Try these budget-friendly, delicious dinner recipes for serving a family or a smaller household. Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist; Hadas Smirnoff. Prop Stylist: Megan Hedgepeth.
Or a simple dollop of crème fraiche and the zest of a lemon can form a great pasta sauce that’s perfect with inexpensive greens. Even a packet of spaghetti can make a special meal for two.