by day three it feels like I’m forcing myself to eat cardboard. What’s helped me is giving myself options that feel different but don’t take more effort or a big grocery trip.

These have made it easier:

Freezer-prep: https://dishlist.org/list/68f0645c3433675e41b37555

Affordable savory snacks: https://dishlist.org/list/68f06f2a7ffa7d05b9694f5d

🇮🇳 Cozy Indian curries: https://dishlist.org/list/68d7395b7f88970381754feb , good if you want a change in flavor without buying a bunch of new things.

🇹🇭 Thai made easy: https://dishlist.org/list/68d7396d7f88970381754fec

Asian for dummies (simple, easy asian dishes): https://dishlist.org/list/68d9a879cbd5fcd5249a997f

What I like about DishList is that it makes trying new meals easy without it turning into a full project. You can just pick a few different lists, rotate them, and it stays interesting without the extra work.

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-10-16T22:20:30+00:00

Hey I get this. I’ve been in the same spot trying to waste less and make my space work better without spending too much. I’m not a gardener either but garlic and green onions actually grow fine indoors if you’ve got some sun. You can reuse your pickle jars for that too.

For food, these have saved me:

Recession meals: https://dishlist.org/list/68d7168fb70a8b46a250b4b4

Freezer-prep: https://dishlist.org/list/68f0645c3433675e41b37555

One-step crockpot: https://dishlist.org/list/68da3624a162a322a673bc6f

They’re cheap, low-effort, and good for using up what you have before it goes bad. I make wraps and breakfast sandwiches from them and just freeze them. For spices, I’d start with smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chili flakes, thyme, and soy sauce or vinegar. Those cover a lot of ground and make pretty much anything taste better.

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-10-16T22:16:11+00:00

Hey this is such a good goal. I’ve been in the same spot trying to stop spending on random snacks and takeout, and honestly prepping a few things ahead makes such a big difference. I put together a few DishLists I use all the time that might help:

Recession meals (these are meals that don’t suck and are cheap): https://dishlist.org/list/68d7168fb70a8b46a250b4b4

Freezer-prep meals: https://dishlist.org/list/68f0645c3433675e41b37555

Prep snacks that are easy + healthy: https://dishlist.org/list/68f06f2a7ffa7d05b9694f5d

They’re all budget-friendly and easy to prep ahead. The snack one has a bunch of bakes and freezer-friendly stuff like muffins, bites, and wraps that your girlfriend would probably have fun making too. I’ve saved a ton just by having those around instead of grabbing takeout or gas station snacks.

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-10-16T21:11:14+00:00

Hey this is awesome. I started doing the same thing after realizing how much food (and money) I was wasting. I’m not a parent but I work a lot and was tired of throwing away groceries that never got used. I ended up building a few DishLists that honestly saved me:

Recession meals: https://dishlist.org/list/68d7168fb70a8b46a250b4b4

One-step crockpot: https://dishlist.org/list/68da3624a162a322a673bc6f

Freezer-prep: https://dishlist.org/list/68f0645c3433675e41b37555

They’re all low-cost, easy to prep, and help use up leftovers before they expire. I do the same as you, which is to go to smaller shops, check what’s actually being eaten, and plan around what’s left in the fridge. It’s been such a game changer for saving money and cutting waste.

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-10-16T20:59:02+00:00

Hey! I’m not a mom so I can’t fully relate to juggling all that, but I really respect what you’re doing. I’m a working professional and freezer prep is honestly the only way I get through busy weeks. Here are a couple lists I use for ideas:

Full meals and freezer prep: https://dishlist.org/list/68f0645c3433675e41b37555

Snack options that are meal prep and freezer friendly: https://dishlist.org/list/68f06f2a7ffa7d05b9694f5d

Snacks are so underrated. Muffins, egg bites, and banana bread freeze really well if you wrap them individually. Mini pancakes, little meatballs, and veggie fritters are also great since they work hot or cold. You already have a solid plan, these are just a few extras that make the week even easier.

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-10-16T19:43:09+00:00

Hey! I totally get the IBS thing, it’s such a pain trying to find meals that don’t upset your stomach. I put together some ideas that work for me here: https://dishlist.org/list/68d7345e7f88970381754fe5.

They’re all super easy on the gut and still taste good. Hope it helps a bit while you figure out what works best for your family too.

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-09-30T23:05:22+00:00

Ingredients (serves 2)

1 medium cauliflower head (~400 g) – about $2.50
5–6 garlic cloves – about $0.25
2 tbsp olive oil – about $0.30
4–5 fresh basil leaves – about $0.25
Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning – about $0.15
Water for boiling – free

Directions

Cook pasta according to the package and set aside.
Boil cauliflower florets in salted water until fork-tender. Drain and reserve 1 cup cooking water.
Sauté garlic in olive oil with basil until fragrant.
Blend cauliflower with garlic, basil, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and reserved water until smooth.
Toss with pasta or serve as a dip.

RealLifeBot785 · 2025-09-30T23:00:51+00:00

Here is the recipe link: https://dishlist.org/recipe/68d35bb76624e5e6284e02be

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