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8 Delicious Dinners That Feed A Crowd - Once Upon a Chef? ›
Pasta is one of the cheapest and most filling pantry staples you can buy, and that's exactly why it's the perfect food to feed to a crowd! Plus, everyone loves a good pasta dish.
What to feed 8 people? ›Each of these feeds 8-12, so double or quadruple accordingly!
- Lasagna (Use this method to make it easy to build several Lasagnas at once. ...
- Easy Breakfast Casserole (served with a variety of homemade muffins – recipes below – and fresh fruit)
- Simple Crock Pot Taco Pasta.
- Simple Pizza Chicken Bake.
Jul 24, 2011
Feed the masses without breaking the bank with these budget-friendly dishes.
- Mexican Lasagne. A spicy lasagne for those of us who love Mexican and Italian food. ...
- Cheese Cob Dip. ...
- The Best Burger in Oz. ...
- Kangaroo Casserole. ...
- Sausage Casserole. ...
- Nanna's golden sausage casserole. ...
- Quiche Lorraine. ...
- Turkey and Pumpkin Lasagne.
Pasta is one of the cheapest and most filling pantry staples you can buy, and that's exactly why it's the perfect food to feed to a crowd! Plus, everyone loves a good pasta dish.
What is the cheapest meat to feed a crowd? ›10 Budget-Friendly Cuts of Meat
- Ribs (pork or beef)
- Flat steak (flank, hanger or skirt)
- Ground beef or ground turkey.
- Beef brisket.
- Pork shoulder.
- Chuck eye steak.
- Whole chicken.
- Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on) or drumsticks.
Suggested menu for a dinner party of twenty:
- Whole cheeses and bowls of fresh fruit. ...
- Two smoked hams with a pomegranate molasses glaze, cooked in advance and served cold. ...
- Pinzimonio, laid out on two large dishes, with a couple of smaller bowls of olive oil, so that guests can dip in the vegetables.
Sep 30, 2015
Serving budget-friendly cuisines like salads, sandwiches and pasta dishes can be a very cost-effective choice. Or, if you're looking for a more casual option, how about a barbeque? Burgers, hot dogs and other grill-oriented foods are sure to be crowd favorites, and they won't rack up a big bill.
What should be the biggest meal? ›Even if you can't eat an early dinner, you should try to make breakfast and lunch your biggest meals of the day and dinner your smallest. If you're used to eating a small lunch and a big dinner, then switch the order. You can make your dinner a meal that's heavy on vegetables to lighten it up.
What is the cheapest food to make for a party? ›20 Great inexpensive party food ideas
- Ham and cheese pinwheels. ...
- Mini spinach pies. ...
- Spaghetti bolognese. ...
- Baguettes with toppings (bruschetta) ...
- Egg, cheese, and ham skewers. ...
- Chicken pot pie. ...
- Cheese straws. ...
- Macaroni and cheese. You can make a few dishes of macaroni and cheese and serve it from warming trays.
Oct 13, 2022
- Hearty Baked Penne Pasta. This recipe feeds an army. ...
- Tasty Taco Bar. Everything you need to make your own Taco Bar at home. ...
- Baked Potato Bar. ...
- Crockpot Ham. ...
- Killer Carnitas. ...
- Chicken Spaghetti. ...
- Ham and Cheese Sliders. ...
- Shredded Beef Tacos.
May 23, 2024
How to feed 12 people cheaply? ›
25 Cheap Meals for Large Families
- 01 of 26. Hungarian Goulash. View Recipe. ...
- 02 of 26. Simple Chicken and Noodles. ...
- 03 of 26. Easy Taco Casserole. ...
- 04 of 26. Winter Lentil Vegetable Soup. ...
- 05 of 26. Salisbury Steak. ...
- 06 of 26. Crispy and Tender Baked Chicken Thighs. ...
- 07 of 26. Black Beans and Rice. ...
- 08 of 26. Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup.
Feb 22, 2024
The cheapest food to cater is any rice or noodle-based cultural cuisine. Mexican, Indian, and Thai dishes are delicious and affordable. Or, if you're hosting an event during the day, serve brunch and breakfast items.
What to Cook for a big group? ›Dinner ideas for a big crowd
- Navy Bean Soup with Ham Bone.
- Vegetarian Chili with 3 Beans.
- All Beef Texas Chili.
- Black Bean Tacos.
- Pork Carnitas.
- Slow Cooked Steaks in The Oven.
- Steaks in Slow Cooker.
- Skirt Steak Fajitas.
Jan 8, 2024
Here are some inexpensive yet tasty food ideas for parties:
- Vegetable platters with hummus, ranch, or blue cheese for dipping.
- Chips and salsa or homemade guacamole.
- Cheese and cracker platter with various cheeses.
- Fruit platter with seasonal favorites like melon, berries, grapes.
Dec 27, 2023
Cheap tricks for the best outdoor cookouts.
- 1 / 7. Hot Dog Snack Board. ...
- 2 / 7. No-Cook Dip and Veggie Summer Board. ...
- 3 / 7. Instant Pot Pulled Porchetta Sandwiches. ...
- 4 / 7. Chicken Caesar Salad Skewers. ...
- 5 / 7. Chopped BBQ Chicken Salad. ...
- 6 / 7. Fish Tacos. ...
- 7 / 7. Ice Cream Sandwiches for a Crowd.
Apr 19, 2023
Foods higher in fiber are often more filling, bulkier, and lower in calorie. Choose foods that are high in fiber like vegetables, whole fruits, and root vegetables if you really want to pack your plate high. Lean sources of protein with very little fat are also great high-volume foods.
What is a cheap way to feed 100 people? ›Serving budget-friendly cuisines like salads, sandwiches and pasta dishes can be a very cost-effective choice. Or, if you're looking for a more casual option, how about a barbeque? Burgers, hot dogs and other grill-oriented foods are sure to be crowd favorites, and they won't rack up a big bill.