Frugal Friday- Vegetable Minestrone Soup
I know it’s not officially fall yet but the temperature is in that perfect spot where it’s not cold yet, but you can start eating pumpkin and wearing tights without feeling ridiculous. Last night, Alex and I went out for dinner and drinks with our friend Oliver, (yes, the one who made the shelf in Monday’s post!) since he’s visiting from Chicago. We grabbed dinner at En Su Boca, a little taco place near our apartment. I had a black bean + corn salad with fresh tomatoes and greens. It was pretty good, especially with chips and guacamole!
We were up pretty late last night and I ended up not sleeping so great (which was kind of ironic since I had just talked about how to get a good night sleep!) but luckily we don’t have anything planned for tonight. It’s the one night this week that’s wide open so hopefully we can just relax!
Since fall is the perfect time to make soup, I thought I’d share a budget friendly soup recipe with you! Like all of my Frugal Friday recipes, this makes dinner for 2 people for less than $10. Can’t beat that! This recipe actually makes more like 4-6 servings so you’ll definitely have leftovers!
Here’s what to put on your grocery list:
- Vegetable broth- $1.50
- Tomato Sauce- $1.50 (or marinara sauce!)
- Frozen vegetables (I used a mix of peas, corn, carrots, and green beans)- $2
- Diced tomatoes- $0.80
- Kidney Beans- $1
- Dried Barley- $1
- Macaroni- $1
- Parmesan cheese (optional)- $0.75
- Italian Seasoning (oregano, basil, red pepper, etc.)
Click here for the whole Vegetable Minestrone Recipe.
Yum! Love love Frugal recipes. Minestrone Soup will definitely be in our menu this coming week. Thanks Liz!
YUMMO! This is one of my favorite soups!
I am so happy that it is soup weather. My favourite soup has to be tomato and basil, which I actually posted the recipe for today. It’s just so comforting.
Ohhh man tomato soup is definitely of my favorites! I actually had tomato + goat cheese soup for dinner last night at a new restaurant!
This looks so good! You’ve inspired me to make minestrone for our family dinner tomorrow night. 🙂
Yum!!! There are so many awesome variations that it’s hard to go wrong!
please keep this series coming 🙂
I’m glad you like it! It always nice getting feedback on new blog series ideas! 😉
Your top picture is so fun! and this looks like it will be delicious–though I am swayed by most foods covered in cheese… : ) Thanks for the recipe–I love the meals under $10 plan.
Aw thank you!! And I can’t enough enough parmesan cheese these days 🙂
Nights like that SUCK! Did you have to work in the AM? I’m going to make that this coming week 🙂 You two look so cute together! Glad you had a good time with your friend from Chicago. Have a great weekend Liz! -Iva
I love a hearty bowl of soup during this time of year 🙂 I made chili + cornbread on Saturday and we had all the windows open – so perfect!
All I want to do is eat soup this time of year! My favorite is anything with pumpkin or butternut squash.
I have been really enjoying this series. So many great dishes at affordable prices! This sounds yummy as well and minus the cheese even vegans can eat it! Have a great weekend Liz!
Awesome!! I’m glad you’re enjoying the series 🙂 I love creating recipes that can easily fit in a food budget!